Foundations in Algebra – 1 Unit – Grade 9-11

College Preparatory

The Foundations in Algebra course is the first in a two-course progression designed to prepare students for success in advanced mathematics courses by providing a foundation in algebra and probability.  This course will build on the conceptual knowledge and skills students mastered in their middle level mathematics courses in the areas of algebraic thinking, geometry, measurement, probability, data analysis, and proportional reasoning. The students who complete this two-course progression of Foundations in Algebra and Intermediate Algebra will be prepared for the state-mandated end-of-course assessment (Algebra 1 EOCEP) administered at the completion of Algebra 1 or Intermediate Algebra.  [411600CW]  

Intermediate Algebra – 1 Unit – Grades 9-11

College Preparatory 

Prerequisite: Foundations in Algebra or a D average in Algebra 1 CP

The Intermediate Algebra course is the second in a two-course progression designed to prepare students for success in advanced mathematics courses by providing a foundation in algebra and statistics.  This course will build on the conceptual knowledge and skills students mastered in Foundations in Algebra and middle level mathematics in the areas of algebraic thinking, geometry, measurement, probability, data analysis, and proportional reasoning. The students who complete this two-course progression of Foundations in Algebra and Intermediate Algebra will be prepared for the state-mandated end-of-course assessment (Algebra 1 EOCEP) administered at the completion of Algebra 1 or Intermediate Algebra. [411700CW] 

Algebra 1 – 1 Unit - Grade 9  

College Preparatory and Honors 

The fundamental purpose of the Algebra 1 course is to formalize and extend the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades.  Students will deepen and extend understanding of linear and exponential relationships by contrasting them with each other and by applying linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend.  Students will engage in methods for analyzing, solving, and using quadratic functions.  Students will investigate linear equations and inequalities, the laws of exponents, simple exponential equations, sequences, functions, linear models, and data analysis.   At the completion of this course, students will be prepared for the state-mandated end-of-course assessment (Algebra 1 EOCEP).  [411400CW, 411400HW]

Geometry - 1 Unit - Grades 9-11

College Preparatory and Honors 

Prerequisite: Algebra 1

The Geometry course allows students to explore the relationships between points, lines, and planes in two and three-dimensional space.  Students should be able to discover and confirm postulates and theorems, and verify them by writing formal and informal proofs using previously proven theorems and postulates, definitions, and undefined terms.  Real-world applications, calculator technology, and previously studied mathematics are all integrated into the curriculum.  [CP Grade 9: 412209CW, H Grade 9: 412209HW, Geo: 412200CW, CP Grade 10: 412210CW, H Grade 10: 412210HW]

Algebra 2 - 1 Unit - Grades 10-12

College Preparatory and Honors 

Prerequisite: Foundations and Intermediate Algebra OR Algebra 1, and Geometry 

In Algebra 2, students extend their study of foundational algebraic concepts, such as linear functions, equations and inequalities, quadratic functions, absolute value functions, and exponential functions, from previous mathematics encounters. Additionally, students study new families of functions that are also essential for subsequent mathematical application and learning. [Alg 2: 411512CW, CP: 411500CW, H: 411500HW]

Probability and Statistics - 1 Unit - Grades 11-12 

College Preparatory Prerequisite: Geometry

Honors Prerequisite: Algebra 2

In Probability and Statistics, students build on the conceptual knowledge and skills they mastered in previous mathematics courses in areas such as probability, data presentation and analysis, correlation, and regression. In this course, students are expected to apply mathematics in meaningful ways to solve problems that arise in the workplace, society, and everyday life through the process of modeling. The course has a heavy concentration on analysis and interpretation of data. Mathematical modeling involves creating appropriate equations, functions, graphs, distributions, or other mathematical representations to analyze real-world situations and answer questions. Students should use a variety of technologies, such as graphing utilities, simulation applications, spreadsheets, and statistical software, to solve problems and to master standards in all Key Concepts of this course. [Prob/Stats: 414112CW, CP: 414100CW, H: 414100HW]

Probability & Statistics - Sports Analysis (Stats in Sports) - 1 Unit - Grades 11-12

Prerequisite: Geometry 

In Sports Analysis, your love for sports and math come together!  In this course, students build on the conceptual knowledge and skills they mastered in previous mathematics courses in areas such as probability, data presentation and analysis, correlation, and regression. Students are expected to apply mathematics in meaningful ways to solve problems that arise in the sports world through the process of modeling.  The course has a heavy concentration on analysis and interpretation of sports data. Mathematical modeling involves creating appropriate equations, functions, graphs, distributions, or other mathematical representations to analyze real-world situations and answer questions. Students should use a variety of technologies, such as graphing utilities, simulation applications, spreadsheets, and statistical software, to solve problems and to master standards in all Key Concepts of this course.  This course meets the state requirement for one mathematics unit towards graduation credit. [414109CW]

