Mathematics

Students new to the Santa Monica College mathematics program who wish to enroll in a course must take the Math Assessment test before enrolling. A student who has successfully completed college level math courses (earned a grade of C or better) at another institution may be able to verify having met prerequisites by submitting an official transcript. Continuing students must complete prerequisite courses with a grade of “C” or better.

MATH 2, Precalculus    5 units

Transfer: *UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts) • Prerequisite: Math 20 and Math 32.

*Maximum UC credit for Math 2 and Math 22 combined is 4 units.

An intensive preparation for calculus. This course is intended for computer science, engineering, mathematics, and natural science majors. Topics include algebraic, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions and their inverses and identities, conic sections, sequences, series, the binomial theorem and mathematical induction.

1446   7:15a-10:05a MTWThF   MC 71   Murray D B

1447   10:15a-1:05p MTWThF   LS 205   Emerson A J

1448   1:15p-4:05p MTWThF   LS 203   Cho M

1449   3:30p-6:20p MTWThF   LA 231   Baskauskas V

1658   12:30p-3:20p MTWThF   MC 71   Fry G P

4065   6:30p-10:00p MTWTh   LA 231   Karkafi R H

MATH 7, Calculus 1   5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts) • Prerequisite: Math 2.

This course is intended for computer science, engineering, mathematics and natural science majors. Topics in this course include limits, continuity, and derivatives and integrals of algebraic and trigonometric functions, with mathematical and physical applications.

Maximum UC credits allowed for only one series, either Math 7, 8 or 23, 24 or 28, 29.

1450   7:15a-10:05a MTWThF   LA 231   Kennedy J R

1451   10:15a-1:05p MTWThF   LS 203   Smith S P

1452   12:30p-3:20p MTWThF   LS 201   MacDonald M

1453   3:30p-6:20p MTWThF   LS 201   Malakar S R

4066   6:30p-10:00p MTWTh   LS 103   Askarian S N

MATH 8, Calculus 2    5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts) • Prerequisite: Math 7.

A second course in calculus. Topics include derivatives and integrals of transcendental functions with mathematical and physical applications, indeterminate forms and improper integrals, infinite sequences and series, and curves, including conic sections, described by parametric equations and polar coordinates.

Maximum UC credit is allowed for only one series, either Math 7, 8 or 23, 24 or 28, 29.

1454   10:15a-1:05p MTWThF   MC 67   Rodas B G

1455   3:30p-6:20p MTWThF   MC 70   Zakeri G A

MATH 11, Multivariable Calculus   5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts) • Prerequisite: Math 8.

Topics include vectors and analytic geometry in two and three dimensions, vector functions with applications, partial derivatives, extrema, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integrals with applications, vector fields, Green’s Theorem, Divergence Theorem, and Stokes’ Theorem.

1456   7:15a-10:05a MTWThF   LS 201   Hong A M

MATH 15, Differential Equations   3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts) • Prerequisite: Math 8.

This course is an introduction to ordinary differential equations. Topics include first order equations, linear equations, reduction of order, variation of parameters, spring motion and other applications, Cauchy-Euler equations, power series solutions, Laplace transform, and systems of linear differential equations.

1457   3:30p-5:35p MTWTh   MC 67   Nikolaychuk A M

MATH 20, Intermediate Algebra    5 units

• Prerequisite: Math 31.

Topics include fundamental operations, equations and inequalities in one variable, rational numbers and functions, irrational numbers, complex numbers, quadratic equations and functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, linear and non-linear systems, matrices, and graphing.

1458   7:15a-10:05a MTWThF   MC 83   Quevedo J M

1459   8:00a-10:50a MTWThF   MAD 103   Ramos Gu A

Above 1459 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

1460   8:00a-10:50a MTWThF   BUNDY 213   Sims J M

Above section 1460 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.

