Course Descriptions
Fundamentals of Algebra A - (Grade 9) Year Course – 2 Credits
Fundamentals of Algebra A is a year long course for students needing additional mathematical skill development before enrolling in Algebra 1. Topics will include order of operations, number properties, operations with integers, exponents, simplifying expressions, evaluating expressions, and solving equations.
Fundamentals of Algebra B - (Grade 10) Year Course – 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Algebra A
Fundamentals of Algebra B is a year long course which is a continuation of Fundamentals of Algebra A. Topics include expressions, equations, powers, graphing, statistics, probability, right-triangle relationships, systems of equations, and other related topics. Students registering for Fundamentals of Algebra B should have a basic understanding of integers, expressions, and equations.
Algebra I - (Grades 8, 9, 10, 11, 12) Year Course – 2 Credits
Algebra I is the first course of the abstract math courses. It is designed for all students planning to take further high school math courses, or anyone planning further education beyond high school. A solid background in basic math skills is important for students planning to take Algebra I. The primary emphases of Algebra I are solving algebraic equations (1 and 2 variable and quadratics), using formulas and developing problem solving techniques. A successful student should receive the necessary background to take higher level math courses.
Geometry - (Grades 8, 9, 10, 11, 12) Year Course – 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Algebra I
This course is primarily a study of two and three dimensional Euclidean geometry and is considered to be a college prep course. Algebraic problem solving skills are applied to geometric concepts. Concepts of logic, mathematical properties, geometric postulates and theorems are introduced and used in geometric proofs. Applications of concepts such as similarity, area, volume, and basic trigonometry are covered. Coordinate geometry is introduced and transformational geometry may also be included.
Algebra II - (Grades 9, 10, 11, 12) Year Course – 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Algebra I and Pre or Corequisite: Geometry
Recommended
“C” or better in Algebra I
Algebra I structure and properties of real numbers are reviewed and extended. Problem-solving techniques continue to be developed and more applications are introduced. Algebra II is a foundation course for higher level mathematics. Mastery is necessary before proceeding to higher levels. Although Algebra I topics will be reviewed, students registering for Algebra II should have a solid Algebra I background.
Honors Algebra II - (Grades 9, 10, 11, 12) Year Course – 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Algebra Iand Pre or Corequisite: Geometry
Recommended “B+” or better in Algebra I
This Algebra II course is more rigorous, has more depth and contains more extensions of the material than the basic Algebra II course. Students who register for an accelerated course should be well prepared and motivated.
Pre-Calculus - (Grades 10, 11, 12) Year Course – 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Algebra II and Geometry
Recommended “C” or better in Algebra II
This course includes a review of algebra concepts with exponential and fractional work needed in upper level mathematics courses. Geometry and algebra are combined under the concept of analytical geometry and extensively dealt with, but the main thrust of the course work deals with trigonometry. Logarithms, vectors and matrices are also introduced. The content of the class is a basic pre-calculus course and can be applied as a review for college algebra.
Honors Pre-Calculus - (Grades 10, 11, 12) Year Course – 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Algebra II or Accelerated Algebra II and Geometry
Recommended “B+” or better in Algebra II
This course is more rigorous, has more depth and contains more extensions of the material than the basic Pre-Calculus course. Students who register for an Accelerated course should be well-prepared and motivated.
Probability/Statistics - (Grades 11, 12) Semester Course – 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Algebra II
Recommended “B” or better in Algebra II
Probability/Statistics is a math elective that will use the application of math and logical reasoning to enable students to interpret quantitative information in ways commonly used in technical and business situations.
Calculus - (Grades 11, 12) Year Course – 2 Credits
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus
Recommended “B” or better in Pre-Calculus
Calculus starts with a review of algebra and trigonometry. The concept of limit is introduced with emphasis on methods of finding limits. Limit is used to define differentiation. Techniques of differentiation follow, with applications. Limit is then used to introduce integration. Techniques of integration are studied. Applications of integration round out the course.
Class is Pass/Fail
Independent study in mathematics is for the student that has completed high school calculus and is looking to continue their studies in mathematics. You must have the recommendation of the math department to register for this class. An individual program of study will be designed at the beginning of the year. This program must be satisfactorily completed to pass the course.