| GENERAL MATH
Grade 9
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The course stresses Competency in fundamental arithmetic skills and their application in social and business arithmetic, homemaking and industrial crafts. |
| PRE-ALGEBRA
Grades 9-10
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This course reviews the basic operations (addition, subtraction,
multiplication and division) as applied to whole numbers, fractions and
decimals. An introduction to Algebra I follows with units on signed numbers,
first degree equations, polynomials and graphs.
Prerequisite: Recommendation of the junior high mathematics instructor. |
| ALGEBRA I
Grades 8-12
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Algebra I provides a broad introduction to simplifying rational and
irrational numbers, solving equations and inequalities, simplifying and
factoring polynomials, simplifying rational expressions, linear equations
and functions, and solving systems of linear equations. Problem solving
is emphasized. Students should be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide
whole numbers, decimals and fractions and understand the order of evaluation
before entering this course. A scientific calculator is required.
Prerequisites for 8th grade students:
Prerequisites for 9th grade students:
Prerequisite for 10th - 12th grade students:
Pre-Algebra
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| INTERMEDIATE
ALGEBRA Grades 9-12
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Intermediate Algebra continues the study of Algebra I concepts with
the use of a graphing calculator and computer software. New topics
include the study of matrices, complex numbers, and quadratic equations
and functions. Problem solving is emphasized. A Texas Instrument
TI-83 or TI-84 graphing calculator is required.
Prerequisite: Algebra I (Concurrent registration in Geometry and Intermediate Algebra is recommended
for students with a minimum B average in
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| GEOMETRY
Grades 9-12
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The study of the properties of Euclidean plane geometry is the main
content of the course. The application of the principles of logic in deductive
reasoning and the proving of theorems is emphasized. Other topics include
the congruency, similarity, and area of plane geometric figures, right
triangle trigonometry, circles, and area and volumes of solids.
Prerequisite: Algebra I (Concurrent registration in Geometry and Intermediate Algebra is recommended
for students with a minimum B average in
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| PROBABILITY &
STATISTICS Grades 10-12
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Probability and Statistics is a highly recommended course for all students
considering a four-year college-degree since many majors require a probability
and statistics course. Topics include data collection and representation,
measures of central tendency and variation, elementary probability, binomial
probability, normal distributions, regression and correlation, sampling,
hypothesis testing and inferences. A Texas Instrument TI-83 or TI-84
graphing calculator is required.
Prerequisite: Intermediate Algebra
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| DISCRETE
MATH Grades 10-12
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Discrete math begins with a unit on logic and Boolean algebra
and includes a short review of algebraic concepts. Main topics include
graph theory, linear programming, Markov chains, game theory, mathematics
of finance, election theory, fair division, sequences and series, and transformations.
Problem solving and recursion are emphasized, often with the use of the
computerized spreadsheets and graphing programs. A Texas Instrument
TI-83 or TI-84 graphing calculator is required.
Prerequisite: Intermediate Algebra
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| ALGEBRA II
Grades 10-12
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This course stresses the review and the extension of basic
algebraic concepts of functions and relations, equations and inequalities,
sequences and series, and trigonometry. Problem-solving and graphic
representation are emphasized. A Texas Instrument TI-83 or TI-84
graphing calculator is required.
Prerequisite: Intermediate Algebra and Geometry
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| PRECALCULUS
Grade 11-12
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Precalculus is a challenging course designed to serve as a transition
from secondary mathematics to college calculus. Content previously studied
in algebra and geometry courses is reviewed and expanded upon. Major emphasis
is placed on the study of trigonometry. Topics from discrete mathematics
complete the year. A Texas Instrument TI-83 or TI-84 graphing calculator
is required. Precalculus is traditionally a senior math course.
However, a sophomore who has completed Algebra II with an A average (93-100%)
may take Precalculus as a junior.
Prerequisite: Algebra II with a B average minimum.
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