Math Level 1
What does placing in Level 1 mean?
At this level, it is important to get a strong foundation and build your skills through COCC's Adult Basic Skills (ABS) program for future credit math courses. Learn more about your math level.
Which courses should I take?
In most cases, you will take Adult Basic Skills: Essentials of Math
An academic advisor will help you decide on courses during advising.
What might my math pathway look like?
I am pursuing a field such as Communications, Arts or Liberal Arts/ Liberal Studies
Your math path may be:
- ABS: Essentials of Math
- Math 15: Pre-algebra
- Math 98: Math Literacy II
- Math 105Z: Math in Society
...plus additional courses depending on your academic goals
I am pursuing a field such as Science, Chemistry, or Engineering
Your math path may be:
- ABS: Essentials of Math
- Math 15: Pre-algebra
- Math 60: Beginning Algebra I
- Math 95: Intermediate Algebra
- Math 111Z: College Algebra
...plus additional courses depending on your academic goals
I am pursuing a career and technical path in a field such as Medical Assisting, Automotive or Massage
Talk with an advisor during your Advising and Registration appointment to determine your math path based on your specific program. Check out this flowchart with several Career Technical Education pathways to get an idea of your possible math coursework.
Next Steps
Now that you've completed placement, it's time to continue your enrollment steps. Select your student type for your next step: