Mathematics A.S.

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Your 2-year Associate in Science in Mathematics covers courses such as calculus, differential equations and linear algebra. Build a knowledge-backed career in industries such as banking, IT and engineering, where problem-solving and the ability to see the big picture are valued.

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Maximize your career trajectory by working with an Academic Success Advisor who recommends the best way to transfer to your preferred university. An Associate in Science (A.S.) in Mathematics prepares you for a variety of bachelor’s programs—not only math. For instance, you can pursue a bachelor’s in data science or secondary education.

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Teach courses pertaining to mathematical concepts, statistics, and actuarial science and to the application of original and standardized mathematical techniques in solving specific problems and situations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
- Salary Levels
  
  Take a look at the average annual or hourly earnings for this career in Lake and Cook Counties.
  
  Entry-Level
  
  $43,188
  
  Median
  
  $74,639
  
  Senior-Level
  
  $148,555
  
  Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES (Occupational Employment Statistics) data from the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
  
  Entry-Level
  
  $20.76
  
  Median
  
  $35.88
  
  Senior-Level
  
  $71.42
  
  Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES (Occupational Employment Statistics) data from the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
- Top entry-level education
  
  Here’s a quick look at the most common degree levels people have in this career.
  
  Bachelor's Degree
  
  9.88%
  
  Master's Degree
  
  43%
  
  Doctorate
  
  47.12%
  
  Lightcast educational attainment levels are the educational attainment percentage breakdown for a career (e.g. the percentage of people in the career who hold a bachelor degree vs. an associate degree).
Conduct research in fundamental mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields. Solve problems in various fields using mathematical methods.
- Salary Levels
  
  Take a look at the average annual or hourly earnings for this career in Lake and Cook Counties.
  
  Entry-Level
  
  $48,227
  
  Median
  
  $128,436
  
  Senior-Level
  
  $166,716
  
  Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES (Occupational Employment Statistics) data from the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
  
  Entry-Level
  
  $23.18
  
  Median
  
  $61.74
  
  Senior-Level
  
  $80.15
  
  Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES (Occupational Employment Statistics) data from the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
- Top entry-level education
  
  Here’s a quick look at the most common degree levels people have in this career.
  
  Bachelor's Degree
  
  10%
  
  Master's Degree
  
  35%
  
  Doctorate
  
  55%
  
  Lightcast educational attainment levels are the educational attainment percentage breakdown for a career (e.g. the percentage of people in the career who hold a bachelor degree vs. an associate degree).
Teach one or more subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level.
- Salary Levels
  
  Take a look at the average annual or hourly earnings for this career in Lake and Cook Counties.
  
  Entry-Level
  
  $52,520
  
  Median
  
  $76,518
  
  Senior-Level
  
  $114,962
  
  Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES (Occupational Employment Statistics) data from the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
  
  Entry-Level
  
  $25.25
  
  Median
  
  $36.78
  
  Senior-Level
  
  $55.26
  
  Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES (Occupational Employment Statistics) data from the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
- Top entry-level education
  
  Here’s a quick look at the most common degree levels people have in this career.
  
  High school diploma or less
  
  9.58%
  
  Bachelor's Degree
  
  88.24%
  
  Master's Degree
  
  2.18%
  
  Lightcast educational attainment levels are the educational attainment percentage breakdown for a career (e.g. the percentage of people in the career who hold a bachelor degree vs. an associate degree).
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.
- Salary Levels
  
  Take a look at the average annual or hourly earnings for this career in Lake and Cook Counties.
  
  Entry-Level
  
  $84,103
  
  Median
  
  $164,601
  
  Senior-Level
  
  $272,548
  
  Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES (Occupational Employment Statistics) data from the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
  
  Entry-Level
  
  $40.43
  
  Median
  
  $79.13
  
  Senior-Level
  
  $131.03
  
  Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES (Occupational Employment Statistics) data from the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
- Top entry-level education
  
  Here’s a quick look at the most common degree levels people have in this career.
  
  Associate Degree
  
  7.29%
  
  Bachelor's Degree
  
  37.31%
  
  Master's Degree
  
  15.07%
  
  Doctorate
  
  40.32%
  
  Lightcast educational attainment levels are the educational attainment percentage breakdown for a career (e.g. the percentage of people in the career who hold a bachelor degree vs. an associate degree).
Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level.
- Salary Levels
  
  Take a look at the average annual or hourly earnings for this career in Lake and Cook Counties.
  
