Math Pathways at MHCC
MHCC offers multiple math pathways based on your placement level and transfer goals. Always check the program page for your degree or program of interest to confirm which math courses are required.
Start Here: Choosing Your Math Path
Your math pathway depends on your academic and career goals:
- Planning to transfer in STEM, science, or pre-professional fields? → Calculus Track
- Planning to transfer in business, social sciences, or some health programs? → Statistics Track
- Planning to become an elementary school teacher? → Elementary Education Track
- Planning to pursue a BA or BFA (non-STEM field)? → BA/BFA Track
Not sure where to start? Meet with an advisor to choose the best path for your goals.
Your starting point will depend on your placement level, but all pathways are designed to help you reach your academic goals.
Statistics Track
This track is for students whose programs require statistics rather than calculus.
You may need this track if you plan to:
- Major in arts, humanities, or social sciences (e.g., psychology, sociology)
- Complete a business transfer degree
Always check your program requirements to confirm whether statistics is required.
Students can complete this pathway in one of two ways:
Statistics Track 1
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MTH058 | Quantitative Reasoning I | 6 |
| MTH098 | Quantitative Reasoning II | 4 |
| MTH105Z | Math in Society | 4 |
| STAT243Z | Elementary Statistics I | 4 |
Statistics Track 2
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MTH060 | Beginning Algebra I | 4 |
| MTH065 | Beginning Algebra II | 4 |
| MTH095 | Intermediate Algebra with Right Triangle Trigonometry | 5 |
| MTH111Z | Precalculus I: Functions | 4 |
| or MTH105Z | Math in Society | |
| STAT243Z | Elementary Statistics I | 4 |
Calculus Track
This track is for students planning to pursue fields that require calculus.
You may need this track if you plan to:
- Major in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) or computer science
- Enter pre-professional programs such as medicine, pharmacy, or veterinary medicine
- Study fields requiring advanced math, chemistry, biology, or physics
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MTH060 | Beginning Algebra I | 4 |
| MTH065 | Beginning Algebra II | 4 |
| MTH095 | Intermediate Algebra with Right Triangle Trigonometry | 5 |
| MTH111Z | Precalculus I: Functions | 4 |
| MTH112Z | Precalculus II: Trigonometry | 4 |
| MTH251Z | Differential Calculus | 4 |
Elementary Educator Track
This track is for students planning to become elementary school teachers (grades K-6).
This pathway focuses on mathematics concepts and teaching methods specific to elementary education.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MTH060 | Beginning Algebra I | 4 |
| MTH065 | Beginning Algebra II | 4 |
| MTH095 | Intermediate Algebra with Right Triangle Trigonometry | 5 |
| MTH211 | Fundamentals of Elementary Mathematics I | 4 |
| MTH212 | Fundamentals of Elementary Mathematics II | 4 |
| MTH213 | Fundamentals of Elementary Mathematics III | 4 |
Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Fine Arts Track
This track is for students pursuing non-STEM programs such as arts, humanities, or fine arts.
Most BA/BFA programs require one introductory college-level math course. Always check your program page to confirm specific requirements.
Students can complete this pathway in one of the following ways:
BA/BFA Track 1
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MTH058 | Quantitative Reasoning I | 6 |
| MTH098 | Quantitative Reasoning II | 4 |
| MTH105Z | Math in Society | 4 |
BA/BFA Track 2
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MTH060 | Beginning Algebra I | 4 |
| MTH065 | Beginning Algebra II | 4 |
| MTH095 | Intermediate Algebra with Right Triangle Trigonometry | 5 |
| MTH111Z | Precalculus I: Functions | 4 |
| or MTH105Z | Math in Society | |
Need Help Planning?
For help choosing your math pathway or planning your courses, meet with an academic advisor.