Mathematics
Email: math@mendocino.edu
- Typical online math class overview video
- Math 546 video
- Math 540 video
- Math 30 video
- Math 560 video
- Math 546/560 video
*These are general guidelines and may not address your specific circumstances. If you are planning to transfer to a CSU or UC or other 4-year school, your math requirement will generally depend on your transfer school and major. As always, we encourage you to meet with a counselor if you have any questions. Call 468-3048 for an appt. Mendocino College uses a multiple measures placement process to help you choose the math class that is best for you based on both your experience and your degree pathway. Here is the placement guide effective Fall 2022. Last Math Class Completed STEM Majors (Math Intensive) Non-STEM Majors (Liberal Arts & CTE) No record of algebra on high school or college transcripts OR only has coursework up to Algebra, Geometry, or Integrated Math I and/or II noted on transcripts. Non-credit support courses are available for pre-algebra and algebra concepts. Any GPA MTH 121 + MTH 33 Support for Trigonometry + MTH 542 Math Lab + MTH 30 Math Success Any GPA MTH 170, 178, or MTH 230 with the following: MTH 542 Math Lab AND MTH 30 Math Success OR MTH 220 with the following: MTH 32/532 Support for Statistics + MTH 542 + MTH 30 Algebra II, Integrated Math III Note: For those who have a grade less than a B in their previous math course, both MTH 540 Math Lab AND MTH 30 Math Success are strongly recommended. If enrolling in MTH 121, it is additionally recommended that students enroll in MTH 33 Support for Trigonometry. GPA ≥ 2.5 or an A/B in previous math class MTH 121 See note at left. GPA < 2.5 MTH 121 with the following: MTH 33 Support for Trigonometry + MTH 542 Math Lab + MTH 30 Math Success GPA ≥ 2.5 or an A/B in previous math class MTH 170, MTH 178, MTH 220, or MTH 230 See note at left GPA < 2.5 MTH 170, MTH 178, or MTH 230 with the following: MTH 542 AND MTH 30 OR MTH 220 with the following: MTH 32/532 Support for Statistics + MTH 542 + MTH 30 Trigonometry Note: For those who have a grade less than a B in their previous math course, both MTH 540 Math Lab AND MTH 30 Math Success are strongly recommended. GPA ≥ 2.5 MTH 200 See note at left. GPA < 2.5 MTH 200 with the following: MTh 542 AND MTH 30 Any GPA MTH 170, MTH 178, MTH 220, or MTH 230 See note at left. Precalculus/Math Analysis, or higher If you passed an AP exam with a score 3, you may be eligible for college credit. Please contact Admissions & Records for details. GPA ≥ 2.5 or Next course in the STEM sequence GPA < 2.5 Any GPA MTH 170, MTH 178, MTH 220, or MTH 230 Standard coursework depends upon the course of study, and is formalized into the following math pathways. Overview: Coursework in the pathways is as follows: STEM Pathway Non-STEM (Liberal Arts & CTE) Pathway Professor Roger Ahders Roger grew up in Cloverdale and attended Santa Rosa Junior College, graduating with an AA from SRJC. He went on to earn his BS in Mathematics from Sonoma State University and his MS in Mathematics from Oregon State University. Roger joined the faculty at Mendocino College in 1998. Roger says that the best part of his job is that wonderful moment when a student who previously had trouble with math, suddenly “Gets It!” He likes teaching his students “the strategies of the game” so they can successfully solve problems on their own. When he is not working, Roger enjoys hanging out with family, hiking, fishing, and other “outdoor stuff.” He is married and has two children. Professor Leslie Banta Leslie was raised in Ukiah and attended Mendocino College, graduating with an AA in Liberal Arts with highest honors. She went on to earn her BA in Mathematics from Sonoma State University, graduating with honors and distinction, and her Master of Science Degree from Dominican University of California. Leslie joined the faculty of Mendocino College in 2010. Prior to teaching at Mendocino College, she taught high school math, most recently at Redwood Academy of Ukiah. Leslie is a recipient of the Leila and Simon Peskoff Award, a national award that recognizes contributions to the education profession in the area of mathematics taught during the first two years of college. Her professional interests include math history, writing in math class, student equity, mentoring and professional development. Leslie is the campus rep for both the California Mathematics Council for Community Colleges (CMC3), where she serves as Treasurer, and the American Mathematical Association of Two Year College (AMATYC), where she is a Project