Math on the Job - How you use Math at Work

Math Resources for Career and Technical Education focusing on how math is used by specific technical careers.  Additional Math resources for formulas, tutorials, money, financial literacy, math tools, history of math, and specific math disciplines are found on the
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How Math is Used on the Job

Algebra in the Real World - Videos
Careers with Maths Library
Exactly How is Math Used in Technology
Examining How Math is Used in the Workplace
Math in Careers Database - Math Needed on the Job
Math in Technology - Sample Problems
Math in the Workplace
Math in the Workplace - Sample Problems
Math Technology Integration
Mathematics and Elections
Mathematics Discoveries - NSF
Mathletics - Math in Sports
Measurement - How am I ever going to use this stuff
Plus Magazine - Practical Applications of Mathematics
Practical Uses of Math and Science
Real People - Math They Use on the Job Videos
Real People - Using Algebra on the Job - Videos
Math at Work Brochures
Why Must I learn Math

Applied Academics Lesson Plans

Applied Academic Problems in a Work Context
Applied Academics - Lessons linked to Math and Occupations
Applied Math Basics
Applied Mathematics - PBS Teachers
Mega Math -Math Activities
Practical and Applied Arts Curriculum and Lessons
Vocational and Career Lesson Plans


Using Math Every Day - Consumer Math

Career and Consumer Math
Consumer Products in Metric Sizes
Everyday Math
Everyday Uses of Math Lessons
Figuring a Tip
Loans - Amortization Schedule Activity
Math in Daily Life

Math Tutorials, Activities and Lessons for Specific Careers

Art, Design, Graphics, Math

Construction Math

• Art Director in the Movies - How They Use Math - video


• Artists - Math They Use


• Arts - Math in Creating Models for Movies - video


• Designers - Math They Use


• Artists - Math in Design Video

• Architects - Math They Use


• Boilermakers - Math They Use


• Carpenters - Math They Use


• Construction Laborers - Math They Use


• Construction Managers - Math They Use


• Cost Estimators - Math They Use


• Drafters - Math They Use


• Painters and Paperhangers - Math They Use


• Pipelayers and Pipe Fitters - Math They Use

Explore the World of Math and Art
Fashion Design - Patterns and Weaving Lesson Plan
Fibonacci Numbers
Fibonacci, Golden Section, Pascal's Triangle
Geometry in Art and Architecture
Golden Ratio and Fibonacci Sequence
Golden Ration and Fibonacci Numbers
Golden Section
Introduction to Symmetry
Mathematical Images
Phi - The Golden Number
The Fibonacci Numbers
Fibonacci Numbers and Nature
Unfold the Golden Rectangle
Wall Paper Patterns Lesson
    Additional Resources
    Art Careers and Resources

Tutorials

Area Equivalents - Converter
Basic Geometry Tutorial
Beams, Bending and Boundary Conditions
Board Foot Calculator
Board Foot Calculator
Builder's Calculators
Building Trades Calculator/Converter
Building with Triangles - Illuminations
Calculating Loads on Headers and Beams
Carpenters - Math They Use
Carpentry Formulas
Changing Decimal to a Fraction - Learning Object
Construction Tables and Calculators
Decimal Equivalents Chart
Decimal and Fraction Equivalents
Dictionary of Units
Drafting Geometric Construction
Engineering Basics - Math, Measurement,Drafting
Engineers Edge - Design, Specs, Materials, Calculators
Estimating Material for House - Lesson Plan
Fractions Tutorials - Spark Notes
How to Calculate Board Feet
Introduction to Angles
Learn About Length, Perimeter, Area and Volume
Length Equivalents
Lumber and Timber Calculators
Making Stairs
Math for the Construction Industry
Math Geometry Printouts
Math Resources & Links
Math to Build On - Construction Math
Measure It - Reading a Ruler Practice
Mechanics Math - Tutorials
Metric Measures - NIST for Kids
Metric Conversion Factors for Trades
Online Calculators for Woodworkers
Practical Geometry
Project Calculators
Read a Ruler
Reading a Ruler - Learning Object
Rise and Rafter Length Calculator
Rise and Run of Stairs
Ruler - Labeled Printable Ruler
Ruler - Labeled to 32nds
Scale Drawing - Architects in Action
Sheet Metal Gauges
Span Table for Rafters and Joists
Stair and Riser Calculations
Stairs - Building
Stairs - Calculating Rise and Run
Stairways - Laying Out
Wood Formulas
Units of Measurement - Learning Object
US Metric Association
    Additional Resources
    Carpentry and Construction Career Resources
    Plumbing/HVACR Careers
    Masonry Careers
    Painting, Finishing and Repair Careers

Agriculture and Horticulture Related Math

• Agricultural Workers - Math They Use


• Conservation Scientists and Foresters - Math They Use


• Forest and Logging Workers - Math They Use


• Forester - Math They They Use - Video


• Landscape Architects - Math They Use


• Landscape Architects and Math - Video

Calculations from the Farm Lesson Plan
Horticulture Conversion Tables and Formulas
    Additional Resources 
    Agriculture Careers
    Animal Science Careers 
    Careers in the Environment
    Horticulture and Landscaping Careers

Business and Finance Related Math

Tutorials

Basic Accrual Accounting - Learning Object
Integrating Math into Technology
Reconciling a Bank Statement - Learning Object
Take Care of Business - Lesson and Activities
    Additional Resources 
    Business  and Finanace Careers

