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Mathematics

Welcome!

On this website you can learn about what the Math Department has to offer you at Las Positas College. 

Math Pathways based on Academic Goal

To achieve your goals efficiently and successfully, the Math Department has new pathways and support options.   Students are encouraged to enroll directly into a transfer-level course. Students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the many resources available to support them at LPC.   Click the box below to learn more about your educational goals and the math pathway right for you.

Liberal Arts Transfer Business/STEM Transfer  Associates Degree Auto/Welding Certificate

A.S.T. Mathematics Degree (for Transfer)

The Associate in Science Degree in Mathematics for Transfer is a degree intended for students transferring to the CSU system with a major in mathematics. To learn more about this degree, please consult the Las Positas College 2022-2023 Catalog or the Las Positas College Program Mapper.

Math Jam

Enroll in your LPC Math Class with Confidence!

Students are encouraged to enroll directly into a transfer-level course.  We have a math course and support options for every learner!  For information about what math courses we offer, please click here.

MATH JAM BOOTCAMP COURSES BEFORE THE SEMESTER STARTS

Award-winning, 1-week
tuition–free and materials provided!

WHY DO A MATH JAM?

Your last week of freedom before the semester starts is time well spent!! You will get individualized, 15 hours of math support on what you need to know prior to your first day of school, getting you ready for the 1st day!  During Math Jam you will review prerequisite material or get a head start on the materials covered in your math class, depending on your individual background and needs.

“I reviewed more in one week than I feel like I have in any other class…. I learned much more than I thought possible, and all in all, this was a great way to spend my time before the semester started.”

~ LPC student

Math Jam this August 2022 will be in-person!

Monday - Friday 8/8 - 8/12  9am - 3pm

FREE FOOD & MATERIALS!  

CONCURRENT SUPPORT COURSES DURING THE SEMESTER

NEW! Jam all semester long with
RECOMMENDED support during the semester.

WHY DO CONCURRENT SUPPORT?

You will get help from instructors and classmates on the most challenging parts of your math class, including homework problems and preparing for tests.  You will also learn math concepts and strategies in a course designed to streamline and improve your performance in your current math course.  There is no homework for this class.

“I LOVE THIS CLASS!!! They answer all my questions when I have them. Each professor is so helpful and informative. They always give you the best advice on how to do the problems. And I’m getting a B in my class because of it! Which is the highest math grade I’ve ever received.”

~ LPC student

Concurrent Support is offered HyFlex - choose each class to come in-person and/or virtual!

Frequently Asked Questions about Concurrent Support

Math Jam Las Positas College

What does the RESEARCH say?

LPC Math Jam students have ~10% higher success rate in their next math course compared students who did not attend Math Jam!

Concurrent Support WORKS. Statewide data shows that students are more likely to succeed with concurrent support.

  • Starting one remedial course below college statistics.
  • Enrolling directly into transfer-level course.
  • Enrolling directly in transfer level-course with concurrent support.

For more information, view here.

To register, view here.   

 

Different Learning Modes 

Are you anxious or nervous about passing algebra? We have numerous ways in which you can complete your math requirement and many different resources available to you for FREE to help you succeed in math! We offer algebra courses in a variety of different modes to meet your learning needs.

  • Traditional lecture mode where an instructor will guide you through the material..
  • We also offer self-accelerated courses where you can work at your own pace to complete a course in a semester in our guided, independent learning program called the Math Emporium.
  • Our courses are also offered in-person, online synchronously (live) and asynchronous (recorded), and even HyFlex (choose how to attend each day - in-person or online to help those who cannot make it to campus on a regular basis.

To see which mode is best for you, look at all of your choices by clicking on: Modes of Instruction.

 

Please direct comments and suggestions about the Mathematics Department Website to David Powers.

For more information please contact:

Math Department Coordinator

Howard Blumenfeld
  925.424.1342
  hblumenfeld@laspositascollege.edu

Math Support Coordinators

Kristy Woods
  925.424.1329
  kwoods@laspositascollege.edu

Michael Peterson
  925.424.1327
  mhpeterson@laspositascollege.edu

Math Club Advisor

Ashley McHale
  925.424.1351
  amchale@laspositascollege.edu

Math Dept. Webmaster

David Powers
  925.424.1357
  dpowers@laspositascollege.edu

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