College of the Redwoods
Associate in Arts in Mathematics for Transfer
CCC-501 Narrative Requirements
Criteria A. Appropriateness to Mission
1. Statement of Program Goals and Objectives
The goal of the Math Department in designing this Associate in Arts in Mathematics for Transfer is to
prepare students to transfer to a California State University in order to complete a baccalaureate
degree in mathematics. Such preparation includes the following objectives: students should be able to
read, write, and speak accurately about mathematical ideas and use correct mathematical notation;
students should possess technical competence including uses of calculus, linear systems, and/or
differential equations; students should be able to use technology to visualize functions, explore
mathematical concepts, and solve problems; students should be able to use numerical, graphical,
symbolic, and verbal representations to communicate with others in both written and oral form;
students should also possess a fundamental understanding of mathematics theory including
applications of calculus and linear systems, relations of algebraic systems and classical problems, and
roles of definitions, theorems, and proofs in algebra and analysis.
2. Catalog Description
A student may earn an Associate in Arts in Mathematics for Transfer pending CCCCO approval. The
Associate in Arts in Mathematics for Transfer is intended for students who plan to complete a
bachelor’s degree in Mathematics at a CSU campus. Students completing the Associate in Arts in
Mathematics for Transfer degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular
campus or major. This preparation includes the following student learning outcomes: 1) students
should be able to read, write, and speak accurately about mathematical ideas and use correct
mathematical notation; 2) students should possess technical competence including uses of calculus,
linear systems, and/or differential equations; 3) students should be able to use technology to visualize
functions, explore mathematical concepts, and solve problems; 4) students should be able to use
numerical, graphical, symbolic, and verbal representations to communicate with others in both written
and oral form; 5) students should also possess a fundamental understanding of mathematics theory
including applications of calculus and linear systems, relations of algebraic systems and classical
problems, and roles of definitions, theorems, and proofs in algebra and analysis. Students transferring
to a CSU campus that does accept the Associate in Arts in Mathematics for Transfer will be required to
complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. To meet the requirements
for this degree the students must:
1. Complete a minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
2. Have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework.
While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors may require a higher GPA.
Please consult with a counselor for more information.
3. Complete a minimum of 18 semester units in the major coursework. All courses in the major
must be completed with a grade of C or better or a “P” if the course is taken on a “pass-no
pass” basis (title 5 § 55063).
4. Complete a minimum of 39 units in the California State University General Education-Breadth
pattern (CSU GE Breadth); OR 39-41 units in the Intersegmental General Education Transfer
Curriculum (IGETC) pattern.
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This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or
to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. In all cases, students should consult with a
counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.
3. Program Requirements
The following is required for all AA degrees for transfer:
Associate in Arts in Mathematics for Transfer
Total Units
Total Units Required for CSU GE or IGETC:
Major Requirements
Specific Courses (12.0 units from the following):
MATH 50A*
Differential Calculus
MATH 50B
Integral Calculus
MATH 50C
Multivariable Calculus
Additional Courses (Take one course from the following):
MATH 45
Linear Algebra
MATH 55
Differential Equations
Additional Courses (Take one course from the following):
MATH 4
MATLAB Programming
MATH 45
Linear Algebra
MATH 55
Differential Equations
UNITS
60.0
39.0-41.0
19.0-20.0
12.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
3.0
4.0
4.0
*Course with an asterisk can be double counted to General Education.
4. Background and Rationale
The College of the Redwoods Department of Mathematics reached consensus regarding the alignment
of its courses with the Associate in Arts in Mathematics for Transfer. The decision of which courses to
include was based on mathematics programs offered at California State University System campuses
and on courses available in the College of the Redwoods mathematics curriculum.