  Entry-Level
  
  $54,612
  
  Median
  
  $87,483
  
  Senior-Level
  
  $145,976
  
  Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES (Occupational Employment Statistics) data from the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
  
  Entry-Level
  
  $26.25
  
  Median
  
  $42.05
  
  Senior-Level
  
  $70.18
  
  Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES (Occupational Employment Statistics) data from the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
- Top entry-level education
  
  Here’s a quick look at the most common degree levels people have in this career.
  
  Associate Degree
  
  3.99%
  
  Bachelor's Degree
  
  84.73%
  
  Master's Degree
  
  11.29%
  
  Lightcast educational attainment levels are the educational attainment percentage breakdown for a career (e.g. the percentage of people in the career who hold a bachelor degree vs. an associate degree).
Compile and compute data according to statistical formulas for use in statistical studies. May perform actuarial computations and compile charts and graphs for use by actuaries. Includes actuarial clerks.
- Salary Levels
  
  Take a look at the average annual or hourly earnings for this career in Lake and Cook Counties.
  
  Entry-Level
  
  $51,171
  
  Median
  
  $65,836
  
  Senior-Level
  
  $82,707
  
  Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES (Occupational Employment Statistics) data from the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
  
  Entry-Level
  
  $24.60
  
  Median
  
  $31.65
  
  Senior-Level
  
  $39.76
  
  Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES (Occupational Employment Statistics) data from the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
- Top entry-level education
  
  Here’s a quick look at the most common degree levels people have in this career.
  
  High school diploma or less
  
  6.03%
  
  Some college
  
  11.93%
  
  Bachelor's Degree
  
  61.28%
  
  Master's Degree
  
  18.68%
  
  Doctorate
  
  2.07%
  
  Lightcast educational attainment levels are the educational attainment percentage breakdown for a career (e.g. the percentage of people in the career who hold a bachelor degree vs. an associate degree).
Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as biostatistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians.
- Salary Levels
  
  Take a look at the average annual or hourly earnings for this career in Lake and Cook Counties.
  
  Entry-Level
  
  $87,873
  
  Median
  
  $120,674
  
  Senior-Level
  
  $177,104
  
  Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES (Occupational Employment Statistics) data from the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
  
  Entry-Level
  
  $42.24
  
  Median
  
  $58.02
  
  Senior-Level
  
  $85.14
  
  Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES (Occupational Employment Statistics) data from the BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
- Top entry-level education
  
  Here’s a quick look at the most common degree levels people have in this career.
  
  Some college
  
  4.76%
  
  Associate Degree
  
  4.76%
  
  Bachelor's Degree
  
  14.29%
  
  Master's Degree
  
  61.9%
  
  Doctorate
  
  14.28%
  
  Lightcast educational attainment levels are the educational attainment percentage breakdown for a career (e.g. the percentage of people in the career who hold a bachelor degree vs. an associate degree).

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Course Code	Course Title	Credits	Course Highlights
CLC 120	CLC 120 College Success Seminar Class Description This course is designed to teach students attitudes and skills valuable for college success. Topics may include: growth mindset, self-advocacy skills, college resources, college culture, financial literacy, and academic success strategies, such as study skills, time management, and goal setting. Throughout this course, students will develop skills necessary for promoting positive human relations in a diverse society.	2	Dual credit options available Online/Virtual options available
ENG 121	ENG 121 English Composition I Class Description This course is designed to help students develop their competence in college-level writing and in the analysis of texts so they can enter the dialogue of the academic community. This course includes the analysis and practice of argument and the use of critical thinking to read, analyze, and produce college-level texts.	3	Credit for prior learning available Dual credit options available Online/Virtual options available
MTH 145	MTH 145 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I Class Description This course covers the calculus of algebraic and transcendental functions. Analytic geometry topics are limited to the line and circle. Calculus topics include limits, differentiation and integration of both algebraic and transcendental functions, including trigonometric functions, with applications. NOTE: A specific graphing calculator is required for this course. Contact the EMPS division office for details.	5	Credit for prior learning available Online/Virtual options available
PHI 122	PHI 122 Logic Class Description This course develops formal reasoning, including categorical and symbolic modes of analysis. It covers Venn diagrams, predicate logic, rules of inference and replacement. It introduces the inductive method and the problem of induction.	3	Credit for prior learning available Online/Virtual options available

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Course Code	CLC 120
Course Title	CLC 120 College Success Seminar Class Description This course is designed to teach students attitudes and skills valuable for college success. Topics may include: growth mindset, self-advocacy skills, college resources, college culture, financial literacy, and academic success strategies, such as study skills, time management, and goal setting. Throughout this course, students will develop skills necessary for promoting positive human relations in a diverse society.
Credits	2
Dual credit options available
Online/Virtual options available

Course Highlights
Course Code	ENG 121
Course Title	ENG 121 English Composition I Class Description This course is designed to help students develop their competence in college-level writing and in the analysis of texts so they can enter the dialogue of the academic community. This course includes the analysis and practice of argument and the use of critical thinking to read, analyze, and produce college-level texts.
Credits	3
Credit for prior learning available
Dual credit options available
Online/Virtual options available

Course Highlights
Course Code	MTH 145
Course Title	MTH 145 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I Class Description This course covers the calculus of algebraic and transcendental functions. Analytic geometry topics are limited to the line and circle. Calculus topics include limits, differentiation and integration of both algebraic and transcendental functions, including trigonometric functions, with applications. NOTE: A specific graphing calculator is required for this course. Contact the EMPS division office for details.
Credits	5
Credit for prior learning available
Online/Virtual options available

Course Highlights
Course Code	PHI 122
Course Title	PHI 122 Logic Class Description This course develops formal reasoning, including categorical and symbolic modes of analysis. It covers Venn diagrams, predicate logic, rules of inference and replacement. It introduces the inductive method and the problem of induction.
Credits	3
Credit for prior learning available
Online/Virtual options available

Course Code	Course Title	Credits	Course Highlights
MTH 146	MTH 146 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II Class Description This course is a continuation of MTH 145. Techniques of integration, applications of integration, differential equations, parametric equations, polar coordinates and infinite sequences and series will be covered. NOTE: A specific graphing calculator is required for this course. Contact the EMPS division office for details.	4	Credit for prior learning available Online/Virtual options available
MCS 140	MCS 140 Computer Programming for Engineers and Scientists Class Description This course is designed to fulfill the requirements established by the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) for the CS1 course. It also is designed to meet the computer science requirements of engineering students with applications in math. This is a course in machine organization, algorithm development and programming style using the Java programming language. Applications include sorting and searching techniques, root solving procedures, and numerical integration. EXTENSIVE computer time commitment required. Previous programming experience is recommended. Students should not take both MCS 140 and MCS 141.	3	Online/Virtual options available
ENG 126	ENG 126 Advanced Professional & Technical Composition Class Description Advanced Technical Composition is a transferable advanced technical writing course for anyone interested in refining their professional and workplace writing skills. The course focuses on developing advanced research skills and incorporating multiple sources into research-based projects. Students will learn how technical writers use document design strategies based on rhetorical principles to respond to a variety of communication challenges. Writing concisely, precisely, and clearly for a variety of purposes and audiences will be emphasized. Students are encouraged to develop projects that reflect their professional interests.	3	Online/Virtual options available
ECO 221	ECO 221 Principles of Macroeconomics Class Description This course analyzes the national economy by measuring and tracking the changes in key economic variables such as GDP and the economic growth rate, the unemployment rate, and the inflation rate. Principal macroeconomic issues will be explored and discussed from diverse economic models and will include a discussion on the use and effectiveness of fiscal and monetary policies as well as the causes and consequences of recessions and expansions on the national economy.	3	Credit for prior learning available Online/Virtual options available
HUM 141	HUM 141 World Humanities of 20/21 Century Class Description This is an interdisciplinary and multicultural course which introduces students to the visual art, architecture, literature, philosophy/religion/myth, music, dance, and history of various non-Western cultures through selected works and a comparative examination of their values, motifs and aesthetics with those of Western cultural expression during the 20th and 21st centuries.	3	Global citizenship Online/Virtual options available

