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Mathematics Department
Possible career opportunities
Mathematicians work in a variety of fields, among them: statistics, analysis, actuarial science, mathematical modeling, computer programming, cryptography, research, and education. More than two years of college study is usually required for these career options. A strong background in mathematics is also required for many careers in engineering, accounting and finance, business administration, risk management, and business forecasting, as well as for research in computer science, social science, and the physical sciences.
Skills for Student Success
Offered at no cost to students!
This program is for students who want to gain confidence before taking transfer-level math and English courses, learn essential math and English skills for college, discover growth mindset, explore college resources, and meet fellow students. Summer '22 courses now open!
Choose one of three tracks:
- Math Skills for the Stats Pathway
MATH 002NC-1000
Dates: 7/25/22 - 8/11/22
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: LC-206 - Math Skills for the Business and STEM Pathways
Math 003NC-0999
Dates: 7/25/22 - 8/11/22
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: LC-205 - English Skills for Success
ENGL 091NC- 0662
Dates: 7/25/22 - 8/11/22
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: H-113
New Support Classes and Placement
Starting in Fall, 2019, new placement rules are in effect so that all transfer-bound students have the right to go straight into a transfer-level Math course. Support classes are available to help students succeed at transfer level.
Degrees and certificates
Associate in science degree for transfer
- Mathematics program requirements (MATH)
- Mathematics catalog information
- Mathematics Department Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
Mathematics class schedules
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The DVC Mathematics Department teaches a wide range of classes from Arithmetic/Problem Solving through Differential Equations, in a variety of formats. A mathematics laboratory is open daily in the Learning Center where mathematics advisers are available to aid students.
Contact us
| Math Department | Chair: Julie Walters | 925-969-2668 | juliewalters@dvc.edu | MA 123 |
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925-969-2689 925-969-2688 |
dprapavessi@dvc.edu | MA-267 MA-267 |
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