1461   10:15a-1:05p MTWThF   MC 66   Green T R

1462   10:15a-1:05p MTWThF   MC 10   Boosheri S

1463   12:30p-3:20p MTWThF   AET 206   Gromova I M

Above section 1463 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.

1464   1:15p-4:05p MTWThF   LS 205   Baskauskas V A

1465   3:30p-6:20p MTWThF   MC 10   Chitgar M H

4067   6:30p-10:00p MTWTh   MC 10   Meknuni M

4068   6:30p-10:00p MTWTh   BUNDY 213   Owaka E A

Above section 4068 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.

4069   6:30p-10:00p MTWTh   MC 83   Aka D O

MATH 21, Finite Mathematics   3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts) • Prerequisite: Math 20.

This is a terminal mathematics course for liberal arts and social science majors. Topics include sets and counting, probability, linear systems, linear programming, statistics, and mathematics of finance, with emphasis on applications.

1466   8:00a-10:05a MTWTh   LS 103   Jimenez B S

1467   10:15a-12:20p MTWTh   MC 71   Peter P A

1468   12:30p-2:35p MTWTh   LS 119    Cain C D

MATH 22, College Algebra for Business and Social Science    3 units

Transfer: *UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts) • Prerequisite: Math 20.

*Maximum UC credit for Math 2 and Math 22 combined is 4 units.

An intensive study of algebraic functions and relations and their graphical representations, exponential and logarithmic functions and their applications, theory of equations, inequalities, matrices, geometric series, and the binomial theorem.

1469   10:15a-12:20p MTWTh   LS 119    Cain C D

MATH 26, Functions and Modeling for Business and Social Science    3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts) • Prerequisite: Mathematics 20

This course is a preparatory course for students anticipating enrollment in Math 23/28 (Calculus I for Business and Social Science). Topics include algebraic, exponential and logartihmic functions and their graphical representations, and using these functions to model applications in business and social science.

Math 26 is not recommended as a terminal course to satisfy transfer requirements.

1470   8:00a-10:05a MTWTh   MC 70   Mazorow M M

1471   10:15a-12:20p MTWTh   MC 70   Mazorow M M

MATH 28, Calculus 1 for Business and Social Science    5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts) • Prerequisites: Math 22 or Math 26 (preferred)

Formerly Math 23.

This course is intended for students majoring in business or social sciences. It is a survey of differential and integral calculus with business and social science applications. Topics include limits, differential calculus of one variable, including exponential and logarithmic functions, introduction to integral calculus, and mathematics of finance.

1473   7:15a-10:05a MTWThF   MC 67   McGraw C K

MATH 31, Elementary Algebra    5 units

• Prerequisite: Math 84.

This course is equivalent to one year of high school algebra. Topics include: arithmetic operations with real numbers, polynomials, rational expressions, and radicals; factoring polynomials; linear equations and inequalities in one and two variables; systems of linear equalities and inequalities in two unknowns; applications problems; equations with rational expressions; equations with radicals; and introduction to quadratic equations in one variable. Students enrolled in this course are required to spend time each week in the Math Lab.

*Course credit may not be applied toward satisfaction of Associate in Arts Degree requirements.

1474   7:15a-10:05a MTWThF   MC 73   Wong B L

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1475   7:15a-10:05a MTWThF   MC 66   Phung Q T

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1476   10:15a-1:05p MTWThF   MC 73   Owens D J

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1477   10:15a-1:05p MTWThF   MC 83   King W S

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1478   11:00a-1:50p MTWThF   BUNDY 213   Chen C

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Above section 1478 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.

1479   12:30p-3:20p MTWThF   MC 70   Halaka E F

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1480   3:30p-6:20p MTWThF   MC 66   Saakian L

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4071   6:30p-10:00p MTWTh   LS 205   Jiang J

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4072   6:30p-10:00p MTWTh   MC 66   Ward J E

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4109   6:30p-10:00p MTWTh   MC 70   Wong J D

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MATH 32, Plane Geometry   3 units

• Prerequisite: Math 31. • Advisory: Math 20.

