MATH

 

 

  26      ALGEBRA I                                                                            

GRADE LEVEL:  9

NUMBER OF TRIMESTERS:  3

REQUIREMENTS:  TI-83 Plus or TI-84 Plus calculator, inch/metric protractor ruler (available in HS office), pencil

                               

Algebra I is the basis for any advanced math, and is becoming a prerequisite in many industrial jobs.  Most of the concepts students are familiar with before algebra are used and developed further.  Algebra I is an introduction to the principles and techniques of modern algebra which include inequalities, equations, factoring, graphing, relations, functions, quadratics equations, and as a systematic investigation of the real number system.

 

 

 

  31      INFORMAL GEOMETRY                                                       

GRADE LEVEL:  10+

NUMBER OF TRIMESTERS:  3

RECOMMENDED:  Pre-Algebra or Algebra 1 or a combination of Algebra I and Pre-Algebra.

REQUIREMENTS:   Scientific calculator, inch/metric protractor ruler (available in HS office), pencil, 3-ring binder with paper

 

The purpose of this course is to study the geometric properties of polygons, circles, solids, parallelism and perpendicularity from an informal approach.  It will apply these properties to practical situations.  It will also include a review of algebraic and math computational skills.  This course would be quite helpful for entrance to vocational and/or technical schools.  This course will not apply as a math credit for a four-year college.

 

 

 

  30      FORMAL GEOMETRY                                                           

GRADE LEVEL:  10+

NUMBER OF TRIMESTERS:  3

RECOMMENDED:  Algebra I

REQUIREMENTS:  TI-83 Plus or TI-84 Plus graphing calculator, ruler, and protractor

 

This course is for those planning to go on to further schooling, especially a four (4) year college.  The purpose of this course is to study the geometric properties of polygons, circles, solids, parallelism and perpendicularity.  The student will learn the meaning of proof in hopes that he/she will rely more on reason than guess work.  This course also provides a practical setting for a review of Algebra 1

 

 

 

27        ALGEBRA II                                                                           

GRADE LEVEL:  11+

NUMBER OF TRIMESTERS:  3

RECOMMENDED:  Algebra I, Teacher approval                                      

REQUIREMENT:  TI-83 Plus or TI 84 Plus calculator

 

Algebra II consists of fundamental operations, first degree equations, products factoring, factional equations, functions, relations, graphs, exponents, radicals, imaginary numbers, and quadratic determinants.  Algebra II should be taken by any student that is thinking about going to college.

 

 


 33       PROBABILITY & STATISTICS                                            

GRADE LEVEL:  11+

NUMBER OF TRIMESTERS:  2

OFFERED:  Tri 2-3

RECOMMENDED:  Algebra I                                                  

REQUIREMENT:  TI-83 Plus or TI 84 Plus calculator

 

The purpose of this course is to provide a sound and useful introduction to probability and statistics.  This course is aimed at the student who plans to enter such fields as economics, business, education, psychology, sociology, biology, medicine, mathematics, engineering sciences, and ag-business, which now require statistics for their effective pursuit.

 

 

 

34      TOPICS IN MATH                                                                

GRADE LEVEL:  11+

NUMBER OF TRIMESTERS:  3

RECOMMENDED:  2 years HS Math   

 

The purpose of this course is to cover and review Algebra topics directly related to real world situations.  This course will help strengthen studentŐs math skills.  Topics will include Algebra, Probability and Statistics, Trigonometry, Discrete Math. This course will not apply as a math credit for a four-year college.

 

 

 

  32      PRECALCULUS                                                                     

GRADE LEVEL:  11+

NUMBER OF TRIMESTERS:  3

RECOMMENDED:  Formal Geometry and Algebra II, Teacher Approval

REQUIREMENT:  TI-83 Plus or TI 84 Plus calculator

 

The purpose of this course is to prepare the student to take math in college.  It will include an in-      depth study of trigonometry and analytic geometry.  It will also have a strong introduction into Calculus.  When the student finishes this course, he/she should be ready to take first year Calculus course.