Mathematics
Do you like to play with numbers or solve problems? Are you interested in teaching middle or high school mathematics? Pursuing a degree in mathematics at Central College might be the right choice for you. The skills gained by studying mathematics, such as problem-solving and the ability to reason with quantitative information and solve intricate problems opens the door to many careers. Central offers a flexible course schedule that allows students to gain teacher licensure, internship experience and study abroad experience. Graduates have gone on to become actuarial assistants, business analysts, middle and high school math teachers and computer programmers.
Internships
Looking for experience? An internship might be the answer. When it comes to future employment or entrance into graduate school, students with internship experience have a proven track record in a professional environment. In today’s competitive job market, proven experience is a priceless commodity. Past internships include:
Learn more about internships at Central.
Get more details from the course catalog! (Note: this is a PDF file)
Sophomore year
Junior year
Senior year
Facilities
The Vermeer Science Center recently went through a $20-million renovation and expansion that was completed in fall 2003. In addition to biology, chemistry, physics and natural science departments, the mathematics and computer science departments are located in Vermeer. The building contains 13 high-tech classrooms. Each contains a ceiling-mounted projector, computer with flat panel monitor, Wolfvision document camera, combination VCR/DVD player and a Ken-a-vision flex camera. Vermeer also contains several computer labs with new Dell computers with flat panel monitors and the most recent versions of math and science computer programs. Numerous science laboratories with state-of-the-art science equipment allow students to conduct their own research. Just inside the main entrance is an easy to use touchscreen kiosk with a building directory that can be searched by room or professor’s name. Central was awarded a silver Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) medal rating from the United States Green Building Council (USGBC), making the science center the first LEED-rated building in the state.
The computing science program is proud to offer a unique computing laboratory with an advanced networking lab which allows students to get hands-on computer networking experience. The laboratory includes an eight node, 16 processor cluster to support high performance, parallel computing activities. The laboratory also has other advanced technologies to support courses and independent studies.
Organizations
Want to know even more about majoring in mathematics at Central? The mathematics and computer science department maintains its own Web site with even more information.
Study Abroad
Students are encouraged to study abroad with one of Central’s eight international programs to enhance their development as global citizens, or with Central’s Chicago program and the Washington, D.C., program. Learn more about about Central’s study abroad programs.