This course is equivalent to one year of high school plane geometry. Topics include sets, postulates, theorems, proofs, constructions, congruent triangles, parallels, similar polygons, regular polygons, right triangles, circles, loci, and area. Emphasis will be made on thinking, memorizing, and analyzing abstract mathematical concepts.

1481   8:00a-10:05a MTWTh   LS 203   Peter P A

1482   10:15a-12:20p MTWTh   LA 231   Miao W

1483   12:30p-2:35p MTWTh   LA 231   Miao W

1484   3:30p-5:35p MTWTh   MC 71   Swartwood J

4073   6:30p-9:30p TWTh   MC 71   Kim J J

MATH 52, Elementary Statistics   3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts) • Prerequisite: Math 20.

Emphasis is on understanding statistical methods. The major topics include frequency distributions, measures of central tendency, variation, sampling, correlation, probability, and hypothesis testing.

1485   8:00a-10:05a MTWTh   BUNDY 221   Sheynshteyn A

Above section 1485 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.

1486   8:00a-10:05a MTWTh   MC 10   McDonnell P L

1487   10:15a-12:20p MTWTh   LS 201   Hong A M

1488   10:15a-12:20p MTWTh   AET 206   Edinger G C

Above section 1488 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.

1489   12:30p-2:35p MTWTh   MC 74   Fagerland S S

1490   2:45p-5:45p TWTh   MC 74   Fagerland S S

1491   3:15p-6:15p TWTh   MC 72   Perez R E

4074   6:30p-9:30p TWTh   MC 67   Nikolaychuk A M

4075   6:30p-9:30p TWTh   AET 206   Martinez M G

Above section 4075 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.

MATH 81, Basic Arithmetic   3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This course reviews basic arithmetic giving a foundation in basic math computational skills. Operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimal numbers, and applications of percent are covered. The course is offered on a credit/no credit basis. Students enrolled in this course are required to spend time each week in the math lab.

*Course credit may not be applied toward satisfaction of Associate in Arts Degree requirements.

1492   8:00a-10:05a MTWTh   LS 205   Lai I

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1493   10:15a-12:20p MTWTh   LS 103   Jimenez B S

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1494   12:30p-2:35p MTWTh   LS 103   Bronie B L

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1495   2:45p-4:50p MTWTh   LS 103   Bronie B L

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4076   6:30p-9:30p TWTh   MC 74   Estephan J J

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NEW 1680    12:30p-2:35p MTWTh   MC 9    Lai I

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MATH 84, Arithmetic Review and Pre-Algebra   3 units

• Advisory: Math 81.

This course is intended to prepare the student for elementary algebra. It assumes a thorough knowledge of arithmetic. It covers fractions, decimals, grouping symbols, the order of operations, signed numbers, exponents, the use of formulas and other pre-algebra topics. The emphasis is on concepts essential for success in algebra. Those students who only need to review basic arithmetic should consider Math 81. Students enrolled in this course are required to spend time each week in the math lab.

*Course credit may not be applied toward satisfaction of Associate In Arts Degree requirements.

1496   8:00a-10:05a MTWTh   MC 74   Dellarocca G

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1497   8:00a-10:05a MTWTh   LA 228   Tsvikyan A

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1498   10:15a-12:20p MTWTh   BUNDY 221   Robles I P

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Above section 1498 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.

1499   10:15a-12:20p MTWTh   MC 74   Della Rocca G

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1500   12:30p-2:35p MTWTh   BUNDY 221   Robles I P

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Above section 1500 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.

1501   2:45p-4:50p MTWTh   MC 73   Allen C A

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1502   3:30p-5:35p MTWTh   LA 243   Staff

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4077   5:15p-7:20p MTWTh   MC 73   Allen C A

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4078   6:30p-9:30p TWTh   LA 228   Hecht S E

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4079   6:30p-9:30p TWTh   LS 201   Okonjo-Adigwe C E

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