MATH 13A - College Algebra for STEM

    Recent Professors
    Connie Hebert
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    30–35 students
    Difficulty
    6.9Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    Placement based on multiple measures; or Intermediate Algebra or higher
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of MATH 13A
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 2 · IGETC Area 2A · CSU GE Area B4
    Description
    This is a college-level course in algebra for majors in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Topics include polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, absolute value, and logarithmic functions; systems of equations; theory of polynomial equations; and analytic geometry. Students who are STEM majors and have successfully completed Intermediate Algebra, Integrated Math 3 in high school, or the equivalent should enroll directly into MATH 13 Precalculus. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed Thu 9:00am–11:30am, Mon Wed 11:00am–1:05pm, Mon Wed 9:30am–11:35am, Tue Thu 11:00am–1:05pm