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MATH 251 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I

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(Also see Business 115)

Math Course Sequence Chart

The Transfer Math Sequence you choose will depend on your major and your transfer destination. See a counselor for more information.

Multiple measures, including high school transcripts, are now being used to help determine proper placement of students into Mathematics courses. Students transferring to College of San Mateo with credit in college Mathematics can use their transcripts to assist with placement.

Prerequisites are listed in the descriptions of Mathematics courses in the catalog and the web schedule.  Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses. Prerequisites may be met by showing proof of satisfactory completion of an equivalent course at a post-secondary institution.

Minimum Grade for Prerequisites

Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.

Course Description

Study of limits, continuity, the derivative, and its applications, and the definite integral.

Units: 5
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 80-90
  • Homework hours/semester: 160-180
Prerequisites: MATH 222 or Math 225 or appropriate score on the College Placement Test or other measures.
Corequisites: None
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area C1; Area E2b
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area B4), UC* (IGETC Area 2A)
C-ID: MATH 210