ACCCESS Fellow (Cohort 9). Leslie is married and has two children, both of whom attended Mendocino College. Some of her personal interests are spending time with her family (including her dog), reading, scrapbooking, and wine tasting. She thinks there are few things better than time spent with grandchildren. Herself a recipient of Mendocino College Foundation scholarships when she was a student, Leslie, along with her mother, established the Les Gregg Family Scholarship, a perpetual scholarship that honors her late father. Professor Chantal Cimmiyotti Chantal Cimmiyotti was raised on the Mendocino Coast and attended UC Santa Barbara for her undergraduate and graduate education. Chantal has a BA in Mathematics-High School Teaching track, a Master’s in Education, and a California Single Subject Teaching Credential in Mathematics. After college she returned to the coast to teach and “give back” to her community. She taught at Fort Bragg High for seven years. Upon her engagement, she moved to Ukiah and taught full-time at Ukiah High School and part-time at Mendocino College for two years. She joined the full-time faculty at Mendocino College in Fall 2017. She looks forward to helping the diverse student population at Mendocino College. She loves seeing the growth of her students, whether it is an increase in content knowledge, in confidence, or in a reduction of anxiety when it comes to math. Chantal is a board member of California Mathematics Council for Community Colleges (CMC3) and was a fellow in the American Mathematical Association of Two Year College (AMATYC) Project ACCCESS program (Cohort 15). She enjoys traveling, playing board games (especially backgammon), and spending time with her daughter, husband, cat, and bunny. Professor Jason Edington Jason Edington is originally from Southern California where he worked as a pizza restaurant manager, a mechanic, a vacuum salesperson, and several other odd jobs during his non-traditional path to becoming an educator. After starting a family, he earned his High School Diploma at the age of 23. From there he attended Saddleback Community College where he found a much different experience than high school and a love for education! He earned his AA in Mathematics and went on to earn his BA and MA in Mathematics from CSU Fullerton. Jason came to Mendocino College in 2004. Since then, he has become very involved in the college and statewide academic matters. In the math department, Jason has designed or co-designed all of the online courses, and continues to work towards expanding the offering of these courses. His educational focus is on learning how to study, with an emphasis on how to read and study a math book. Jason has served a Co-Advisor for Phi Theta Kappa, the International Community College Honor Society, since his second semester at Mendocino. He is also very active on campus committees, including having served several years on Academic Senate. Jason was a member of Cohort 3 of Project ACCCESS (American Mathematical Association of Two Year Colleges) and has served as a Network Committee member. Jason is married and has two children, both of which have attended Mendocino College. In his spare time, he enjoys acting and directing local theatre, and spending time with his wife and children. His mathematical interests lie in Algebra and Number Theory. Professor Casey Terrill Casey grew up in Santa Rosa and went to the University of San Francisco for her BS. She then went to Washington State University where she earned her MS. As a graduate student, her research focus was on Couette flow simulations in molecular dynamics. She is a new addition to the faculty as of 2015. She especially looks forward to helping students who have "math-phobia" feel comfortable and successful in math class. In her downtime, Casey’s favorite thing to do is play with her yellow lab mix, Nala. She also enjoys spending time with her husband, going to conferences, and looking at dog pictures on the internet. Professor Chatnaree Upton Chatnaree Upton was born and raised in Bangkok, Thailand. She graduated from Chulalongkorn University with a Bachelor of Science majoring in Physics and Education. While she was an undergrad student, she worked as a physics and math private tutor. It has been her passion to teach and to help others understand and have that "aha" moment. After getting her degree, she got an opportunity to become a flight attendant for Japan Airlines. Although it was not what she was in school for, she could not pass the opportunity to travel the world and meet people from different cultures. "It was a great experience that had sharpened my personal perspective of life". After four years, she moved to the United States. She became a part-time physics and astronomy instructor at Mendocino College while working at Ukiah High School as the physics/mathematics/MESA teacher and STEM club advisor. She later earned a Master of Science in Mathematics from Emporia State University. She feels fortunate to have learned a wide range of topics in STEM-related fields and has had opportunities in participating in many STEM competitions over the years. Integrating mathematics and science is the passion that she wishes to continue sharing with her students. In addition to these full-time math instructors, we have several excellent adjunct (part-time) instructors. The following textbook list is for the Summer 2022 and Fall 2022. **Please note that most of the textbooks and calculators are avaliable for use in the library (on reserve) and many can be loaned out for the semester.** Course Textbook Calculator (The library and some programs might be able loan you a calculator for the semester as long as supplies last) Other MTH 30 No textbook required MTH 32/532 Covered with textbook for MTH 220 MTH 60 & 560 Elementary Algebra, Turner (w/ Access Code), XYZ Textbooks XYZ All-Access Pass (eBook and homeowrk access): ISBN # 978-1-936368-56-3 OR Paperback w/ All Access Pass ISBN # 978-1-63098-324-6 TI-30XIIS / TI-34 Low Cost Option: XYZ Access Passes are valid for one year and for any book in their collection. The Access Code is required. It comes with the All-Access Pass or a brand new textbook. The hardcover has been discontinuted: ISBN # 9781630980634 MTH 77 College Geometry: A Problem-Solving Approach, 2nd Edition; Musser et al (Pearson), ISBN # 9780131879690 MTH 79 Elementary Technical Mathematics, 12th Edition; Ewen, Dale (Cengage), ISBN # 9781337630580 Scientific Calculator (TI-30XIIS Recommended) Architectural Scale Ruler (Triangle Style) MTH 80 Intermediate Algebra (w/Access Code), Turner/Mckeague, XYZ Textbooks XYZ All-Access Pass (eBook and homework access) ISBN # 978-1-936368-56-3 OR Paperback w/ All Access Pass TI-89 / TI-89 Titanium for STEM Track students (Trig., PreCalc., Calc., etc) OR TI-83 or TI-84 for Non-STEM students such as those going on to MTH 220, 178, or 230. Low Cost Option: XYZ Access Passes are valid for one year and for any book in their collection. The Access Code is required. This is included with an All-Access Pass or a brand new textbook. The hardcover has been discontinued: ISBN # 9781630980504 MTH 121 Sections with Prof. R. Ahders: Alegebra and Trigonometry, Openstax, Abramson Sections with Prof. L. Banta: Trigonometry (w/ Access Code), McKeague, XYZ Textbooks XYZ All-access pass: ISBN # 978-1-936368-56-3 OR Paperback w/all-access pass: ISBN # 978-1-630982-69-0 TI-89 Sections w/ Prof. R. Ahders: OpenStax ofters the electronic version of their textbooks online for free. Sections w/ Prof. L. Banta: Low Cost Option: XYZ Access Passes are valid for one year and for any book in their collection. The Access Code is required. It comes with the All-Access Pass or a brand new textbook. MTH 178 Quantitative Literacy: Thinking Between the Lines, 3rd Edition; Crauder, Bruce, et. al., (Freeman), ISBN # 9781319050726 TI-84 or comparable phone app Course pack will be provided by the instructor on the first day of class. High school students in dual enrollment should check with their instuctor/school regrading textbooks. Pomo Pathways students should check with their instructor/program regarding textbooks. MTH 200 Summer: Knewton Alta Access Code, ISBN # 9781635452440. Embedded into Canvas: OpenStax Precalculus (free eBook). If desired, a physical copy can be purchased. Fall: Precalculus: Building Concepts and Connections (w/ Access Code), 2nd edition; Narasimhan, XYZ Textbooks XYZ All-Access Pass (eBook and homework access): ISBN # 978-1-936368-56-3 OR Paperback w/ All Access Pass ISBN # 978-1-63098-132-7 TI-89 / TI-89 Titanium Low Cost Option: XYZ Access Passes are valid for one year and for any book in their collection. The Access Code is required. It comes with the All-Access Pass or a brand new textbook. MTH 210 Calculus: Early Transcendentals, 9th Edition- Stewart, ISBN # 9781337613927 TI-89 / TI-89 Titanium Optional: Solutions Manual for Stewart Calculus: Early Transcendentals (Ch. 1-11), 9th Edition, ISBN # 978-0357022382 MTH 211 Calculus: Early Transcendentals, 9th Edition- Stewart, ISBN # 9781337613927 TI-89 / TI-89 Titanium Note: This is the same textbook as is used in MTH 210. Optional: Solutions Manual for Stewart Calculus: Early Transcendentals (Ch. 1-11), 9th Edition, ISBN # 978-0357022382 (this is the same as the one for MTH 210) MTH 212 Multivariable Calculus, 8th Edition, Stewart, ISBN # 9781305266643 OR Calculus: Early Transcendentals, 8th Edition- Stewart, ISBN # 9781285741550 TI-89 / TI-89 Titanium Optional: Student Solutions Manual, Chapters 10-17 for Stewart's Multivariable Calculus, 8th Edition, ISBN # 9781305271821 Note: Beginning in the Spring 2023 semester MTH 212 will use Calculus: Early Transcendentals, 9th Edition- Stewart, ISBN # 9781337613927 which will be what was used in MTH 210 & 211. MTH 214 Linear Algebra & Its Applications, Lay, 2015, ISBN # 978-0321982384 TI-89 / TI-89 Titanium MTH 215 Elementary Differential Equations with Boundary Value Problems, David E. Penney and Charles Henry Edwards, ISBN # 9780136006138 OR Elementary Differential Equations with Boundary Value Problems (Classic Version), 6th Edition, C. H. Edwards and David E. Penney, ISBN # 9780134995410 TI-89 / TI-89 Titanium MTH 220 Sections with J. Edington, C. Cimmiyotti, and C. Upton: The free eBook is integrated into Canvas. If you want a physical textbook you can get Introductory Statistics, OER, Illowsky, ISBN # 978-1938168208 Note: Sections w/ Prof. J. Edington will also need Knewton Alta Access Code, ISBN # 9781635452440. Sections with other instructors: Please check with your instructor. Sections with Prof. J. Edington, C. Cimmiyotti, and C. Upton: TI-83 / TI-84 OR comparable phone app OR use the free stats calculator applet linked within Canvas. Sections with other instructors: Please check with your instructor. High school students in dual enrollment should check with their instructor/school regrading textbooks and calculators. MTH 230 Calculus for Business & Economics, Banta, 2022-2023 version *Text will be available for pick up at the front desk of each of the centers and at the library on the Ukiah campus.* TI-83 / TI-84 Course pack will be made available to students. Instructor will contact students. MTH 540/542 - Math Lab No Textbook Required None MTH 541 - Math Institute No Textbook Required MTH 546 No Textbook Required TI-30XIIS / TI-34 Summer: Elementary Algebra, Turner (w/ Access Code), XYZ Textbooks XYZ All-Access Pass (eBook and homework access): ISBN # 978-1-936368-56-3 OR Paperback w/ All Access Pass Fall: XYZ All-Access Pass (eBook and homework access): ISBN # 978-1-936368-56-3 TI-30XIIS / TI-34 Low Cost Option: XYZ Access Passes are valid for one year and for any book in their collection. The Access Code is required. It comes with the All-Access Pass or a brand new textbook. The hardcover has been discontinuted: ISBN # 9781630980634 Mathematics is the language of science and is used to describe the real world as well as abstract concepts. It is the basis for all modern technological advances. The Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer into the CSU system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Mathematics or similar major. Priority admission with junior status to the CSU system will be granted. Students completing this degree are exempt from Mendocino College Institutional Requirements. Required Core Courses Choose a minimum of 7 units from below with at least 3 units from Group A. Choose remaining units (if needed) from Group B. Total Units: 22 - 23 Plus the general education requirements for a total of 60 units. Mendocino College provides multiple tutoring and support course options for you to take advantage of. Tutoring: Support Courses: Placement Info - Fall 2022 |
Placement Information
What Math Class Should I Enroll In?
Some information about the typical initial placement options effective Fall 2022:
Mendocino College Math Class Placement Process Guide
with a C or better
A/B in last math course completed
Next course in the STEM sequence with MTH 542 AND MTH 30
Notices Regarding Placement:
Pathway Information |
Math Pathway Information - Effective Fall 2022
Faculty |
Contact Info, Office Hours, and Biographies
Textbooks- Summer & Fall 2022 |
MTH 33
Covered with textbook for MTH 121
ISBN #: 978-1-63098-332-1
MTH 560
ISBN # 978-1-63098-324-6
Degree Requirements |
Math Associate in Science for Transfer Degree Requirements
Requirements
MTH 210
Calculus and Analystic Geometry I
5 units
MTH 211
Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
5 units
MTH 212
Calculus and Analytic Geometry III
5 units
Group A
MTH 214
Linear Algebra
4 units
MTH 215
Differential Equations
3 units
Group B
MTH 220
Statistics
4 units
PHY 220
Physics for Scientists and Engineers I
4 units
Tutoring/Supports |