Mathematics
34 courses · Chabot College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026
MTH 1 Calculus I
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- MTH 20, MTH 22, MTH 21, MTH 31, MTH 31S ), MTH 36, MTH 36S, MTH 37 ), or an appropriate skill level demonstrated through the mathematics assessment process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is the first in the three-course calculus sequence intended for majors in math, engineering, and physical sciences. The course covers elements of analytic geometry, derivatives, limits and continuity, differentiation of algebraic and trigonometric functions, and the definite integral. Application to the sciences are also covered.
MTH 2 Calculus II
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- MTH 1
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Continuation of differential and integral calculus, including transcendental, and inverse functions. Techniques of integration, numerical integration, parametric equations, polar coordinates, sequences, power series and Taylor series. Primarily for mathematics, physical science, and engineering majors.
MTH 3 Multivariable Calculus
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- MTH 2
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Vector valued functions, functions of several variables, partial differentiation, multiple integration, change of variables theorem, scalar and vector fields, gradient, divergence, curl, line integral, surface integral, Theorems of Green, Stokes and Gauss, and applications.
MTH 4 Elementary Differential Equations
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture, 18 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 2
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to elementary differential equations, including first and second order equations, series solutions, Laplace transforms, and applications.
MTH 6 Elementary Linear Algebra
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture, 18 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 2
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to linear algebra: matrices, determinants, systems of equations, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalue, eigenvectors, and applications.
MTH 8 Discrete Mathematics
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture, 18 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 1
- Advisory
- CSCI 14
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Sets, relations and functions; logic, methods of proof, induction; combinatorics, discrete probability, recursion, and recurrence relations; graphs and trees; logic circuits; finite state machines. Designed for majors in mathematics and computer science.
MTH 15 Applied Calculus I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture, 18 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 31, MTH 20, MTH 21, an appropriate skill level demonstrated through the Mathematics Assessment process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This calculus course is intended for majors in business and in certain areas of life sciences. The course covers differential calculus of algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions, introduction to integral calculus, and applications in business, economics, and the life and social sciences. While this is a terminal course for many programs, some may also require the second course, MTH 16.
MTH 16 Applied Calculus II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture, 18 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 15, an appropriate skill level demonstrated through the Mathematics Assessment process.
- Advisory
- MTH 22, MTH 36, MTH 37
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Techniques of integration; multivariable calculus; calculus of trigonometric functions; differential equations; Taylor polynomials. Applications in business, economics and the life and social sciences. Integration includes by parts, using tables, and improper integrals. Multivariable calculus topics include partial derivatives and finding local extrema. Differential Equations includes separable equations. Applications include probability distributions.
MTH 21 College Algebra for BSTEM
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- MTH 55, an appropriate skill level demonstrated through the Mathematics Assessment Process. May not receive credit if MTH 31 has been completed.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
College level course in algebra for majors in Business and STEM fields (BSTEM). Concepts covered include polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, piecewise, and logarithmic functions and their graphs; nonlinear systems of equations and inequalities; theory of polynomial equations; and sequences and series.
MTH 22 Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- MTH 21, MTH 31, MTH 31S or an appropriate skill level demonstrated through the Mathematics Assessment Process.
- Transfers to
- CSU
The study of trigonometric functions, their inverses and their graphs, identities and proofs related to trigonometric expressions, trigonometric equations, solving right triangles, solving triangles using the Law of Cosines and the Law of Sines, polar coordinates, and introduction to vectors.
MTH 25 Computational Methods for Engineers and Scientists
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 Lecture, 54 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 1 (completed with a grade of "C" or higher)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Methodology and techniques for solving engineering/science problems using numerical-analysis computer-application programs MATLAB, SimuLink, Livescripts, app designer and Excel. Technical computing and visualization using MATLAB software. Examples and applications from applied mathematics, physical mechanics, electrical circuits, biology, thermal systems, fluid systems, and other branches of science and engineering.
MTH 33 Finite Mathematics
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 Lecture, 18 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 55, MTH 53, an appropriate skill level demonstrated through the Early Assessment Program, an appropriate skill level demonstrated through the mathematics assessment process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Straight lines, systems of linear equations, matrices, systems of linear inequalities, linear programming, mathematics of finance, sets and Venn diagrams, combinatorial techniques and an introduction to probability. Applications in business, economics and the social sciences.
MTH 33S Finite Mathematics with Support
- Units
- 4.5
- Hours
- 72 Lecture, 36 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 55 or intermediate algebra or an appropriate placement through the Mathematics Placement process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Straight lines, systems of linear equations, matrices, systems of linear inequalities, linear programming, mathematics of finance, sets and Venn diagrams, combinatorial techniques and an introduction to probability. Applications in business, economics and the social sciences. This course is equivalent to MTH 33 with additional lab hours for students who did not place directly into MTH 33 or for students who place directly into MTH 33 but desire additional instruction.
