Mathematics
23 courses · MiraCosta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
MATH C2210 Calculus I: Early Transcendentals
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- Lecture 5 hours
- Prerequisite
- Precalculus, or college algebra and trigonometry, or equivalent or placement as determined by college's multiple measures assessment process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
- C-ID
- MATH-211
A first course in differential and integral calculus of a single variable. Topics include limits and continuity of functions, techniques and applications of differentiation, an introduction to integration, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. This course is primarily intended for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) majors. Formerly Math 150. UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Credit for MATH 115, MATH 150, MATH 150H, MATH 150S, MATH C2210, MATH C2210E or MATH C2210H. C-ID MATH-211.
MATH C2210E Calculus I: Early Transcendentals - Embedded Support
- Units
- 7
- Hours
- Lecture 7 hours
- Prerequisite
- Pre-calculus, or college algebra and trigonometry, or equivalent or placement as determined by college's multiple measures assessment process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
A first course in differential and integral calculus of a single variable. Topics include limits and continuity of functions, techniques and applications of differentiation, an introduction to integration, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. This course is primarily intended for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) majors. This course includes embedded support. Utilizing a just-in-time approach, the course provides additional support and reviews topics from precalculus. Formerly Math 150S. UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Credit for MATH 115, MATH 150, MATH 150H, MATH 150S, MATH C2210, MATH C2210E or MATH C2210H.
MATH C2210H Calculus I: Early Transcendentals - Honors
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- Lecture 5 hours
- Prerequisite
- Pre-calculus, or college algebra and trigonometry, or equivalent, or placement as determined by the college's multiple measures assessment process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
- C-ID
- MATH-211
A first course in differential and integral calculus of a single variable. Topics include limits and continuity of functions, techniques and applications of differentiation, an introduction to integration, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. This course is primarily intended for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) majors. This is an honors course. The course provides students the opportunity to obtain a level of rigor above the level currently available in existing courses. It emphasizes logical reasoning, problem solving, and applications. Formerly Math 150H. UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Credit for MATH 115, MATH 150, MATH 150H, MATH 150S, MATH C2210, MATH C2210E, or MATH C2210H. C-ID MATH-211.
MATH C2220 Calculus II: Early Transcendentals
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- Lecture 4 hours
- Prerequisite
- MATH C2210, MATH C2210E, MATH C2210H, or or equivalent, or placement as determined by the college's multiple measures assessment process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
A second course in differential and integral calculus of a single variable. Topics include applications of integration, techniques of integration, infinite sequences and series, and the calculus of parametric and polar equations. This course is primarily intended for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) majors. Formerly Math 155. UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Credit for MATH 155, MATH 155H, or MATH C2220.
MATH 102 Math Fundamentals: Mathematics for Life
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course covers the fundamentals of logic, including fallacies, inductive and deductive reasoning, conditional statements, and the evaluation of arguments; the basic ideas of finance, including simple and compound interest, amortized loans, and retirement accounts; ideas of probability and applications of probability to realistic situations; and problem solving. The course provides students with a strong foundation in quantitative reasoning and mathematical concepts applicable to everyday life situations and long-term decision-making strategies.
MATH 102A Mathematics for Life
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture 2.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
The course provides students with a strong foundation in quantitative reasoning and mathematical concepts applicable to everyday life situations and long-term decision-making strategies. This course covers linear and exponential equations and the basic ideas of finance, including simple and compound interest, amortized loans, and retirement accounts. Elementary probability theory to calculate the likelihood of events and descriptive statistics are used to organize and make sense of data sets.
MATH 110 Principles of Data Science
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- Lecture 3.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course combines an introductory look into the fundamental skills and concepts of computer programming and inferential statistics with hands-on experience analyzing datasets using common tools within the industry. Additionally, the course investigates ethical issues surrounding data science, such as data privacy.
MATH 112 Algebraic Concepts for Problem Solving
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- Lecture 4 hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course uses algebraic concepts to solve applied problems. It addresses application problems that incorporate linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. The course covers some applied modeling, including break even analysis, market equilibrium, linear modeling, and exponential growth, decay, and their models. The course also addresses mathematical topics such as optimization, rates of change, and linear systems.
