GRADE: 10, 11, 12 | SCORE: Weighted | PHS CREDIT: 1 | SPRING SEMESTER | ELECTIVE
COLLEGE CREDIT: 5 DMACC Credits - MAT 129
PREREQUISITE: Introduction to Precalculus / Trigonometry with C- grade minimum; entrance exam called the ALEKS test score 30 or higher; with instructor’s permission if the student earned a D in Intro to Precalculus.
This course is the conclusion to Introduction to Precalculus / Trigonometry. Topics include Logarithmic and Exponential Functions, Systems of Equations, Conic Sections, Vectors, and Polar-Coordinates. If there is time, the study of Limits will begin which is a foundational topic for Calculus. At the conclusion of Precalculus, a passing grade of C or better should indicate that a student is prepared to take any college-level Calculus course. A student must be willing to devote 30-60 minutes per day outside of class in order to practice problems to be successful on tests in this class.
College Credit Transfer Details:
The high school offers college credit courses for students but remember, it is the students’ responsibility to request transcripts to be sent to their college of choice for transfer of credits. There is a form in the guidance office to assist you with this process. Important note: your GPA received in these courses MAY affect your college GPA. This will depend on which college you attend. Transcript Release Form