Skill #19: Mathematics
Applies mathematical skills to complete tasks as necessary
- performing basic calculations (e.g., percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, averages, measurement, conversions, monetary transactions)
- applying mathematical processes to accomplish job-specific tasks (e.g., estimating required supplies, completing expense reports)
- managing personal finance (e.g., understanding wage rates, paycheck deductions, taxes, sales receipts)
Featured Resource
Word Problems in Math Activity | Taking the Mystery out of Solving Word Problems Activity | Part of a Whole Activity | Dollars and Cents Activity | A Graph is Worth 1000 Words Activity
Resources from our Partners
Break-Even Formula: Determine Profitability of Your Business This resource provides formulas for determining break-even points and profits. | Calculating Payroll Deductions Students demonstrate use of payroll forms, deductions, and the method for calculating gross and net pay. Multiple resources are attached. | Construction Math Toolbox This site features lesson plans from the Construction Center of Excellence. | Invest in Yourself This lesson provides students the opportunity to learn about budgeting and personal financial management. | Math to Build On This resource operates under the assumption that the amount of mathematics required in construction and many other jobs should not be intimidating. | Statistics: Determining Mean, Range, Median, Mode, and Probability In this activity, students work as a team to design and execute appropriate illustrations to show the mean, range, median, and mode of the data they collect. | Unplug Your Curriculum This curriculum for teachers helps students learn mathematical fundamentals of computer science, from algorithms to binary systems and logic. | Using Mathematics to Solve Problems and Communicate Lessons at this site are focused on connecting mathematics to communication skills.
More to See, Think About, and Do
| Video: Solving Math Word Problems |
| Video: Math Lessons & Study Tips: How to Solve Word Problems |