MTH 41 Number Systems
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture, 18 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 53, MTH 55, an appropriate skill level demonstrated through the Mathematics Assessment process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Development of mathematical thinking through exploration of the number system. Topics include structure of numeration systems including the real number system and its subsystems, number theory, and computational algorithms. Supports Number Sense Domain in the elementary subject matter preparation standards of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
MTH 41S Number Systems with Support
- Units
- 3.5
- Hours
- 54 Lecture, 36 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 55, MTH 53 or intermediate algebra or an appropriate placement through the Mathematics Placement process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Development of quantitative reasoning skills through exploration of mathematical topics. Topics include structure of numeration systems including the real number system and its subsystems, number theory, and computational algorithms. This course is equivalent to MTH 41 with additional lab hours for students who did not place directly into MTH 41 or for students who place directly into MTH 41 but desire additional instruction.
MTH 43S Introduction to Probability and Statistics with Support
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 72 Lecture, 54 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 53, MTH 55, MTH 53B or MTH 54 or MTH 54L or MTH 55B or MTH 55L or an appropriate placement through the Mathematics Placement process.
- Advisory
- ENGL C1000 (Formerly ENGL 1)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Descriptive statistics, including measures of central tendency and dispersion; elements of probability; tests of statistical hypotheses (one and two populations); correlation and regression; ANOVA; applications in various fields. Introduction to the use of computer software package to complete both descriptive and inferential statistics problems. This course is equivalent to MTH 43 with additional lab hours for students who did not place directly into MTH 43 or for students who place directly into MTH 43 but desire additional instruction. May not receive credit if Mathematics 35 has been completed. Laboratory, study group, collaborative workshop or computer laboratory time for Introduction to Probability and Statistics.
MTH 43W Introduction to Probability and Statistics Workshop
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 36 Lab
- Corequisite
- STAT C1000 (Formerly MTH 43)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Laboratory, study group, collaborative workshop or computer laboratory time for Introduction To Probability and Statistics. MTH43W is a support course for students taking MTH43. This is a great class for students who are transitioning to college-level math coursework, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while and want additional support while completing MTH 43.
MTH 44 Mathematics for Democracy
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture, 18 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 55, MTH 53
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An introductory study of the mathematics for the Liberal Arts student. Core topics include statistics, probability, logic and proofs, and problem-solving. Applications of these topics will be found in current and historical political processes; examples include statistical analysis of sampling and interpretation of polling, the logical structure of various voting methods, solving the problems arising from the paradoxes with apportionment, and using the geometry of compactness for redistricting.
MTH 47 Mathematics for Liberal Arts
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture, 18 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 53, MTH 55 or intermediate algebra or an appropriate skill level demonstrated through the Mathematics Assessment process.
- Transfers to
- CSU
An introductory study of mathematical topics, emphasizing real life applications. Topics may include problem solving, geometry, statistics, probability, finance, graph theory, and history and culture of mathematics. Emphasis on real life applications.
MTH 53 Applied Algebra and Data Analysis
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture, 18 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 204 or an appropriate skill level demonstrated through the Mathematics Assessment process.
Equations and formulas; linear, exponential, logarithmic functions; measurement and conversion of units; exponents and scientific notation; introduction to descriptive statistics including graphical methods; introduction to probability. Intended for students who do not need calculus.
MTH 55 Intermediate Algebra
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- MTH 53, MTH 53B, an appropriate skill level demonstrated through the Mathematics Assessment process. May not receive credit if MTH 55A and MTH 55B or MTH 55L have been completed.
Foundational math course designed to prepare students for College Algebra. Mathematical thought and reasoning are developed through concepts including factoring, complex numbers, quadratic equations, parabolas, functions and their graphs, systems of equations, rational exponents, radical equations, absolute value equations and inequalities.
MTH 88 Introduction to Data Science
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 Lecture, 18 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 55 or an appropriate skill level demonstrated through the Mathematics Assessment process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Inspired by the plethora of data and abundance of data analysis required in the modern workplace, this course focuses on data-driven inquiry through inferential thinking, applied computational reasoning and real-world problems using sources such as economic data, document collections or geographical data. We will combine statistical inference with computer programming to analyze real-world data sets using such topics as probability distributions, summary statistics, appropriate data displays, confidence intervals, hypothesis tests, debugging, good programming style and social/ethical issues.
MTH 104 Prealgebra
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 Lecture, 18 Lab
Brief review of arithmetic, including fractions, decimals, percentages; order of operations, and geometric formulas. Introduction to algebraic concepts, including signed numbers, properties of real numbers, algebraic expressions, linear equations, and graphs.
MTH 122 Math Lab
- Units
- 0.5-1
- Hours
- 27-54 Lab
Provides mathematics students an opportunity to build/maintain mathematics skills with tutorial assistance from an instructor, student tutors, and/or fellow classmates. Students may also use a software program and work on problems at their own pace through active participatory experience.
