Associate of Science - Transfer, Track 2 (PHST2AS)
This pathway is designed to meet Associate of Science Track 2 degree requirements with a concentration in Mathematics. Do you love analytical thinking? Do you love the fact that mathematics is a universal language? Want to spend your day problem-solving and working with others? If so, ...
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This pathway is designed to meet Associate of Science Track 2 degree requirements with a concentration in Mathematics.
Do you love analytical thinking? Do you love the fact that mathematics is a universal language? Want to spend your day problem-solving and working with others? If so, being a math major might be perfect for you. This pre-major pathway is designed to prepare you to transfer at the 3rd year level into mathematics or related programs at a four-year college or university.
In this program, you’ll learn how to use mathematical concepts to break down complicated problems into manageable pieces. You’ll build creative, exploratory, and lateral thinking in problem-solving as well as strong reasoning and analytical-thinking skills through math courses ranging from basic arithmetic to differential equations. Math skills are in high demand by today’s employers. A strong background in mathematics can prepare you for a variety of challenging career opportunities, such as:
Business
Data analytics
Economics
Education
Finance
Please note: many students interested in studying math pursue an Associate of Arts degree. Please see your advisor to determine the best degree for you and to create a personalized education plan.
This pathway is designed to meet Associate of Science Track 2 degree requirements with a concentration in Mathematics.
Do you love analytical thinking? Do you love the fact that mathematics is a universal language? Want to spend your day problem-solving and working with others? If so, being a math major might be perfect for you. This pre-major pathway is designed to prepare you to transfer at the 3rd year level into mathematics or related programs at a four-year college or university.
In this program, you’ll learn how to use mathematical concepts to break down complicated problems into manageable pieces. You’ll build creative, exploratory, and lateral thinking in problem-solving as well as strong reasoning and analytical-thinking skills through math courses ranging from basic arithmetic to differential equations. Math skills are in high demand by today’s employers. A strong background in mathematics can prepare you for a variety of challenging career opportunities, such as:
Business
Data analytics
Economics
Education
Finance
Please note: many students interested in studying math pursue an Associate of Arts degree. Please see your advisor to determine the best degree for you and to create a personalized education plan.
Step 1: Apply and register
at South Seattle College anytime (the application is always free). Once you become a student, register for classes using the
online class schedule
and go to the
academic calendar
for registration dates and tuition deadlines.
Step 2: See an advisor
to create a personalized educational plan by the end of your second quarter. Your plan will include prerequisites, graduation requirements,
and transfer preparation if you plan to transfer to another college or university to earn a bachelor's degree.
Sample Schedule and Quarterly To-Do List
90 Units
A sample schedule and quarterly to-do list are below.
The schedule and to-do list will help you explore courses and complete tasks on time. The guide assumes a fall
quarter start, but you can begin in any quarter and start at any placement level.
Note about the sample schedule: Classes are offered in
various formats
such as online (e-learning) and may not be offered each quarter. Click the button with arrows throughout the map to expand the section and view detailed information.
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Quarter 1
To-Do List
15
UNITS
To-Do List
Schedule an appointment with your advisor in Starfish to meet and discuss your goals.
The sequence Math& 141 and Math& 142 covers polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; related functional and algebraic topics; topics in analytic geometry; systems of equations; trig and inverse trig functions; right triangle and oblique triangle trig; polar coordinates; vectors; and related trig applications. Fulfills the QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
English 101 is a college-level writing course that emphasizes academic writing and major strategies of reading and writing analytically. Writing assignments focus on engaging with and responding to a variety of texts. Instruction encourages students to develop, through revision and reflection, as readers, writers, and critical thinkers.
An overview of computer program design and problem solving with a focus on problem analysis, program development, testing and debugging. Students will use functions, control structures, and data structures to develop a variety of increasingly complex programs to solve scientific and technical problems. Students will learn to document and test their solutions. Programming language may vary.