Cosmetologists and Barbers

• Cosmetologists and Barbers - Math They Use

    Additional Resources 
    Cosmetology Careers

Computers and Information Technology

• Computer Programmers - Math They Use


• Computer software Engineers - Math They Use


• Computer Support Specialists - Math They Use

Tutorials

Digital Basics Learning Objects
Basic Computer Tutorials
Programming and Networking Tutorials
    Additional Resources
    Computer and ICT Careers

Hospitality, Tourism, and Culinary

• Chefs and Cooks Math They Use


• Chef Using Math in the Kitchen - Video


• Food and Beverage Workers - Math They Use


• Food Service Managers - Math They Use


• Travel Agents - Math They Use

Photography, Journalism, Broadcast Media

• Desktop Publishers - Math They Use


• News Reporters and Analysts - Math They Use


• Photographers - Math They Use


• TV and Film Camera Operators - Math They Use


• Writers and Editors - Math They Use

Tutorials

Cooking by Numbers
Culinary and Food Math
Culinary Math Worksheets
    Additional Resources
    Culinary Careers
    Hospitality and Tourism Careers

Tutorials

All About Film - Using Math to Understand Movies Lesson Plan
Geometry of Lenses - Lesson Plan
    Additional Resources
    Photography and Film Careers
    Broadcast Media and Journalism Careers

Engineering Math

Machining, Production and Manufacturing

• Engineering Technicians - Math They Use


• Civil Engineers - Math They Use


• Industrial Engineers - Math They Use


• Mechanical Engineers - Math They Use

• Assemblers and Fabricators - Math They Use


• Machinists - Math They Use


• Welders - Math They Use

Tutorials

Practical Trigonometry - Learning Object
    Additional Resources
    Machining Careers
    Manufacturing Careers
    Welding Careers

Tutorials

Applied Math Modules
Electrical Engineering Formulas
Electrical Math
Engineering Analysis
Engineering Basics Formulas
Engineering Metrology Toolbox
Formulas and Tutorials
Golden Gate Bridge Math Online Lesson
Greek Alphabet
How to Read a Caliper - Learning Object
Manufacturing Related Math
Math Applications for the Sciences
Math for Manufacturers - Ruler/Measuring Templates
Mathematical Functions
Martindale's Engineering Reference Center 
Solving Power Equations
    Additional Resources
    Engineering Careers and Resources

Performing Arts

• Drummer - How He Uses Math in Rhythm

Additional Resources
Performing Arts Careers

Security and Law

• Police and Detectives - Math They Use

Electrical and Electronics Math

Additional Resources
Security and Law Careers

• Electricians - Math They Use


• Electrical Engineers - Math They Use


• Electronic Repairers - Math They Use


• Maintenance and Repair Workers - Math They Use

Tutorials

Box Fill Calculations
Calculations of Resistors
Conversion Calculators Online
Diagram of Relationships of SI Units
Dictionary of Units
Engineers Edge - Design, Specs, Materials, Calculators
Electricity - Ohm's Law
Elements of Ac Electricity
Electrical Calculations and Formulas
Electrical Calculators - Electrician.com
Electricity and Magnetism Learning Modules
Electricity Units - Calculators 
Electricians.com - Calculators and Articles
Electronic Resources
Formulae for Electrical Engineers
Math to Build On
Ohm's Law Formulas and Unit Conversions
Useful Electrical Formulas
Wire Gauge Size Calculator
Wire Gauge Chart
.....Additional Resources
Electrical Careers
Engineering Careers
Careers in Electronics

Transportation Math

• Aerospace Engineers - Math They Use


• Aircraft Pilots - Math They Use


• Autobody Repairers - Math They Use


• Automotive Service Technicians Math They Use


• Car Designer - How They Use Math Video

Tutorials

Automotive Converters and Calculators
Automotive Formulas
Automotive Math Handouts
Automotive Math Worksheets
Automotive Mathematics Equations
Aviation Math and Science
Car Audio Math Calculators
Calculators - Technical
Collision Repair - Applied Academics - NATEF
Computing HP and Torque
Computing Compression Ratio
Engine Formula - 4-Stroke
Formula for Volume Efficiency and Displacement
Gear Ratios - Calculating
Gear Ratios - Wikipedia
Horsepower and Torque Calculators
Integrating Automotive Work and Math
Inovation Through Engineering - Wright Brothers
NATEF Applied Math Skills
Physics in the Automotive Industry
Physics of Racing
Physics of Racing
Shop Math Calculators - Classic Truck Shop
Using a Micrometer Worksheet - PDF
Vectors - Learn about Properies of
Vehicle Financing - Understanding
Volume Equations
    Additional Resources
    Transportation Careers
    Automotive Service Careers
    Automotive Body Repair Careers

Health and Medical Related Math

• Biomedical Engineers - Math They Use


• Dieticians and Nutritionists - Math They Use


• Licensed Practical Nurses - Math They Use


• Nursing Aides - Math They Use


• Personal and Homecare Aides - Math They Use


• Pharmacists - Math They Use


• Physical Therapists - Math They Use


• Recreational Therapists - Math They Use

Tutorials

Conversions in Nursing Math
Health Converters and Calculators
Math Conversions used in Nursing
Med Calc - Math for Nurses
Medical Calculators
Medication Math for the Nursing Student
Nursing Math - Delta College
Nursing Math - Dale's Place
Pediatric Pharmacology Math
Pharmacology Math
SI Units for Clinical Use - Health
Additional Resources
Careers in Health and Medicine

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