MATH 115 Calculus with Applications
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- Lecture 5 hours
- Prerequisite
- Knowledge, skills, and abilities at the intermediate algebra level as determined by the math placement process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
- C-ID
- MATH-140
This course relates calculus to real-world applications in social science, economics, and business. Topics include an extensive and just-in-time algebra review, graphing, limits, derivatives of polynomials of one variable, maxima and minima, integration, derivatives of logarithmic and exponential functions, development of integration techniques, an introduction to multi-variable calculus, and their application to problems. This course is designed primarily for students majoring in social science, economics, and business who require calculus and is not recommended for mathematics, physical science, engineering, or biological science majors. UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Credit for MATH 115, MATH C2210, MATH C2210H, MATH 150, or MATH 150H. C-ID MATH-140.
MATH 126 Pre-Calculus I: College Algebra
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- Lecture 4 hours
- Prerequisite
- Knowledge, skills, and abilities at the intermediate algebra level as determined by the math placement process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
This course covers advanced algebra topics including functions and their properties. Topics include linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions and their applications, graphs of functions, inverse functions, and systems of equations and inequalities. UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Credit for one college algebra or pre-calculus course, MATH 126, MATH 126S or MATH 131.
MATH 126S Pre-Calculus I: College Algebra with Integrated Support
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- Lecture 5 hours
- Prerequisite
- Knowledge, skills, and abilities at the intermediate algebra level as determined by the math placement process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
This course covers advanced algebra topics including functions and their properties. Topics include one unit of intermediate algebra review, linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions and their applications, graphs of functions, inverse functions, and systems of equations and inequalities. UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Maximum credit MATH 126S 4 units. Credit for one college algebra or pre-calculus course, MATH 126, MATH 126S or MATH 131.
MATH 131 Pre-Calculus II: Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- Lecture 4 hours
- Prerequisite
- MATH 126, MATH 126S, or eligibility determined by the math placement process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
This course covers basic concepts of analytic geometry and trigonometry, including definitions and properties of trigonometric functions. Topics include solutions of applied problems involving right triangles; graphs of trigonometric functions; trigonometric identities; trigonometric equation solving; evaluation of inverse trigonometric functions, polar coordinates, and vectors. The course also covers conics, systems of non-linear equations, and sequences and series. UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Credit for one college algebra or pre-calculus course, MATH 126, MATH 126S, MATH 131, or MATH 131H.
MATH 131L Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry Laboratory
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- Laboratory 3 hours
- Prerequisite
- MATH 126 or MATH 126S, and concurrent enrollment in MATH 131
- Transfers to
- CSU
This optional laboratory course is for students concurrently enrolled in MATH 131. Students work with others to integrate key topics from Precalculus I that are necessary for and connect to the concepts in Precalculus II.
MATH 135 Precalculus Mathematics
- Units
- 6
- Hours
- Lecture 6 hours
- Prerequisite
- Knowledge, skills, and abilities at the intermediate algebra level as determined by the math placement process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course covers functions and their properties as well as basic concepts of analytic geometry and trigonometry. Topics include linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, trigonometric, inverse trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions; systems of equations and inequalities; solving applied problems with right triangles; trigonometric identities; polar coordinates; conics; vectors; and sequences and series. This course prepares students for MATH C2210/MATH C2210H.
MATH 150L Calculus and Analytic Geometry I Laboratory
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- Laboratory 3 hours
- Prerequisite
- Knowledge, skills, and abilities at the elementary algebra level as determined by the math placement process and concurrent enrollment in MATH C2210
- Transfers to
- CSU
This laboratory course is for students concurrently enrolled in MATH C2210. Students work with others to explore algebra and trigonometric topics necessary for success in Calculus I.
