Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024Class Size40–50 studentsCredits4PrerequisiteMathematics 240 with a grade of 'C' or better or skills equivalent to those in an Intermediate Algebra course or appropriate placement. (MATH 8A + 8B C-ID MATH 955) Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 2 · IGETC Area 2A · CSU GE Area B4DescriptionMath 8A prepares the student for the study of calculus by providing important skills in algebraic manipulation, interpretation, and problem solving at the college level. Topics will include basic algebraic concepts, complex numbers, equations and inequalities of the first and second degree, functions, and graphs, linear and quadratic equations, polynomial functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations, and matrices. PREREQUISITE: Mathematics 240 with a grade of 'C' or better or skills equivalent to those in an Intermediate Algebra course or appropriate placement. (MATH 8A + 8B C-ID MATH 955)Usually HeldMon Wed 6:00pm–8:05pm, Fri 12:55pm–2:10pm, Mon Wed 12:55pm–2:10pm, Mon Wed Fri 12:55pm–2:10pm 