MTH 201W Noncredit Calculus I Corequisite Support Workshop
- Units
- 36
- Hours
- 36 Lecture
- Corequisite
- MTH 1
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in preparation for Business and STEM Math. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This class provides corequisite support to help students succeed in MTH 1 as AB 1705 permits all students to enroll in MTH 1, starting Fall 2025. This course includes skills review, laboratory, study group, collaborative workshop, and/or computer laboratory time.
MTH 204 Prealgebra
- Units
- 90
- Hours
- 72 Lecture, 18 Lab
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in Preparation for Statistics and Liberal Arts Math. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This is a great class for students who are transitioning to college, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while and want some more mathematics preparation before transitioning to college-level math. This course covers the same content as MTH 204A, 204B, 204C, and 204D combined: Whole numbers, integers, rational and decimal numbers, percent, geometry, graphing, and problem solving.
MTH 210 Math Jam for Business and STEM Mathematics Pathway
- Units
- 27
- Hours
- 27 Lecture
Review of algebra and study skills required for success in transfer-level mathematics. This course is intended to prepare students for coursework in the Business and STEM pathways.
MTH 215W Noncredit Applied Calculus I Corequisite Support Workshop
- Units
- 36
- Hours
- 36 Lecture
- Corequisite
- MTH 15
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in preparation for Business and STEM Math. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This class provides corequisite support to help students succeed in MTH 15 as AB 1705 permits all students to enroll in MTH 15. This course includes skills review, laboratory, study group, collaborative workshop, and/or computer laboratory time.
MTH 220 Math Jam for Statistics and Liberal Arts Mathematics Pathway
- Units
- 27
- Hours
- 27 Lecture
This noncredit course reviews algebra and study skills required for success in transfer-level mathematics. This course is intended to prepare students for coursework in the Statistics and Liberal Arts Mathematics pathway (non-STEM majors). If you need a refresher on algebra or you want to get a jump-start on your next math class, this course is for you!
MTH 221W Noncredit College Algebra for BSTEM Corequisite Support Workshop
- Units
- 36
- Hours
- 36 Lecture
- Corequisite
- MTH 21
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in preparation for Business and STEM Math. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This class provides corequisite support to help students succeed in MTH 21 as AB 705 encourages all students to enroll in their first math class at the transfer level. This course includes skills review, laboratory, study group, collaborative workshop, and/or computer laboratory.
MTH 222W Noncredit Trigonometry with Analytic Geometry Corequisite Support Workshop
- Units
- 36
- Hours
- 36 Lecture
- Corequisite
- MTH 22
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in preparation for Business and STEM Math. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This class provides corequisite support to help students succeed in MTH 22 as AB 705 encourages all students to enroll in their first math class at the transfer level. This course includes skills review, laboratory, study group, collaborative workshop, and/or computer laboratory.
MTH 243W Noncredit Introduction To Statistics Workshop
- Units
- 36
- Hours
- 36 Lab
- Corequisite
- STAT C1000 (Formerly MTH 43)
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in preparation for Statistics and Liberal Arts Math. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills are met. This is a great class for students who are transitioning to college-level math coursework, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while and want additional support while completing MTH 43. This course consists of laboratory, study group, collaborative workshop or computer laboratory time for Introduction To Probability and Statistics, including review of prerequisite skills.
MTH 253 Applied Algebra and Data Analysis
- Units
- 108
- Hours
- 90 Lecture, 18 Lab
- Prerequisite
- MTH 204 or an appropriate skill level demonstrated through the Mathematics Assessment process
Equations and formulas; linear, exponential, logarithmic functions; measurement and conversion of units; exponents and scientific notation; introduction to descriptive statistics including graphical methods; introduction to probability. Intended for students who do not need calculus. This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in Preparation for College Mathematics for the Statistics and Liberal Arts pathway. This course is free and is intended to prepare students for the rigor of college-level mathematics coursework required in non-STEM fields. Students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course covers the same content as MTH 53 Applied Algebra and Data Analysis. Students who are transitioning to college, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while may prefer to take the noncredit MTH 253 instead of MTH 53 since it is free and may be repeated.
MTH 255 Noncredit Intermediate Algebra
- Units
- 90
- Hours
- 90 Lecture
This noncredit course is part of a noncredit certificate of competency in Preparation for College Mathematics for the Business and STEM pathway. This course is free and is intended to prepare students for the rigor of college-level mathematics coursework required in STEM fields. Students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course covers the same content as MTH 55 Intermediate Algebra. Students who are transitioning to college, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while may prefer to take the noncredit MTH 255 instead of MTH 55 since it is free and may be repeated. This course covers topics of Intermediate Algebra, such as quadratic equations, parabolas and circles, functions and their graphs, systems of equations, radical equations, as well as exponential and logarithmic functions and equations. This is a great class for students interested in the Business or STEM fields who want some more preparation before transitioning to college-level math.