An Associate of Science Degree with an emphasis in Mathematics is a great first step toward a career in research, education, statistics, operations research analysis, engineering, finance, business, actuarial sciences, data science, or general science.
Completion of an Associate of Science Degree with an emphasis in Math will provide a core foundation that corresponds with the requirements for a Bachelor's Degree from a four-year institution. Please see the Cisco College Course Catalog for detailed course information.
Prerequisites
Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Mathematics and High School Algebra I & II or be placed appropriately by TSI.
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Potential Career Paths
Many job options are available to people with mathematics knowledge and skills, depending on the educational level and experience, including:
- Accountant or Auditor - Accountants and auditors prepare and examine financial records. They ensure that financial records are accurate and that taxes are paid properly and on time. Accountants and auditors assess financial operations and work to help ensure that organizations run efficiently.
- Actuary - Actuaries analyze the financial costs of risk and uncertainty. They use mathematics, statistics, and financial theory to assess the risk of potential events, and they help businesses and clients develop policies that minimize the cost of that risk. Actuaries’ work is essential to the insurance industry.
- Appraiser - Appraisers and assessors of real estate provide a value estimate on land and buildings usually before they are sold, mortgaged, taxed, insured, or developed.
- Economist - Economists study the production and distribution of resources, goods, and services by collecting and analyzing data, researching trends, and evaluating economic issues.
- Financial Analysts - Financial analysts provide guidance to businesses and individuals making investment decisions. They assess the performance of stocks, bonds, and other types of investments.
- Personal Financial Advisor - Personal financial advisors provide advice on investments, insurance, mortgages, college savings, estate planning, taxes, and retirement to help individuals manage their finances.
- Financial Manager - Financial managers are responsible for the financial health of an organization. They produce financial reports, direct investment activities, and develop strategies and plans for the long-term financial goals of their organization.
- Insurance Underwriter - Insurance underwriters decide whether to provide insurance, and under what terms. They evaluate insurance applications and determine coverage amounts and premiums.
- Loan Officer - Loan officers evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of loan applications for people and businesses.
- Market Research Analyst - Market research analysts study market conditions to examine potential sales of a product or service. They help companies understand what products people want, who will buy them, and at what price.
- Operations Research Analyst - Operations research analysts use advanced mathematical and analytical methods to help organizations investigate complex issues, identify and solve problems, and make better decisions.
- Real Estate Brokers And Sales Agent - Real estate brokers and sales agents help clients buy, sell, and rent properties. Although brokers and agents do similar work, brokers are licensed to manage their own real estate businesses. Sales agents must work with a real estate broker.
- Securities, Commodities And Financial Services Sales Agent - Securities, commodities, and financial services sales agents connect buyers and sellers in financial markets. They sell securities to individuals, advise companies in search of investors, and conduct trades.
- Statistician - Statisticians analyze data and apply mathematical and statistical techniques to help solve real-world problems in business, engineering, healthcare, or other fields.
- Tax Examiner, Collector, or Revenue Agent - Tax examiners and collectors, and revenue agents determine how much is owed in taxes and collect tax from individuals and businesses on behalf of federal, state, and local governments. They review tax returns, conduct audits, identify taxes owed, and collect overdue tax payments.
- Teacher, Elementary School - Kindergarten and elementary school teachers instruct young students in basic subjects, such as math and reading, in order to prepare them for future schooling.
- Teacher, Postsecondary Math - Postsecondary teachers instruct courses pertaining to mathematical concepts, statistics, and actuarial science and to the application of original and standardized mathematical techniques in solving specific problems and situations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
- Teacher, Secondary School - High school teachers help prepare students for life after graduation. They teach academic lessons and various skills that students will need to attend college and to enter the job market.
Additional Career Resources:
https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/steam-careers-art-schools/
https://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/careers-in-stem/
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Salary Information
Links to the following websites are provided for your convenience and information and do not constitute official endorsement by Cisco College.
- The Bureau of Labor Statistics ‘Occupational Outlook Handbook’ can help you find career information on duties, education and training, pay, and outlook for hundreds of occupations.
- Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Career One Stop is a resource for career exploration, training, skill sets, wages & jobs.
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Developmental Courses
DMAT 0314 Co-requisite For College Algebra
A support course for MATH 1314; includes supplemental instruction, supervision of assignments for MATH 1314, and various instructional interventions as needed. Students taking this course must also be registered for MATH 1314 during the same term. This is a nontransferable course and will not count towards any degree. Three lecture hours per week.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Prerequisite: Test placement
DMAT 0332 Co-requisite For Contemporary MathematicsA support course for MATH 1332; includes supplemental instruction, supervision of assignments for MATH 1332, and various instructional interventions as needed. Students taking this course must also be registered for MATH 1332 during the same term. This is a nontransferable course and will not count towards any degree. Three lecture hours per week.
Credit: 3 semester hours
Prerequisite: Test placement
DMAT 0342 Co-requisite For Elementary StatisticsA support course for MATH 1342; includes supplemental instruction, supervision of assignments for MATH 1342, and various instructional interventions as needed. Students taking this course must also be registered for MATH 1342 during the same term. This is a nontransferable course and will not count towards any degree. Three lecture hours per week.
Credit: 3 semester hours
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Meet the Faculty
Carl Bray
Professor of Physics & Mathematics
Cisco Campus
Office # 2, Science Building
(254) 442-5186
carl.bray@cisco.edu
Beth Jackson
Mathematics Pathway Leader
Professor of Mathematics
Abilene Campus
Office #34
(325) 794-4468
beth.jackson@cisco.edu
David Jackson
Professor of Mathematics
Abilene Campus
Office #35
(325) 794-4471
david.jackson@cisco.edu
Robert Karlin
Professor of Mathematics
Abilene Campus
(325) 794-4571
robert.karlin@cisco.edu
Kyndall Kaska
Professor of Mathematics
Cisco Campus
(254) 442-5149
kyndall.kaska@cisco.edu
Roland Stroebel
Professor of Mathematics
Cisco Campus
Office # 6, Faculty Office Building
(254) 442-5165
roland.stroebel@cisco.edu