MATH 300 - Introduction to Mathematical Ideas

    Recent Professors
    Haynalka Caton, Amelita Bailey, Lyudmila A. Fasman, Stephen T. Gonzales, Malcolm E. Wong, Tatyana A. Uram, Paul A. Prue, Rick D. Woodmansee and 10 more
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Intermediate Algebra or equivalent (Integrated Math 3) with a grade of "C-" or better OR through the placement process.
    Fall 2026 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 10:30am–11:50am, Mon Wed 9:30am–10:50am, Thu 1:00pm–2:20pm