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Erik Pachas

Professor: Mathematics


epachasAT_mtsac.edu


Erik Pachas

My name is Erik Pachas and I am a professor in the Mathematics and Computer Science department.


Hello Mountie Math Students!


I am so excited that you have decided to take Calculus and Analytic Geometry with Support ! Your success is important to me, so to help prepare you for the next part of your educational journey, I would like to share some information with you about my courses and classroom environments.


Click on one of my classes below to explore the structure and goals of each class.

    • Math 180 + Math 18A Summer 2023

      Online Class Search:
      ** This class will display a Building/Room number and a Meeting Time in the online class search, to indicate an in-person, on-campus class.


      Prerequisites: Math 160 or Appropriate Placement


      Class Structure:
      This is a corequisite class, which means there is an extra 2 unit portion designed to give extra support in various aspects of the class. We will be using Canvas courses for both Math 180 and Math 18A.
      My class will be conducted on-campus, in a traditional classroom setting. All exams will be in the form of on-Campus traditional exams.


      A physical or digital copy of the textbook , MATH 180/181: Calculus, Early Transcendentals, 8th Ed., by Stewart, is required. Free access to MapleCalculator, Desmos and SageMath is also required. Homework assignments will be in the form of computer projects, worksheets, textbook problems, and groupwork. Homework assignments will generally be due on Thursdays.


      Required Materials:

      Writing Utensils (Strongly Recommended)

      Paper (Printer or Lined) (Strongly Recommended)

      Scanner or Free Scanning App


      Helpful Foundational Skills:
      Factoring
      Rationalizing with Conjugates
      Trigonometric Quantities
      Trigonometric Identities
      Graphing Basic Functions
      Properties of Logarithms
      Properties of Exponents

Our classroom environment will be one that supports your diverse perspectives and honors your identities. Names are very personal and very powerful. The name by which we choose to be called represents who we are. I recognize that calling students by their preferred name is crucial to ensuring that the classroom environment (whether in person or online) is a safe and inclusive space for learning. If you have a preferred first name that you would like me to use, or would like to share your pronouns with me, please feel free to let me know!


I would also like to take a moment to acknowledge that Mt. SAC is geographically situated on the traditional lands of the native, indigenous peoples whose land was taken from them. I ask you to join me in acknowledging their community, their elders both past and present, as well as future generations. May we strive to honor the land and the people who have stewarded it throughout the generations.


Please make sure to log in to your Canvas courses daily to keep up with all announcements, materials, and due dates. Canvas can be accessed through your Mt. SAC portal or at https://mtsac.instructure.com.


My office hours are TBD and will be held on-campus and via Zoom sessions. You are welcome to contact me for appointment availability. I look forward to working with everyone, and please feel free to email me if you have any questions.


The Math and Computer Science Department is committed to helping our students achieve their math educational goals. We want you to succeed and excel in transfer-level mathematics. We recognize your potential and are here to support you! Whether you are here to obtain a degree, complete transfer requirements, or simply expand your knowledge, we will strive to provide resources that you may need along your journey. Explore the resources below for more information on how our campus can help you achieve your educational goals.


** This information is subject to change, before the start of the term. Please contact me if you have any questions.