Mathematics
Description of Major
Mathematics is the study of quantitative relationships expressed in numbers and symbols.
Relevant Coursework
Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Computers, Differential
Equations, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Probability and
Statistics, Mathematical Logic, Discrete Mathematics
Current Outlook
Carthage is home to a chapter of Pi Mu Epsilon, the national honorary society is for those students who have displayed
superior academic achievement in mathematics. The society aims to
promote the development of mathematics and provides opportunities for
involvement in the mathematics community at both the local and national
level.
Since 1992, the mathematics department has published a math journal, Sine on the Dotted Line.
Why take Mathematics at Carthage?
THE CARTHAGE ADVANTAGE
The Carthage math major helps you acquire
methods of logical reasoning and deduction and to develop
problem-solving skills for a wide variety of applications. The major also
provides techniques for the description and analysis of physical and
social phenomena. Many Carthage math majors have presented research at regional and national conferences.
Math courses can be chosen to provide a foundation for graduate work,
to prepare for the teaching profession, or to prepare the student for a
career using problem-solving and analytical skills.
SALARY
The
national average starting salary for mathematics majors was $40,411 in
2002. Graduates pursuing actuarial positions earned an average of
$42,450. Starting salaries for underwriters averaged $34,857 and
consultants earned $46,250 on the national average.
What can I do with a major in Mathematics?
POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS
Please note that list includes careers requiring differing degrees of education and training.
- Engineer
- Professor, Mathematics
- Actuary
- Structural Analyst
- Computer Programmer
- Accountant
- Mathematician
- Financial Analyst
- Software Engineer
- Statistician
- Aerospace Mathematician
- Math Teacher
- Economist
- Market Research Analyst
- Underwriter
- Cost Estimator/Analyst
COMPANIES EMPLOYING CARTHAGE GRADUATES
- Accenture - Analyst
- All Saints Health Care - Computer Network Technician
- Data Dimensions - Program Analyst
- Primecast Inc. - Compensation Analyst
- Initiative Concepts - Program Analyst
- Kenosha Unified School District - Math Teacher
- Trustmark Insurance - Actuarial Assistant
- AON - Data Management Specialist
- Math
- Paper Science