MATH 155L Calculus and Analytic Geometry II Laboratory
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- Laboratory 3 hours
- Prerequisite
- MATH C2210, MATH C2210E, MATH C2210H or concurrent enrollment in MATH C2220
- Transfers to
- CSU
This optional laboratory course is for students concurrently enrolled in MATH C2220. Students work with others to integrate key topics from Calculus I that are necessary for and connect to the concepts in Calculus II.
MATH 210 Mathematical Concepts and Structures for Teachers I: Number Systems and Number Sense
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
This course covers set theory, problem-solving, systems of numeration, elementary number theory, numerical operations, and arithmetic algorithms. It emphasizes cognitive learning and the development of problem-solving strategies and techniques as well as connections to algebra and algebraic thinking. Students work collaboratively in groups and/or independently using manipulatives and models to explore structures and formulate concepts. It is required for students working toward a multiple subject credential in elementary education. Formerly MATH 105. UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Credit for MATH 105, MATH 106, MATH 210, or MATH 212.
MATH 212 Mathematical Concepts and Structures for Teachers II: Algebra, Geometry, Measurement, and Reasoning
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours
- Prerequisite
- MATH 210
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
This continuation of MATH 210 covers the mathematical concepts needed for teaching elementary school mathematics. Core topics include solving equations with algebra and graphs of linear functions, geometry and geometric proofs, Pythagorean theorem, measurement in both the English and metric systems, transformations, and symmetry. Students must demonstrate their understanding of the algebraic and geometric concepts and structures using critical thinking. It is required for students working toward a multiple-subject credential in elementary education. (Formerly MATH 106). UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Credit for MATH 105, MATH 106, MATH 210, or MATH 212.
MATH 226 Discrete Mathematics
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- Lecture 4 hours
- Prerequisite
- MATH C2210, MATH C2210E, MATH C2210H, or CS 150
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Designed for students majoring in mathematics or computer science, this course introduces discrete mathematics, including logic, methods of proof, number theory, sets, counting, discrete probability, relations, recursion, recurrence relations, Boolean algebra, graphs, trees, and networks. Topics are illustrated with applications to computer science, including design and analysis of algorithms, undecidability, program correctness, and digital logic design.
MATH 260 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- Lecture 3.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hours
- Prerequisite
- MATH C2220
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
- C-ID
- MATH-230
This third course in a three-semester calculus sequence covers vectors in two- and three-dimensional space, quadratic surfaces, vector-valued functions of several variables, partial differentiation and multiple integration, vector fields, line integrals, and conservative fields. The course is designed for mathematics, science, and engineering majors. UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Credit for MATH 260 or MATH 260H. C-ID MATH-230.
MATH 265 Differential Equations
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- Lecture 4 hours
- Prerequisite
- MATH C2220
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
- C-ID
- MATH-240
This course introduces the theory and applications of ordinary differential equations of first and higher (mostly second) order as well as systems of linear differential equations. It includes both quantitative and qualitative methods. The course deals with theoretical aspects of existence and uniqueness of solutions as well as techniques for finding solutions using analytical, numerical, method of power-series, and Laplace transformations. UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Credit for MATH 265 or MATH 265H. C-ID MATH-240.
MATH 270 Linear Algebra
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- Lecture 4 hours
- Prerequisite
- MATH C2220
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
- C-ID
- MATH-250
This course introduces students to the concepts of linear algebra. Topics include matrix algebra, Gaussian elimination, determinants of a matrix, properties of determinants, vector spaces and their properties with an introduction to proofs, linear transformations, orthogonality, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and computational methods. UC CREDIT LIMITATION: Credit for MATH 270 or MATH 270H. C-ID MATH-250.
MATH 292 Internship Studies
- Units
- 0.5-14
- Corequisite
- Complete 54 hours of work per unit, paid or unpaid
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides students the opportunity to apply the theories and techniques of their discipline in an internship position in a professional setting under the instruction of a faculty-mentor and site supervisor. It introduces students to aspects of the roles and responsibilities of professionals employed in the field of study. Topics include goal-setting, employability skills development, and examination of the world of work as it relates to the student's career plans. Students must develop new learning objectives and/or work/intern at a new site upon each enrollment.