Overview

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Day-to-Day

• Address the relationships of quantities, magnitudes, and forms through the use of numbers and symbols.
• Disseminate research by writing reports, publishing papers, or presenting at professional conferences.
• Maintain knowledge in the field by reading professional journals, talking with other mathematicians, and attending professional conferences.
• Apply mathematical theories and techniques to the solution of practical problems in business, engineering, the sciences, or other fields.
• Conduct research to extend mathematical knowledge in traditional areas, such as algebra, geometry, probability, and logic.

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Mathematician

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Pathways to this Career

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Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

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Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

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Technology & Math

The primary activities of this group involve designing, developing, and implementing computer software and hardware systems, as well as using mathematical concepts to solve complex problems and analyze data.