Mathematics Course Descriptions

Mathematics Recommended Course Sequences

Option 1

Algebra 1 -> Algebraic Reasoning -> Geometry -> Algebra 2

Option 2

Algebra -> Geometry -> Algebra 2 -> College Algebra or College Prep Math

Option 3

Pre-AP Algebra 1 -> Pe-AP Geometry -> Pre-AP Algebra 2 -> College Algebra DC or Pre-Calculus DC

Option 4

Pre-AP Algebra 1 -> Pre-AP Geometry -> Pre-AP Algebra 2 -> Pre-AP Pre-Calculus -> Calculus AB/Calculus DC

2212 Algebra 1

Grade: 9 Semester(s): 4 Credit(s): 1 Prerequisite: None Service ID: 03100500 ALG 1

Description: This course is the study of the real number system and its various subsystems; algebraic representation, solution, and evaluation of problem situations; graphing as a tool to interpret linear representation, solution, and evaluation of problem situations; graphing as a tool to interpret linear relations, functions, and inequalities; quadratic equations; polynomials; rational expressions; and properties of operations with square roots.

Next Course: 2130 Geometry or 2213 Pre-AP Geometry *

* Must meet the High School Pre-AP/AP Course Eligibility Requirements.

2213 Pre-AP Algebra 1

Grade: 9 Semester(s): 4 Credit(s): 1 Prerequisite: Must meet Pre-AP Criteria * Service ID: 03100500 ALG 1

Description: This course is designed for students who have exhibited superior mathematical ability and are ready to study high school-level work. The content of this Algebra I course will include a study of the real numbers and their operations, the language of algebra, linear equations and inequalities, ratio, proportion and variations, polynomials, rational expressions, radicals, and quadratic relations.

Next Course: 2130 Geometry or 2213 Pre-AP Geometry *

* Must meet the High School Pre-AP/AP Course Eligibility Requirements.

2130 Geometry

Grade: 10 Semester(s): 2 Credit(s): 1 Prerequisite: 2212 Algebra 1 Service ID: 03100700 GEOM

Description: The course is the study of axiomatic systems; lines, segments, and angles; triangles; other polygons; circles; solid geometry; and measurement.

Next Course: 2222 Algebra 2 or 2223 Pre-AP Algebra 2*

* Must meet the High School Pre-AP/AP Course Eligibility Requirements.

2131 Pre-AP Geometry

Grade: 10 Semester(s): 2 Credit(s): 1 Prerequisite: 2213 Pre-AP Algebra 1* Service ID: 03100700 GEOM

Description: The student will study the same topics as defined for Geometry plus advanced topics in space geometry. Since this is an advanced course, students will be discussing problems and concepts not normally covered in a regular course. Higher levels of understanding such as relationships of ideas, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation will be stressed.

Next Course: 2222 Algebra 2 or 2223 Pre-AP Algebra 2*

* Must meet the High School Pre-AP/AP Course Eligibility Requirements.

2222 Algebra 2

Grade: 11 Semester(s): 2 Credit(s): 1 Prerequisite: 2212 Algebra 1 Service ID: 03100600 ALG 2

Description: This course is the study of mathematical structure, quadratic functions, quadratic relations, conic sections, systems of equations, and numerical methods, and higher degree polynomials.

Next Course: 2201 Algebraic Reasoning or 3709 College Prep Math or 7309 MATH 1314 College Algebra**

* Must meet the High School Pre-AP/AP Course Eligibility Requirements.

** Must meet the Dual Credit Course Requirements.

2223 Pre-AP Algebra 2

Grade: 11 Semester(s): 2 Credit(s): 1 Prerequisite: 2213 Pre-AP Algebra 1* Service ID: 03100600 ALG 2

Description: Students will study the same topics as defined in Algebra 2 plus additional topics in sequences, series, and probability. In addition, more emphasis will be given to algebraic proof of theorems. Higher levels of understanding such as the relationship of ideas, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation will be stressed. Since this is a Pre-AP course, teachers and students will be discussing problems normally not covered in a regular course.

Next Course: 2271 Pre-AP Pre-Calculus*

* Must meet the High School Pre-AP/AP Course Eligibility Requirements.

2201 Algebraic Reasoning

Grade: 11 Semester(s): 2 Prerequisite: 2212 Algebra 1 Service ID: 03102540 ALGREA

Description: This course will continue with the development of mathematical reasoning related to algebraic understandings and process and deepen a foundation for studies in subsequent mathematics courses.

3709 College Prep Math

Grade: 12 Semester(s): 2 Credit(s): 1 Prerequisite: 2222 Algebra Service ID: CP111200 CPMAT

Description: Topics include real number principles, exponential expressions, 1-2 variable linear applications, multivariable linear systems, polynomial functions with applications, geometry, measurement, statistics and probability. Calculator use is permitted throughout this course including the departmental final examination. An overall grade for the semester of C or higher along with a scale score of 70 or above on the final exam will satisfy the SWTJC criteria for Math 0303, and the student is TSI COMPLETE without further assessment or remediation.

