3056y-H

IB SL Mathematics AA: Analysis and Approaches

SL Prerequisite:

A minimum grade of B- in Algebra II & Trigonometry Honors or B+ in Algebra II & Trigonometry.

SL Description:

This is intended for students who enjoy developing mathematical arguments, problem solving and exploring real and abstract applications, with and without technology.

The main topics covered are Number and Algebra, Functions, Geometry and Trigonometry, Statistics and Probability and Calculus.

A Graphic Display calculator is required. Please check with the school before buying a graphing calculator.

3057y-H

IB HL Mathematics AA: Analysis and Approaches

HL Prerequisite:

A minimum grade of B- in Algebra 2 & Trigonometry Honors or Mathematical Methods.

HL Description:

This is intended for students who wish to pursue studies in mathematics at university or subjects that have a large mathematical content; it is for students who enjoy developing mathematical arguments, problem solving and exploring real and abstract applications, with and without technology. This course is suitable for students wishing to study Mathematics, Physics and most forms of Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Aeronautical) at University.

All the topics listed above for SL are also covered at HL; additional topics include combinatorics, complex numbers, induction, systems of equations in three unknowns, partial fractions, rational functions, vectors, Bayes’ theorem, limits, continuity, differentiability, l’ Hôpital’s rule, volumes, separable, homogeneous and linear differential equations, Euler’s method, McLaurin series.

A Graphic Display calculator is required. Please check with the school before buying a graphing calculator.

Assessment:

Tests/quizzes/exams/homework, mathematical exploration, in accordance with IBO practices