Overview
From finance institutions and banks to airplane design and structural engineering, math is everywhere in our modern world. Mathematicians are employed across numerous job fields and organizations, from the U.S. Department of Defense to major automotive makers and insurance companies. Mathematicians find work in the public and private sectors.
Sheridan College’s Mathematics Associate of Science Program provides a strong foundation for advanced math studies, giving you the basis you need to be successful in any math-related field, like engineering, statistics, computer sciences, and math education.
As a math student at Sheridan College, you will have a variety of resources, including an innovative Math Lab, as well as expert faculty members, to help you earn your degree and transfer into a four-year program.
Why Sheridan College?
The Mathematics AS program at Sheridan College provides a strong foundation for advanced math studies, giving math majors the basis they need to transfer to a four-year degree program. Students have the option of studying only mathematics, combining mathematics with engineering or computer science, or preparing for a teaching career in mathematics.
Careers & Industry Outlook
Math degree graduates find work in an array of industries. Whether it’s telecommunications, engineering, computer science, education or another related field, mathematicians are in high demand across the region and country.
Industry Projections
- Overall employment in math occupations is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations from 2023 to 2033. About 37,100 openings are projected each year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- The Bureau of Labor Statistics states that the median annual wage for this group was $104,620 in May 2024.
Job Types
Mathematicians use advanced formulas to address and solve problems and analyze data. Earning Sheridan College’s broad degree in mathematics can help you transfer to a college or university and ultimately pursue a career like:
| Mathematician |
| Architect |
| Economist |
| Software Engineer |
| Computer Engineer |
| Attorney |
| Financial Advisor |
| Aerospace Engineer |
| Nuclear Engineer |
| Market Research Analyst |
| Computer Programmer |
| Stock Broker |
Curriculum & Outcomes
Associate of Science Degree
The Mathematics AS program provides a strong foundation for advanced math studies, giving math majors the basis they need to transfer to a four-year degree program. Students have the option of studying only mathematics, combining mathematics with engineering or computer science, or preparing for a teaching career in mathematics.
Program Outcomes
- Select the most effective mathematical strategy.
- Apply appropriate mathematical techniques to real-world and theoretical problems.
- Analyze data using appropriate mathematical methods.
- Incorporate technology into mathematical applications.
- Evaluate situations to make logical inferences and conclusions.
- Express mathematical ideas precisely both verbally and in writing.
Scholarships
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Financial Aid
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Faculty
Our mathematics faculty at Sheridan College will make sure you have the skills and understanding of mathematics principles to transfer with confidence into a bachelor’s degree program. Our award-winning faculty are experts in a variety of math-related fields, from calculus to economics. They will share with you their remarkable experiences and ensure you learn the fundamental aspects of math.
Sheridan College partners with regional universities, including the University of Wyoming, to ensure your credits will transfer into bachelor’s degree programs. At Sheridan College, we are committed to helping you succeed and reach your academic and professional goals.
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