Mathematics Department

 

Entry Level Mathematics (ELM) Requirement
Math Placement Testing (MAPE) Information
Selecting Your First Math Class at Cal Poly

 

 

The links below have important information on the Entry Level Mathematics Requirement (ELM),
the Cal Poly Math Placement Exams (MAPE), and how to select your first mathematics course at Cal Poly.
Please print these information sheets for future reference.


  • ELM Information

    • The California State University (CSU) Entry Level Mathematics (ELM) Requirement states that all
    undergraduate students must demonstrate a basic understanding of arithmetic, beginning algebra,
    geometry, intermediate algebra, and data interpretation/statistics before enrolling in any
    baccalaureate level mathematics or statistics course. These topics are part of a three-year
    high school mathematics sequence.

    Visit the ELM website above for a list of exemptions and more information.

    You may register to take the test at Cal Poly at the Test Office on-line registration site, or use the link
    provided to register for the test at another CSU campus.

    Reference Materials:

     

  • MAPE Information

    • The Mathematics Placement Exams (MAPE) are diagnostic exams used by Cal Poly for students
    who have satisfied the ELM requirement. Not all students need to take the MAPE.
    Visit the MAPE website for information about the Precalculus MAPE and the Intermediate Algebra MAPE tests.

     

  • Mathematics Course Prerequisites

    • Mathematics course prerequisites for baccalaureate level courses.

     

  • Selecting Your First Math Course

    • Visit this page to find out about math courses required for your major,
    and the prerequisites you must have to enroll in these courses.

     

  • Math 100/Math 104 Home Page

    • This link contains information about Math 100, Beginning Algebra Review, and Math 104, Intermediate Algebra.
    It also provides current quarter information on when classes are offered, course syllabi, and an introduction to
    ALEKS (Assessment and LEarning in Knowledge Spaces), the software program used in these courses.