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Course Code	MTH 146
Course Title	MTH 146 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II Class Description This course is a continuation of MTH 145. Techniques of integration, applications of integration, differential equations, parametric equations, polar coordinates and infinite sequences and series will be covered. NOTE: A specific graphing calculator is required for this course. Contact the EMPS division office for details.
Credits	4
Credit for prior learning available
Online/Virtual options available

Course Highlights
Course Code	MCS 140
Course Title	MCS 140 Computer Programming for Engineers and Scientists Class Description This course is designed to fulfill the requirements established by the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) for the CS1 course. It also is designed to meet the computer science requirements of engineering students with applications in math. This is a course in machine organization, algorithm development and programming style using the Java programming language. Applications include sorting and searching techniques, root solving procedures, and numerical integration. EXTENSIVE computer time commitment required. Previous programming experience is recommended. Students should not take both MCS 140 and MCS 141.
Credits	3
Online/Virtual options available

Course Highlights
Course Code	ENG 126
Course Title	ENG 126 Advanced Professional & Technical Composition Class Description Advanced Technical Composition is a transferable advanced technical writing course for anyone interested in refining their professional and workplace writing skills. The course focuses on developing advanced research skills and incorporating multiple sources into research-based projects. Students will learn how technical writers use document design strategies based on rhetorical principles to respond to a variety of communication challenges. Writing concisely, precisely, and clearly for a variety of purposes and audiences will be emphasized. Students are encouraged to develop projects that reflect their professional interests.
Credits	3
Online/Virtual options available

Course Highlights
Course Code	ECO 221
Course Title	ECO 221 Principles of Macroeconomics Class Description This course analyzes the national economy by measuring and tracking the changes in key economic variables such as GDP and the economic growth rate, the unemployment rate, and the inflation rate. Principal macroeconomic issues will be explored and discussed from diverse economic models and will include a discussion on the use and effectiveness of fiscal and monetary policies as well as the causes and consequences of recessions and expansions on the national economy.
Credits	3
Credit for prior learning available
Online/Virtual options available

Course Highlights
Course Code	HUM 141
Course Title	HUM 141 World Humanities of 20/21 Century Class Description This is an interdisciplinary and multicultural course which introduces students to the visual art, architecture, literature, philosophy/religion/myth, music, dance, and history of various non-Western cultures through selected works and a comparative examination of their values, motifs and aesthetics with those of Western cultural expression during the 20th and 21st centuries.
Credits	3
Global citizenship
Online/Virtual options available

Course options: Students can choose other Social and Behavioral Science courses instead of ECO 221. Students can also choose other Humanities or Fine Arts courses instead of HUM 141.

Course Code	Course Title	Credits	Course Highlights
MTH 246	MTH 246 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III Class Description This course is a continuation of MTH 146. Topics include vectors in two and three dimensions, vector operations, lines and planes in space, vector functions, functions of more than one variable, partial derivatives, directional derivatives, gradients, and multiple integrals. Solid analytic geometry topics include quadric surfaces, cylindrical and spherical coordinates and curves in 3-space. Vector calculus topics include vector fields, line integrals, surface integrals, curl and divergence, Green’s Theorem, Stokes’ Theorem, and the Divergence Theorem. NOTE: A specific graphing calculator is required for this course.	5	Credit for prior learning available Dual credit options available Online/Virtual options available
MTH 227	MTH 227 Ordinary Differential Equations Class Description This is an introductory course that involves the solving of various ordinary linear and nonlinear differential equations of first and higher order and the solving of systems of differential equations. Methods include separation of variables, various substitution techniques, use of integrating factors, undetermined coefficients, and variation of parameters. Laplace transforms, infinite series, and selected numerical methods. Applications include simple harmonic motion, population growth and decay, cooling, L-R-C circuits, and mixing problems. Uniqueness and existence theorems are covered. It is intended for students of science, mathematics, and engineering that features modeling and graphical visualization as central themes. NOTE: Computer software and graphing calculators are integrated into the course where appropriate.	3	Credit for prior learning available Online/Virtual options available
PHY 123	PHY 123 Physics for Science and Engineering I Class Description This is the first course in a three semester sequence designed for students in engineering, physics, mathematics and chemistry. Fundamental concepts of mechanics are developed through lecture, demonstration and laboratory experience. NOTE: MTH 146 is strongly recommended as a corequisite for this course and is a prerequisite for PHY 124 if you are planning to enroll in Physics for Science and Engineering II.	5	Credit for prior learning available
CMM 121	CMM 121 Fundamentals of Speech Class Description For students interested in improving their oral communication competency. This course combines a theoretical basis with practical verbal and nonverbal skills to enhance public speaking effectiveness. Students learn how to develop, research, organize, adapt, deliver and critique messages.	3	Dual credit options available Online/Virtual options available

