Pre-Calculus

1 High School Credit

Course Dates

Session I - Fall 2023: Starting week of October 2nd, 2023 to week of January 22nd, 2024

Session II - Winter 2024: Starting week of Feb 12th , 2024 to week of May 27th, 2024

Prerequisites

Completion of Algebra 2 & Trigonometry

Course description

This course is a fast-paced and rigorous study of standard Pre-Calculus topics with emphasis on Functions and algebraic and numerical solutions to AP calculus style word problems.  Pre-Calculus is a required course for AP Calculus. It is also useful for those who want to take the SAT I and II subject tests in Mathematics. Topics covered  in this course include  a thorough analysis of functions and curve sketching including polynomials, rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions and their applications., trigonometry including all trigonometric functions, double angle identities,  sum and difference identities, parametric and polar equations of curves, and introduction to calculus  with limits and continuity.

A Graphic Display calculator is required. CASIO CG series graphic display calculator will be used for class instruction and demonstration.