Skills You'll
Need - Mathematics
Careers involving mathematics center around analytical ability.
Being able to "recognize if the answers you found are reasonable
ones is a crucial skill," says Lake Michigan College math
instructor and program coordinator Mimi Elwell. "In math
there is a correct sequence of how to solve a problem. Students
need to recognize the orderliness of mathematics."
From basic algebraic equations and fractions to logarithms
and factoring polynomials, the ability to apply mathematical
knowledge is key. "Memorizing formulas and using your calculator
will be useless if you do not understand the process. Calculators
are a great tool, but a calculator cannot be used in lieu of
your mind working," says Mimi.
Additional skills needed include:
- Active reading and learning
- Inductive and deductive reasoning
- Computer program capabilities
Mathematics demands persistence in identifying, evaluating,
and solving problems. Along with the technical skills, oral
and written communication skills are also important.
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August 17, 2007
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