The sequence Math& 141 and Math& 142 covers polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; related functional and algebraic topics; topics in analytic geometry; systems of equations; trig and inverse trig functions; right triangle and oblique triangle trig; polar coordinates; vectors; and related trig applications.
Covers the concepts of production, consumption and distribution with emphasis on price determination, production costs and market structures. Application of economic reasoning to public issues and business.
General principles of modern programming, including how to design, implement, document, test and debug computer programs, using the Java programming language. Topics include objects, messages, expressions, statements, methods, classes, conditionals, iteration, arrays, and collections. Computer fee. Transfer class.
The sequence MATH&151, &152 and &163 covers limits, differential calculus and its applications, integral calculus and its applications, intro to differential equations, series including Taylor series, vector geometry in three dimensions, multivariable calculus, partial differentiation, double integrals in Cartesian and polar coordinates and applications. Fulfills QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
Intro to the macroeconomic measures in the economy: GDP, unemployment and inflation. Examines monetary and fiscal policies and their effects on the interest rate and inflation. Covers economic growth and business cycles.
Introduction to human communication as a context-specific and transactional process, including interpersonal, intercultural, small group, and mass communication. Covers verbal and nonverbal messages, listening, self-concept and perception, and the role of technology, society, culture, and power in communication both in-person and online.
Course ID 0831025 Units
CMST& 220:
Public Speaking
Covers the process of getting started with confidence; topic selection and research; and preparation and delivery of informative, persuasive, special occasion and other forms of presentations.
The sequence MATH&151, &152 and &163 covers limits, differential calculus and its applications, integral calculus and its applications, intro to differential equations, series including Taylor series, vector geometry in three dimensions, multivariable calculus, partial differentiation, double integrals in Cartesian and polar coordinates and applications. Fulfills QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
Development of the basic principles of classical mechanics--kinematics, Newton's laws and the conservation laws using calculus. Lab included. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
The sequence MATH&151, &152 and &163 covers limits, differential calculus and its applications, integral calculus and its applications, intro to differential equations, series including Taylor series, vector geometry in three dimensions, multivariable calculus, partial differentiation, double integrals in Cartesian and polar coordinates and applications. Fulfills QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
Covers Maxwell's classical laws of electricity and magnetism which developed from the study of the Laws of Coulomb, Ampere, Gauss and Faraday. Lab included. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Intro to linear algebra and its implications. Includes systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, inner product spaces, eigenvalue problems, and similarity transformations.
Course ID 0839675 Units
Quarter 6
To-Do List
15
UNITS
To-Do List
Check in with your university for transfer plan.
Order cap and gown for commencement and join alumni association.
Covers first order differential equations, second order differential equations, their applications, and Laplace transforms. Covers the elementary theory of differential equations and the interrelationship between pure mathematics and applied mathematics.
Continuation of MATH& 163. Includes vector-valued functions, vector fields, line and surface integrals and the theorems of Green, Gauss and Stokes, vector operators and the extension of the calculus to the vectors in 2-D and 3-D space.
Introduction to waves and oscillations and the study of sound, geometric and physical optics. Covers the dualistic particle-wave nature of microscopic phenomena as an intro to modern physics. Lab included. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
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FAFSA or the
WASFA 2024-25.
Need help paying for college?
To apply for financial aid, including grants and scholarships you don’t have to pay back, visit
South's Financial Aid Department for details.
Part-time and full-time students can qualify for financial aid funds.
A bachelor’s degree or higher degree may be required for some careers listed above. For current employment and wage estimates, please visit the following online resources and search for the relevant occupational term:
South Seattle College has direct transfer agreements with four-year institutions throughout Washington state, including University of Washington, Washington State University and Seattle University. Graduates from South have also transferred to out-of-state institutions.
Program and admissions requirements vary from college to college. Contact an advisor to create an educational plan tailored to transfer to the institution of your choice.
If you are already registered for classes or a returning student, please see your primary advisor to create an educational plan. If you need assistance getting connected to the appropriate advisor, visit the Advising Center website.