Criteria B. Need
5. Enrollment and Completer Projections NA
6. Place of Program in Curriculum/Similar Programs
The Associate in Arts in Mathematics for Transfer will be housed in the math department. The College
of the Redwoods also has an Associate in Liberal Arts in Mathematics degree within its math
department. Students may choose to take either degree. Upon completion of the Associate in Arts in
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Mathematics for Transfer the student will have a guaranteed track into the California State University
transfer in mathematics.
Criteria C. Curriculum Standards
13. NA
14. NA
Criteria D. Adequate Resources
15-17.
No additional resources will be required beyond the college’s regular expenditures in the areas of
library and learning resources, facilities and equipment, or additional financial support.
18. Faculty Qualifications and Availability
All faculty who will teach in this program meet the state mandated minimum requirements.
Criteria E. Compliance
19. Based on Model Curriculum
The Associate in Arts in Mathematics for Transfer is based on curriculum generated by Senate Bill
1440 compliant Transfer Model Curriculum.
20. Licensing or Accreditation Standards
No additional licensing or accreditation standards will be required for the Associate in Arts in
Mathematics for Transfer.
21. Student Selection and Fees
No separate selection process or additional fees will be required for the Associate in Arts in
Mathematics for Transfer.
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Mathematics Transfer Model Curriculum
CCC Major or Area of Emphasis: Mathematics
CSU Major or Majors: Mathematics
Total units: 18-23 (all units are semester units)
Rev. 5/23/2011
Template #2001
In the four columns on the right, enter the course identifier, course title and number of units of a course that is comparable
to the course indicated for the TMC (in the far left column). If the course may be double-counted, put an X in the GE
column.
The units indicated in the TMC are semester units – and they are minimum units. All courses must be CSU transferable.
Where there is an indicated C-ID descriptor, you are certifying that your course is comparable. Where no reference
descriptor is indicated, discipline faculty should compare the existing course to the sample course description(s) provided
in the TMC at http://www.c-id.net/degreereview.html and attach the appropriate report from ASSIST showing the required
transferability status (i.e., CSU transferable, general education, or major preparation at CSU).
Mathematics Transfer Model Curriculum
Course Title (units)
Required Core: 12-15 units from one of
the following options:
Option 1 (all of the following):
Calculus I (4-5)
Calculus II (4-5)
Calculus III (4-5)
or Option 2 (all of the following):
Single Variable Calculus Sequence (2
semester/3 quarters for ≥8 units)
Calculus III (4-5)
or Option 3:
Single Variable and Multivariable
Calculus Sequence (3 semester/4
quarters for ≥12 units)
List A: One course from the following:
Differential Equations (3-4)
Linear Algebra (3-4)
Introduction to Differential Equations
and Linear Algebra (minimum of 5)
List B: One course from the following:
Differential Equations or Linear Algebra if
not used above. (3-5)
Discrete Math (algebra based) (3)
Physics (articulated as preparation for the
physics major at a CSU) (4)
Mathematical Computing Systems (1)
Any computer programming course that
has articulation as major preparation for
the math major at a CSU. (3)
Proof (3)
Statistics (3)
Total Units for the Major:
C-ID (or TCSU)
Designation
Math 210 or 211
Math 220 or 221
Math 230
Associate in Science degree in
Mathematics for Transfer
College Name: College of the Redwoods
Program Requirements
Course ID Course Title
Units
Math 50A
Math 50B
Math 50C
Differential Calculus
Integral Calculus
Multivariable Calculus
4
4
4
Math 240
Math 250
Math 55
Math 45
Differential Equations
Linear Algebra
4
4
Math 240 or
Math 250
Math 55
Math 45
Differential Equations
Linear Algebra
4
4
Math 4
MATLAB Programming
3
GE
Math 900
Math 230
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Physics 205
Stat 120 (TCSU)
18 - 23
Total Units for the Major:
19-20
Total Units that may be double-counted:
Note: When selecting 4-5 unit courses for the Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer, keep in mind that
you may not require more than 60 units for the entire degree.
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If a C-ID descriptor has been finalized, it may be entered in this column. http://www.c-id.net/descriptors/view_final
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