Math Pathways
Math Pathways represent the relationship and sequencing of the math courses offered at NECC. A student's initial placement into a sequence of math courses is dependent upon their Math Assessment Test result, or their Final High School GPA of 2.7 or higher within 3 years of graduation beginning with Spring 2014 graduates and forward.
In addition students must also meet the reading proficiency required to take a college level math course. Individual programs require particular math courses and sequencing.
Consult with an academic advisor before selecting the math course sequences in your academic program.
Math Pathways are presented below in two formats as part of our efforts to provide clear and concise information. The first format is a chart of Math Pathways, and the second is an all-text version.
Developmental Math
Foundations of Math MAT020 cannot be used to satisfy a math elective requirement for graduation in any certificate or degree program, however it may be required depending on the results of your Math Placement.
Math Pathways
Math Pathways represent the relationship and sequencing of NECC math courses. Your initial placement into a sequence of math courses is dependent upon your Math Placement result. Individual programs require particular math courses and sequencing. Consult with an academic advisor before selecting the math course sequences in your academic program.
Grade C or better is required to advance in all Math Pathways.
Statistics can be taken in all four Math Pathways. Check with an academic advisor.
STEM Math Pathway
Applied Math MAT115, then Precalculus MAT145, then Calculus I MAT251, then either Calculus II MAT252 or Discrete Math MAT255; If Calculus II MAT252 then either Calculus III MAT253 or Differential Equations MAT254 or Linear Algebra MAT260.
STEM Programs include: Biology, Computer Science Transfer, Engineering Science, Engineering Science Technology Option, A.S. Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science.
Business & Education (2 sub-paths)
The Business sub-path starts with Precalculus for Business and Social Science MAT130 then Calculus for Business and Social Science MAT171.
The Early & Elementary Education sub-path starts with Mathematical Ideas 1 MAT118 then Mathematical Ideas 2 MAT119.
Liberal Arts Pathway
Either Statistics MAT125 or Quantitative Reasoning MAT122.
Health Pathway
Math for Careers in Health Science MAT114.
Updated: 2024-2025 Academic Catalog (Effective Fall 2024)