For more information, visit the Dallas College Mathematics webpage and your academic advisor at your campus.
Studying mathematics develops such skills as arguing logically and rigorously, thinking abstractly, formulating, and solving problems, analyzing data, and creating and analyzing mathematical models. The guided pathway in Mathematics will provide a foundation for you to move on toward a baccalaureate degree. An Associate of Science (A.S.) degree with courses in this pathway prepares you to transfer to a university to earn a bachelor's degree that will prepare you for jobs in statistics, actuarial sciences, mathematical modeling, cryptography, and mathematics education, as well as prepare you for graduate school leading to a research career in engineering, mathematics or statistics.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Mathematics. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an A.S. degree, which will increase your chances of transfer to bachelor's level programs. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. Courses that complete the degree are noted below. See catalog for official degree requirements.
Visit www.dcccd.edu/transfer and select “Transfer from Dallas College," to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your academic advisor to choose courses that will help you to transfer to a specific university.
Catalog Year 2021-2022 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official program of study. See catalog for official degree requirements.
DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
PATHWAY REQUIREMENTS
The following are prerequisites courses for MATH 2413.
MATH 1314
MATH 1316
MATH 2412
Total Hours: 10
SEMESTER 1
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher.
HIST 1301 – United States History I This is a Core course.
MATH 2413 – Calculus I This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher. Prerequisites of MATH 1314, MATH 1316, MATH 2412, prior to enrolling in the course.
PHED 1164 – Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness* This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication* This is a Core course.
- SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking* This is a Core course. OR
- SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication This is a Core course.
*There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list. Elective courses should be selected according to the intended university to which you will transfer.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your advisor to confirm your academic and career goals by the end of the semester.
- Ask about your options for transferring to pursue the bachelor's degree, to major in Math.
- Meet with a career advisor/coach to research your career options with a Math degree.
Total Hours: 14
SEMESTER 2
ENGL 1302 – Composition II This is a Core course.
MATH 2414 – Calculus II
PHYS 2425 – University Physics I This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- HIST 1302 – United States History II* This is a Core course. OR
- HIST 2301 – Texas History* This is a Core course.
*There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list. Elective courses should be selected according to the intended university to which you will transfer.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your advisor to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career pathway and program of study.
- Begin researching universities where you would want to major in Mathematics.
Total Hours: 14
SEMESTER 3
GOVT 2305 – Federal Government This is a Core course.
MATH 2415 – Calculus III
CHOOSE ONE:
- PHYS 2426 – University Physics II* This is a Core course.
- BIOL 1406 – Biology for Science Majors I* This is a Core course. OR
- CHEM 1411 – General Chemistry I* This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- ENGL 2326 – American Literature* This is a Core course.
- ENGL 2331 – World Literature* This is a Core course. OR
- PHIL 1301 – Introduction to Philosophy* This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- ECON 2301 – Principles of Macroeconomics* This is a Core course.
- PSYC 2301 – General Psychology* This is a Core course. OR
- SOCI 1301 – Introduction to Sociology* This is a Core course.
*There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list. Elective courses should be selected according to the intended university to which you will transfer.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Begin applying to your top choice universities.
- Begin applying for Financial Aid and Scholarships. You can start the FAFSA in October for the next academic year. (i.e., in October 2021, you can complete the FAFSA if you plan to register for classes at a university Fall 2022)
- Check with your advisor for important deadlines and dates.
Total Hours: 17
SEMESTER 4
GOVT 2306 – Texas Government This is a Core course.
CREATIVE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
MATH 2318 – Linear Algebra
MATH 2320 – Differential Equations
COSC 1436 – Programming Fundamentals I
*There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list. Elective courses should be selected according to the intended university to which you will transfer.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your advisor to apply for the Associate of Science.
- Sign up for commencement.
- Request final transcripts to be sent to the college or university to where you will transfer.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 16
PATHWAY TOTAL: 61 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS