MATH 300 - Introduction to Mathematical Ideas

    Recent Professors
    Surinder S. Bassi, Jesus Romero Jr, Amelita Bailey, Haynalka Caton, Joseph M. Steever, Rick D. Woodmansee, Tatyana A. Uram, Nicholas D. Dale and 10 more
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    6.1Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Intermediate Algebra or equivalent (Integrated Math 3) with a grade of "C-" or better OR through the placement process.
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 2 · IGETC Area 2A · CSU GE Area B4
    Description
    This course is intended to help the non-Mathematics major student relate to the spirit of mathematics through a study of some engaging ideas of mathematics. Several specific topics will be chosen from: numeration systems, logic, sets, number theory, algebraic modeling, geometry, combinatorics, probability, statistics, consumer mathematics, graph theory, voting and apportionment, matrices, and perhaps others. This course is not recommended for students entering elementary school teaching or for business administration majors. PLEASE NOTE: Successful completion of this course does not satisfy prerequisites for any other course.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 9:00am–10:20am, Mon Wed 8:30am–9:50am, Mon Wed 9:15am–10:35am, Tue Thu 2:00pm–3:20pm