** Must meet the Dual Credit Course Requirements.

7309 MATH 1314 College Algebra (Dual Credit)

Grade: 11/12 Semester(s): 2 Credit(s): 1 Prerequisite: 2222 Algebra 2** Service ID: 03102500 INSTUMTH

Description: In-depth study and applications of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices. Additional topics such as sequences, series, probability, and conics may be included.

Co-requisite: passing scores on TSI or SAT or ACT

** Must meet the Dual Credit Course Requirements.

2271 Pre-AP Pre-Calculus

Grade: 11 Semester(s): 2 Credit(s): 1 Prerequisite: 2223 Pre-Ap Alebra 2* Service ID: 03101100 PRE CALC

Description: This course is the study of relations, functions, and their graphs; polynomial functions; rational functions and functions involving radicals; exponential and logarithmic functions; circular trigonometric functions, their properties, and applications; complex numbers and polar coordinates; vectors and parametric equations; sequences and series; and second-degree relations. Graphing calculators will be used extensively in this course. This course fulfills all the objectives of a traditional trigonometry course. In addition, this course prepares the students for calculus.

Next Course: 2277 AP Calculus AB* or 7309 MATH 1314 College Algebra**

* Must meet the High School Pre-AP/AP Course Eligibility Requirements.

** Must meet the Dual Credit Course Requirements.

2277 AP Calculus AB

Grade: 12 Semester(s): 2 Credit(s): 1 Prerequisite: 2271 Pre-AP Pre-Calculus* Service ID: A3100101 APCALCAB

Description: This course is the study of elementary functions; limit of a function; derivative; integral and techniques of integration; and applications of calculus to real-world problems in the fields of life science, business and economics, social science, physics, and engineering.

Next Course: 2278 AP Calculus BC*

* Must meet the High School Pre-AP/AP Course Eligibility Requirements.

2278 AP Calculus BC

Grade: 11/12 Semester(s): 2 Credit(s): 1 Prerequisite: 2277 AP Calculus AB* Service ID: A3100102 APCALCBC

Description: Calculus BC represents one semester beyond Calculus AB. It covers all the topics in Calculus AB, but is more extensive. Students cover the additional topics of vector functions, polar coordinates, and Epsilon-delta proofs. The course prepares the student to take the corresponding Advanced Placement exam.

* Must meet the High School Pre-AP/AP Course Eligibility Requirements.

2215 Pre-AP Statistics

Grade: 11/12 Semester(s): 2 Credit(s): 1 Prerequisite: 2222 Algebra 2 Service ID: 03221800 IND ENG2

Description: This is an introductory course that assumes some knowledge of high school algebra. The primary goal of the course is to help students understand the basic statistical concepts and the principles of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data. Main topics included for this course are graphic presentation; descriptive measures of central tendency, dispersion, and location; inferential statistics and hypothesis testing; analysis and inference of linear correlation coefficient and slope of regression line. Students will apply statistical concepts to real world situations and calculators will be highly utilized in examining statistical information.

Next Course: 7312 ENGL 1302 Composition 2

** Must meet the Dual Credit Course Requirements.

2216 AP Statistics

Grade: 12 Semester(s): 2 Credit(s): 1 Prerequisite: 2215 Pre-AP Statistics Service ID: A3100200 APSTATS

Description: This course is designed for highly motivated students who have good work ethics and critical thinking skills. Topics include both descriptive and inferential statistics. The major goals of this course are to provide the student with an understanding how descriptive and inferential statistics are applied and interpreted in a variety of fields and to communicate knowledge of statistical ideas effectively. Students will learn how to summarize data and how to make appropriate decisions based on data. Graphing calculators and statistical software are vital tools of the course. They will be used to enhance the development of statistical understanding. AP Statistics is equivalent to one-semester, introductory college statistics course.

Next Course: 2177 ENGL 2307 Creative Writing 1**

** Must meet the Dual Credit Course Requirements.

7315 MATH 1342 Elementary Statistical Methods (Dual Credit)

Grade: 11/12 Semester(s): 2 Credit(s): 1 Prerequisite: 2222 Algebra 2** Service ID: 03102530 STATS

Description: Collection, analysis, presentation and interpretation of data, and probability. Analysis includes descriptive statistics, correlation and regression, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. Use of appropriate technology is recommended.

Co-requisite: passing scores on TSI or SAT or ACT

** Must meet the Dual Credit Course Requirements.

7310 MATH 2312 Pre-Calculus (Dual Credit)

Grade: 11/12 Semester(s): 2 Credit(s): 1 Prerequisite: 7309 MATH 1314 College Algebra** Service ID: 03102501 INSTMTH2

Description: The application of algebra and trigonometry to the study of elementary functions and their graphs including polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. Topics from analytical geometry as well as sequences and series will be demonstrated.

Co-requisite: passing scores on TSI or SAT or ACT

** Must meet the Dual Credit Course Requirements.

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