Career Details

15-2021.00 - Mathematicians

Conduct research in fundamental mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields. Solve problems in various fields using mathematical methods.

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Bright Outlook

Career Details

Green Job

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Current Employment

3,500

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Forecasted Employment

4,200

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Change in Employment

700.0

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Change in Employment %

+21.4%

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Tasks

The tasks listed below can be performed to prepare you for a career in this field.

Core

Apply mathematical theories and techniques to the solution of practical problems in business, engineering, the sciences, or other fields.
Develop computational methods for solving problems that occur in areas of science and engineering or that come from applications in business or industry.
Maintain knowledge in the field by reading professional journals, talking with other mathematicians, and attending professional conferences.
Perform computations and apply methods of numerical analysis to data.
Develop mathematical or statistical models of phenomena to be used for analysis or for computational simulation.
Assemble sets of assumptions and explore the consequences of each set.
Address the relationships of quantities, magnitudes, and forms through the use of numbers and symbols.
Develop new principles and new relationships between existing mathematical principles to advance mathematical science.
Conduct research to extend mathematical knowledge in traditional areas, such as algebra, geometry, probability, and logic.
Disseminate research by writing reports, publishing papers, or presenting at professional conferences.

Supplemental

Design, analyze, and decipher encryption systems designed to transmit military, political, financial, or law-enforcement-related information in code.

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Knowledge

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Mathematics

English Language

Computers and Electronics

Education and Training

Engineering and Technology

Physics

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Tools

The tools listed below include machines, equipment, tools, and software that is useful for individuals who are interested in this career.

Computers

Calculating machines and accessories

Media storage devices

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Technology

The technologies listed below include machines, equipment, tools, and software that is useful for individuals who are interested in this career.

Content authoring and editing software

Industry specific software

Operating environment software

Development software

Data management and query software

Business function specific software

Information exchange software

Security and protection software

Network applications software

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Certifications

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Licensing

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Related Programs

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Brightpoint Community College

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Eastern Shore Community College

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Germanna Community College

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J Sargeant Reynolds Community College

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Associate of Science in Science

Associate of Science

The Science focused degree is for persons who plan to transfer. This program provides a vital education to prepare students for a future in any science field.

Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts - American Sign Language/Deaf Studies Major

Associate of Arts

The Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts lays the foundation for a Bachelor of Arts degree in art and art history, ASL-English Interpretation, communication, Deaf studies, English/literature, history, humanities, journalism, music, philosophy, pre-law, social sciences, speech-language pathology, religious studies, and world languages. The liberal arts promote a broad background of knowledge across the arts, humanities, languages, and social sciences to develop students' abilities in analytical and critical thinking, written and oral communication, and understanding global cultural awareness. The Liberal Arts degree is a two-year program designed for those students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a Bachelor of Arts degree. While the program is designed to provide transfer paths that will match the requirements of four-year colleges and universities, the requirements may differ. Therefore, students are strongly urged to work with their assigned advisor and to acquaint themselves with the requirements of the major department in the college or university to which they plan to transfer. This program requires intermediate proficiency (two years of coursework or its equivalent) in a language other than English.

Associate of Science in Science - Mathematics Major

Associate of Science

The Mathematics focused degree is for persons who plan to transfer. This program provides a vital education to prepare students for a future in any mathematics field.

Laurel Ridge Community College

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Mountain Gateway Community College

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Northern Virginia Community College

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General Studies, A.S.

Associate of Science

This program is a flexible associate degree. For students who plan to transfer, the degree can parallel the first two years of a four-year bachelor of science program if they choose courses that match the transfer institution's requirements. For those students who do not plan to transfer, the degree allows them to structure a program to suit their needs using accumulated credits from a variety of formal and experiential sources.

Liberal Arts, A.A.

Associate of Arts

This program is designed for individuals who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor of arts (B.A.).

Science, A.S.

Associate of Science

The curriculum is designed for individuals who are interested in a professional or scientific program and who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree with a major in one of the following fields: agriculture, biology, chemistry, pre-dentistry, forestry, geology, oceanography, pharmacy, physics, physical therapy, pre-medicine, science education, or mathematics.

Science: Mathematics Specialization, A.S.

Associate of Science

The curriculum is designed for individuals who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree. This curriculum is designed to prepare students to major in one of the following fields: mathematics, mathematics education, statistics, operations research, applied mathematics, or computer science.

Southside Virginia Community College

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Tidewater Community College

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Virginia Peninsula Community College

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Virginia Western Community College

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Wytheville Community College

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