Sherry Harris
Mathematics Instructor
C260
217-641-4532
SHarris@jwcc.edu
Sandy Jett
Mathematics Instructor
C261
217-641-4530
SJett@jwcc.edu
Jim Nichols
Interim Department Chair -
Mathematics Instructor
C262
217-641-4531
Nichols@jwcc.edu
Dave Rigsbee
Mathematics Instructor
C259
217-641-4533
DRigsbee@jwcc.edu
Mathematics
Mathematicians today are engaged in a wide variety of activities ranging
from the creation of new theories to the translation of scientific and
managerial problems into mathematical terms. Generally, there are two broad
classes of mathematical work: pure mathematics and applied mathematics. The
pure mathematicians advance science by developing new principles and new
relationships existing between principles of mathematics. Mathematicians in
applied work use mathematics to develop theories, techniques and approaches
to solve problems in natural and social science.
The JWCC program of study satisfies the demands and competence of both of
these areas by providing the student with a comprehensive course selection.
In addition, this curriculum provides the background needed to pursue
training in the high technology fields of computer science and engineering.
A mathematics major, combined with another major, can open career
opportunities in business and industry or areas within education.
Suggested Area of Concentration Courses
| MAT 113 College Algebra | 3 |
| MAT 114 Trigonometry | 3 |
| MAT 220 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | 4 |
| MAT 221 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | 4 |
| MAT 222 Analytic Geometry and Calculus III | 4 |
Use the suggestions above to complete the general suggested model for the AA/AS degree for a full-time student. The minimum total number of credit hours required for the AA or AS degree is 64.