Course Highlights
Course Code	MTH 246
Course Title	MTH 246 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III Class Description This course is a continuation of MTH 146. Topics include vectors in two and three dimensions, vector operations, lines and planes in space, vector functions, functions of more than one variable, partial derivatives, directional derivatives, gradients, and multiple integrals. Solid analytic geometry topics include quadric surfaces, cylindrical and spherical coordinates and curves in 3-space. Vector calculus topics include vector fields, line integrals, surface integrals, curl and divergence, Green’s Theorem, Stokes’ Theorem, and the Divergence Theorem. NOTE: A specific graphing calculator is required for this course.
Credits	5
Credit for prior learning available
Dual credit options available
Online/Virtual options available

Course Highlights
Course Code	MTH 227
Course Title	MTH 227 Ordinary Differential Equations Class Description This is an introductory course that involves the solving of various ordinary linear and nonlinear differential equations of first and higher order and the solving of systems of differential equations. Methods include separation of variables, various substitution techniques, use of integrating factors, undetermined coefficients, and variation of parameters. Laplace transforms, infinite series, and selected numerical methods. Applications include simple harmonic motion, population growth and decay, cooling, L-R-C circuits, and mixing problems. Uniqueness and existence theorems are covered. It is intended for students of science, mathematics, and engineering that features modeling and graphical visualization as central themes. NOTE: Computer software and graphing calculators are integrated into the course where appropriate.
Credits	3
Credit for prior learning available
Online/Virtual options available

Course Highlights
Course Code	PHY 123
Course Title	PHY 123 Physics for Science and Engineering I Class Description This is the first course in a three semester sequence designed for students in engineering, physics, mathematics and chemistry. Fundamental concepts of mechanics are developed through lecture, demonstration and laboratory experience. NOTE: MTH 146 is strongly recommended as a corequisite for this course and is a prerequisite for PHY 124 if you are planning to enroll in Physics for Science and Engineering II.
Credits	5
Credit for prior learning available

Course Highlights
Course Code	CMM 121
Course Title	CMM 121 Fundamentals of Speech Class Description For students interested in improving their oral communication competency. This course combines a theoretical basis with practical verbal and nonverbal skills to enhance public speaking effectiveness. Students learn how to develop, research, organize, adapt, deliver and critique messages.
Credits	3
Dual credit options available
Online/Virtual options available

Course Code	Course Title	Credits	Course Highlights
MTH 225	MTH 225 Introduction to Linear Algebra Class Description This is a first course in vectors, matrices, vector spaces and linear transformations and includes a substantial proof component. Applications of topics to problems arising in engineering and business are included. The course may be taken concurrently with, but should not replace, a course in multivariable calculus. A student should expect to take a more complete linear algebra course at a baccalaureate transfer institution. Computer software will be integrated as appropriate.NOTE: A specific graphing calculator is required for this course. Contact the EMPS division office for more details.	3	Online/Virtual options available
BIO 120	BIO 120 Environmental Biology Class Description This course focuses on the relationships between humans and the environment. Topics include ecology, population biology, modification of our environment, resource use, land use planning, pollution, and energy. The goal is to better understand the biological and social problems that human use and misuse of the environment cause. Students may not receive credit for both BIO 120 and BIO 140. NOTE: Required, local field trips are scheduled during several (approximate1/2) of the lab periods. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from field sites. This course is recommended for non-science majors needing a one-semester lab science course.	4	Credit for prior learning available
PHY 124	PHY 124 Physics for Science and Engineering II Class Description This is the second course in a three semester sequence. Fundamental concepts of heat, electricity, and magnetism are developed.	5	Credit for prior learning available
PSC 124	PSC 124 International Relations Class Description This course is a survey of world politics designed to better understand current political issues and events at the international or global level. The course uses a multiple perspective analysis approach emphasizing the different levels of analysis and paradigms relevant to international politics. While introducing students to the traditional security concerns of states, it also seeks to emphasize the growing importance of nonstate actors and nonsecurity issues in global politics.	4	Online/Virtual options available

