Math Course Descriptions

Mathematics Department 
Updated for 09-10

Emphasis is on linear concepts and skills development, application of these skills, and development of analytical thinking in problem solving situations.  Major topics include: real numbers, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphs and functions, systems of linear equations and inequalities, polynomials, and factoring.

The emphasis of this course will be on linear concepts.  Major algebraic topics covered are simplifying and evaluating algebraic expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphs and functions, systems of linear equations, polynomials and factoring.  A review of math operations will occur at the start of this course.

A challenging and rigorous study of geometric concepts and principles.  Students will explore varied techniques of geometric proof and logic.  Topics covered in depth include parallel lines and planes, congruency, quadrilaterals, similarity, inequalities in geometry, right triangles, circle relationships, area and volume.

Prerequisite:  One credit in Algebra I-Honors with a B- or better, or one credit in Algebra I-Accelerated with an A or better or Department approval.

This course is designed to help the student's spatial visualization while building his/her knowledge of the relationships among geometric elements.  Topics covered include basics of geometry, applications, reasoning, parallel and perpendicular lines, triangles, Pythagorean Theorem, polygons, congruency, similarity, right triangles and trigonometric ratios, circles, and area.

Pre-requisite:  One credit in Algebra I-Standard or Department approval.

This course is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive foundation of pre-college algebra; the course will lead the student to an understanding of algebra as a field of numbers, real and complex.  Development of comprehensive solutions to analytical problems will provide the student with the opportunity to develop and apply knowledge of mathematics to both practical and theoretical situations.  Some topics covered are  quadratic equations and inequalities, quadratic functions, polynomial equations and functions, sequences and series, radicals and irrational numbers, and exponents.  A  TI-83/84 or Plus graphing calculator is required for this course.

Pre-requisite:  One credit in Geometry (Geometry-Honors may be taken concurrently with Algebra II-Honors) and one credit in Algebra I-Honors with a B- or better or one credit in Algebra I-Accelerated with an A or Department approval.

This course is intended to further extend linear algebra concepts with emphasis on   developing quadratic and higher degree concepts.  Problem solving with various applications will be explored throughout the course.  Some topics covered include quadratic equations and inequalities, quadratic functions, polynomials and polynomial functions, rational equations and functions, radicals, rational exponents, and complex numbers.  A TI-83/84 or Plus graphing calculator is required for this course.

Pre-requisite:  One credit in Geometry and one credit in Algebra I-Accelerated with a C- or better or one credit in Algebra I-Standard with an A average and Department approval.

This course involves an in-depth review of the topics covered in Algebra I and a concentrated approach to the skills and concepts of Algebra II.  Emphasis is on the study of functions, rational expressions, radicals, quadratic equations, and problem solving.  A TI-83/84 or Plus graphing calculator is required for this course.

Pre-requisite:  One credit in Algebra I-Standard and one credit in Geometry-Standard, or Department approval.

This course provides a strong foundation of precalculus concepts, techniques, and applications, to prepare students for advanced work in college level mathematics.  The topics studied include: polynomial, power, and rational functions; exponential, logistic and logarithmic functions; trigonometric functions; analytic trigonometry; sequences; combinatorics; and probability.  Students will use graphing calculators and/or the computer as tools to facilitate learning.  A TI-83/84 or Plus graphing calculator is required for this course.

Pre-requisite:  One credit in Algebra II-Honors with a B- or better, or department approval.

The topics studied include: polynomial and rational function, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, sequences, combinatorics (counting techniques), and probability.  Students will use graphing calculators and/or the computer as tools to facilitate learning.  A TI-83/84 or Plus graphing calculator is required for this course.

Pre-requisite:  One credit in Algebra II-Honors, or one credit in Algebra II-Accelerated with C- or better.

This course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to further reinforce his or her algebraic and geometric skills, provide an introduction to trigonometry, and probability and statistics.  Topics covered include radicals, quadratics, rational expressions, equations and graphs, trigonometric functions of the right triangle and of the general angle, fundamental counting principal, and permutations and combinations.  Problem solving is emphasized through the course.  A TI-83/84 or Plus calculator is required for this course.  Prep for SAT/ACT during the first quarter is incorporated. 

Pre-requisite:  One credit in Algebra II-Accelerated with Department approval, or one credit in Algebra II-Standard with B or better or Department approval.

This course enables students to earn college credit and/or advanced placement in calculus. The content areas include: limits, derivative of a function and applications, indefinite and definite integral and applications, slope fields, Euler's formula, transcendental functions and methods of differentiation and integration.  Each student is required to have a TI-83/84 or Plus graphing calculator for this course.  All students are required to take the Advanced Placement Exam in Calculus.

Pre-requisite:  One credit in Precalculus -Honors with a B- or better and Department approval.

This course enables students the opportunity to do rigorous college level work in calculus and analytical geometry.  The content areas include: limits, derivative of a function and applications, indefinite and definite integral and applications, slope fields, Euler's formula, transcendental functions and methods of differentiation and integration.  Each student is required to have a TI-83/84 or Plus graphing calculator for this course.  The Advanced Placement Exam is not required but may be taken with department approval.

Pre-requisite:  One credit in Precalculus-Honors with a C or better or one credit in Precalculus-Accelerated with a B+ or Department approval.

This course is intended to prepare the student for a college level course in statistics, a required course for many fields of study including education, social sciences, physical sciences, business and engineering.  The course covers data collection, statistical methods, correlation and regression, combinations, permutations, probability distributions and models, and statistical inference.  A TI-83/84 or Plus graphing calculator is required for this course.

Pre-requisite:  Completion of Algebra II-Accelerated with C- average or better, teacher recommendation and department approval.