Engineering, Math & Sciences Pathway

Mathematics and science are critical areas for a rapidly changing, increasing competitive global economy and society. "To succeed in this new information-based and highly technological society, students need to develop their capabilities in STEM to levels much beyond what was considered acceptable in the past.” (National Science Foundation). Technology is pervasive in almost every aspect of daily life, and as the workplace changes, STEM knowledge and skills grow in importance for a variety of workers (not just for mathematicians and scientists).
There are several exciting work avenues to pursue: scientific research in laboratories or in the field, involvement in the planning and design of products and systems, and working as support for scientists, mathematicians, or engineers so they can do their work. All of the opportunities in Math & Sciences involve gathering and processing data to solve problems.
CCC Pathway Course Sequences
- Biology & Biomedical Sciences
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Dental Hygiene
- Engineering
- Exercise Science
- Forestry
- Geography
- Health Sciences
- Math
- Parks & Recreation Management
- Physics
University Transfer Guides & Careers and Median Salaries (*Arizona | **National)
Biology
Biology Transfer Guide
Possible Careers:
- Agricultural Inspector:
$34,080 | $44,140
- Biologist:
$73,980 | $77,550
- Compliance Officers and Inspectors:
$59,510 | $68,860
- Forensic Science Technician:
$56,480 | $58,230
- Natural Sciences Manager:
$93,240 | $123,860
- Park Naturalist:
$70,720 | $61,310
- Science Technician:
$44,160 | $46,170
Chemistry
Chemistry Transfer Guide
Possible Careers:
- Chemist:
$65,310 | $76,890
- Forensic Science Technician:
$56,480 | $58,230
- High School Teacher:
$46,940 | $60,320
- Natural Sciences Manager:
$93,240 | $123,860
- Science Technician:
$44,160 | $46,170
- University/College Teacher:
$49,340 | $79,550
Engineering
Engineering Transfer Guide
Possible Careers:
- Agricultural Engineer:
N/A | $77,110
- Architectural and Engineering Manager:
$119,210 | $140,760
- Chemical Engineer:
$100,090 | $104,910
- Civil Engineer:
$79,410 | $86,640
- Electrical and Electronics Engineer:
$88,890 | $96,640
- Energy Engineer:
$91,700 | $96,980
- Engineering Technician:
$50,620 | $63,200
- Geothermal Production Manager:
$92,700 | $103,380
- Industrial Engineer:
$94,170 | $87,040
- Mechanical Engineer:
$92,870 | $87,370
- Mining Engineer:
$83,780 | $92,250
Geology
Geology Transfer Guide
Possible Careers:
- Geologist and Geophysicist:
$69,900 | $91,130
- High School Teacher:
$46,940 | $60,320
- Natural Sciences Manager:
$93,240 | $123,860
- Surveyor:
$59,270 | $62,580
- University/College Teacher:
$49,340 | $80,350
Mathematics
Mathematics Transfer Guide
Possible Careers:
- Actuaries:
N/A | $102,880
- Cost Estimator:
$62,850 | $64,040
- Market Research Analyst:
$57,910 | $63,120
- Mathematician:
N/A | $101,900
- Natural Sciences Manager:
$93,240 | $123,860
- Operations Research Analyst:
$72,840 | $83,390
- Statistician:
$79,350 | $87,780
Physics
Physics, Physical Science, Astronomy Transfer Guide
Possible Careers:
- Astronomer:
$91,620 | $105,680
- Meteorologist:
$95,690 | $94,110
- Natural Sciences Manager:
$93,240 | $123,860
- Physicist:
$115,280 | $120,950
- University/College Teacher:
$49,340 | $90,800
*Arizona median salaries are obtained from the Arizona Career Information System (AZCIS). Navigate to the career choice by OCCUPATIONS (Hover)/Career Clusters/Titles Index/Desired Career.
**National median salaries are obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
Faculty & Student Testimonials
Math Faculty
Maxie Inigo
P: 928-226-4246
Office: Lone Tree - 448
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Jennifer Jameson
P: 928-226-4355
Office: Lone Tree - 456
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Kate Kozak
P: 928-226-4277
Office: Lone Tree - 447
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Maya Lanzetta
P: 928-226-4258
Office: Lone Tree - 432
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Cheryl Meilbeck
P: 928-226-4315
Office: Lone Tree - 424
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Madilyn Marshall
P: 928-226-4262
Office: Lone Tree - 425
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Marcus Szwankowski
P: 928-226-4321
Office: Lone Tree - 426
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Science Faculty
Doug Friedman
Microbiology
P: 928-226-4325
Office: Lone Tree - 417
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Tom Lehman
Biology
P: 928-226-4282
Office: Lone Tree - 525
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Melinda McKinney
Biology
P: 928-226-4273
Office: Lone Tree - 524
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Girija Prasad Dasmahapatra
Chemistry
P: 928-226-4322
Office: Lone Tree - 415
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Kelly Trainor
Biology
P: 928-226-4218
Office: Lone Tree - 414
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Kurt Yuengling
Geology
P: 928-226-4351
Office: Lone Tree - 521
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Maggie Kuhle
Science Lab Coordinator
P: 928-226-4293
Office: Lone Tree - 516
Student Testimonial

“I’m really thankful for CCC. It has been a growing experience. I’m a more knowledgeable father, more focused on my sons’ development … We’re all striving for a better life.” - Eli Secody, marketing and cultural advisor for Adventures Antelope Canyon in Page and CCC anthropology student

“I would really encourage (potential students) to look into their local community college. They have classes that are online. They have classes that are in the evenings, where you can take a class here and there just to see … if it’s really something you want to take to make that jump to.” - Richard Ramirez, medical student and CCC alum
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