Discrete Math - Can You Count it! - 1 Unit - Grades 12

College Preparatory Prerequisite: Geometry

If you can count it, it is Discrete!  Come learn how counting principles are used in the real-world.  Students will create solutions for topics such as scheduling work shifts, flight routes, rooms for an event, and even voting methods!  Students will use Cryptography to secure internet shopping and see how Google Maps uses Discrete Math.  Students will develop problem-solving skills while fostering critical thinking as they explore other topics such as set theory, logic, personal finance, measurement, probability and statistics.  Discrete Math provides the basic foundation for students to delve into the interesting world which all begins with Counting! [414200CW]

Precalculus - 1 Unit - Grades 10-12 

College Preparatory and Honors 

Prerequisite: Algebra 2 and Geometry

Precalculus combines the trigonometric, geometric, and algebraic techniques needed to prepare students for the study of calculus, and strengthens students’ conceptual understanding of problems and mathematical reasoning in solving problems. These topics are especially important for students intending to study calculus, physics, and other sciences, and/or engineering in college. Precalculus students build on the conceptual knowledge and skills for mathematics they mastered in previous mathematics courses and construct a foundation necessary for subsequent mathematical study. The standards for the prerequisite courses provide students with a foundation in the theory of functions, roots and factors of polynomials, exponential and logarithmic functions, the complex number system, and an introduction to trigonometry.  [CP: 413100CW, H: 413100HW]

Calculus - 1 Unit – Grades 11 - 12

Honors 

Prerequisite: Precalculus
The Calculus course is primarily for students who plan to major in mathematics or science in college or who are talented in mathematics.  Topics include plane analytic geometry, elementary functions, differential calculus, and integral calculus.  [413500HW]

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• AP Calculus, AP Statistics

• AP Computer Science Principles

Advanced Placement Calculus AB/BC - 2 Units AP Credit – Grades 11 - 12 

Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of 80% or better in Honors Precalculus and Teacher Recommendation

This college-level course includes both AP Calculus AB and AP Calculus BC which prepares students for the AP Exam.  The AP Calculus BC course extends the content learned in AB to different types of equations and introduces the topic of sequences and series. The AP course covers topics in differential and integral calculus, including concepts and skills of limits, derivatives, definite integrals, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, and series. The course teaches students to approach calculus concepts and problems when they are represented graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally, and to make connections among these representations. Students learn how to use technology to help solve problems, experiment, interpret results, and support conclusions.  Certain colleges will award up to two units of college credit depending upon the score made on the AP Exam. [AP AB: 4170ABAW, AP BC: 417200AW]

Dual Enrollment Calculus (MATH 141) - 1 Unit Dual Credit- Grades 11 - 12

Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of 80% or better in Honors Precalculus, meet college requirements (3.0  GPA), and Teacher Recommendation

This college-level course includes topics in plane analytic geometry, elementary functions, differential calculus, and integral calculus.  The course teaches students to approach calculus concepts and problems when they are represented graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally, and to make connections among these representations. Graphing calculator technology is used. Application is required.  Dual Credit courses are subject to acceptance from the accredited college; tuition and cost of books are the responsibility of the student. [MATH 141: 413600EW]

Advanced Placement Statistics – 1 Unit AP Credit – Grades 11 - 12

Prerequisite: Minimum Grade of 80% or better in Algebra 2 Honors, Honors English, and Teacher Recommendation.  Students taking AP Statistics must also take Probability and Statistics Honors during the same year (S1: Honors Statistics; S2: AP Statistics)

The AP Statistics course is equivalent to a one-semester, introductory, non-calculus-based college course in statistics. The AP Statistics course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. There are four themes evident in the content, skills, and assessment in the AP Statistics course: exploring data, sampling and experimentation, probability and simulation, and statistical inference. Students use technology, investigations, problem solving, and writing as they build conceptual understanding. The AP Statistics course is an excellent option for any secondary school student who has successfully completed a second-year course in algebra and who possesses sufficient mathematical maturity and quantitative reasoning ability.  Some colleges will award college credit depending upon the student’s score on the AP Exam.  [AP: 417100AW, H: 414100HW]

Dual Enrollment Introduction to Statistical Reasoning (STAT 110) - 1 Unit - Grades 11 - 12

Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Honors and meet college requirements (3.0 GPA)

A course in statistical literacy. Topics include data sources and sampling, concepts of experimental design, graphical and numerical data description, measuring association for continuous and categorical variables, introduction to probability and statistical inference, and use of appropriate software.  Dual Enrollment courses are subject to acceptance from the accredited college; tuition and cost of books are the responsibility of the student. Lottery Tuition may be available; speak with your counselor.  [414700EW] 

Dual Enrollment Basic College Mathematics (MATH 111I) – 1 Unit Dual Credit – Grade 12

Prerequisite: Algebra 2 and meet college requirements (3.0 GPA)

Basic college algebra Intensive covers topics in linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, functions and graphs of functions, exponential and logarithm functions, systems of equations.  This intensive course provides additional practice on topics and counts as a college elective.  This course satisfies the 1 Unit of math credit towards the South Carolina Diploma.  Dual Enrollment courses are subject to acceptance from the accredited college; tuition and cost of books are the responsibility of the student.  Lottery Tuition may be available; speak with your counselor. [910900EW]