Course Highlights
Course Code	MTH 225
Course Title	MTH 225 Introduction to Linear Algebra Class Description This is a first course in vectors, matrices, vector spaces and linear transformations and includes a substantial proof component. Applications of topics to problems arising in engineering and business are included. The course may be taken concurrently with, but should not replace, a course in multivariable calculus. A student should expect to take a more complete linear algebra course at a baccalaureate transfer institution. Computer software will be integrated as appropriate.NOTE: A specific graphing calculator is required for this course. Contact the EMPS division office for more details.
Credits	3
Online/Virtual options available

Course Highlights
Course Code	BIO 120
Course Title	BIO 120 Environmental Biology Class Description This course focuses on the relationships between humans and the environment. Topics include ecology, population biology, modification of our environment, resource use, land use planning, pollution, and energy. The goal is to better understand the biological and social problems that human use and misuse of the environment cause. Students may not receive credit for both BIO 120 and BIO 140. NOTE: Required, local field trips are scheduled during several (approximate1/2) of the lab periods. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from field sites. This course is recommended for non-science majors needing a one-semester lab science course.
Credits	4
Credit for prior learning available

Course Highlights
Course Code	PHY 124
Course Title	PHY 124 Physics for Science and Engineering II Class Description This is the second course in a three semester sequence. Fundamental concepts of heat, electricity, and magnetism are developed.
Credits	5
Credit for prior learning available

Course Highlights
Course Code	PSC 124
Course Title	PSC 124 International Relations Class Description This course is a survey of world politics designed to better understand current political issues and events at the international or global level. The course uses a multiple perspective analysis approach emphasizing the different levels of analysis and paradigms relevant to international politics. While introducing students to the traditional security concerns of states, it also seeks to emphasize the growing importance of nonstate actors and nonsecurity issues in global politics.
Credits	4
Online/Virtual options available

Course options: Students can choose other Life Sciences courses instead of BIO 120. Students can also choose other Social and Behavioral Science courses instead of PSC 124.

Total Credit Hours

60

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- Complete mathematical proofs on your own.
- Find ways to apply what you’ve learned to new situations.
- See connections between different areas of math and science.
Before you register for classes, ask your CLC math advisor which courses to take first. The sequence of courses you take depends on your score on the CLC Math Placement Test.
Yes—well, most of them. Every course in this program is offered in an online format, except for our physics courses which must be taken in person. Attend class in the way that works best for your goals:
- Virtual Live: Learn remotely in real time. Take classes taught live via Zoom.
- Online: Have the flexibility to complete coursework without scheduled meetings while staying actively engaged in a fully online environment.
- In-person: Keep your degree on track with classes that meet face-to-face, providing you with opportunities to interact in-person with faculty and peers.
Your transfer degree prepares you to continue your education at a 4-year university while giving you a head start in the professional world today. Once you choose a transfer school and meet with an Academic Success Advisor, follow the college requirements for associate degrees that transfer.
With math as a career interest, you already have the drive to fully understand concepts and solve problems in applied contexts—characteristics sought by a wide range of employers. Your coursework at CLC further develops your skills. Experience an expansive blend of lectures, original research, guided work, group work, activities and practice. Meet with like-minded students, solve interesting problems and explore new topics through CLC's Math Club.
CLC partners with a select number of schools that offer guaranteed admission. Starting with a transfer degree is the smart start to your higher education. Take the lower-cost approach to learning from experienced professors with a smaller group of classmates.
The estimated cost of this program appears at the top of this web page, under the program title.

The cost is based on recommended pathway credit hours. It includes in-district tuition and fees, such as for books and materials. It does not factor in financial aid (grants, loans, scholarships) that you may receive.

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Program Length: 2 Years

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Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary

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Mathematicians

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Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

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Natural Sciences Managers

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Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

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Statistical Assistants

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Statisticians

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Semester 1 13 Credits

Semester 2 16 Credits

Semester 3 16 Credits

Semester 4 15 Credits

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