Four units of math are required for a SC High School Diploma
Foundations in Algebra (Semester)
Credit: 1 Math
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. Mathematical modeling involves creating appropriate equations, graphs, functions, or other mathematical representations to analyze real-world situations and answer questions. Use of Technological tools, such as handheld graphing calculators, is important in creating and analyzing mathematical representations. For the Seminar portion of the course, topics include equations, inequalities, functions, linear functions and inequalities, describing data, systems of equations, exponents, quadratic functions, exponential functions, comparisons of functions, and interpreting data. (Students will take and End-of-Course Test when they are enrolled in Intermediate Algebra, which will follow the successful completion of Foundations in Algebra.)
Intermediate Algebra
Credit: 1 Math/EOC
This is the second course in a program focusing on development of student’s ability to understand and apply mathematics to solve real workplace problems. Algebraic skills are taught through an
interactive approach. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and appropriate computer software. Topics include an equations and inequalities review, polynomials, characteristics of quadratic functions, factoring, solving quadratic functions, exponential functions, sequences, and a review of the Foundations course. Together, the Foundations in Algebra and Intermediate Algebra meet the S.C. Algebra standards. The S.C. Algebra 1 End of Course Test will be given at the completion of Intermediate Algebra.
Algebra 1 - Yearlong (Seminar & Semester)
Credit: 1 Elective (for Seminar) & 1 Math (for Semester) EOC
The focus is on the development of the student’s ability to use a variety of representations, tools, and technologies to model mathematical situations to solve meaningful problems. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and appropriate computer software. For the Seminar portion of the course, topics include solving equations and inequalities, understanding functions, linear functions, describing data, systems of linear equations, and laws of exponents. For the Algebra Semester portion of the course, topics include radical expressions and rational exponents, polynomial operations, quadratic functions (graphing/key features), factoring polynomials, solving quadratic functions, exponential functions, and comparing functions. The S.C. Algebra i End of Course Test will be given at the completion of the Algebra Semester portion of this course.
Algebra 1
Credit: 1 Math/EOC
The focus is on the development of the student’s ability to use a variety of representations, tools, and technologies to model mathematical situations to solve meaningful problems. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and appropriate computer software. Topics include solving equations and inequalities, understanding functions, linear functions, describing data, systems of linear equations, laws of exponents, radical expressions and rational exponents, polynomial operations, quadratic functions (graphing/key features), factoring polynomials, solving quadratic functions, exponential functions, and comparing functions. The S.C. Algebra 1 End of Course Test will be given at the completion of this course.
Algebra 1 Honors
Credit: 1 Math/EOC
The focus for this course is on development of the student’s ability to use a variety of representations, tools, and technologies to model mathematical situations to solve meaningful problems. Students will use graphing calculators and appropriate computer software. Honors students will be taught in greater depth and difficulty at this level. The honors course prepares students for Honors Geometry. Topics include solving equations and inequalities, understanding functions, linear functions, describing data, systems of linear equations, laws of exponents, radical expressions and rational exponents, polynomial operations, quadratic functions (graphing/key features), factoring polynomials, solving quadratic functions, exponential functions, and comparing functions. Students take the SC End of-Course Exam for Algebra 1 at the end of this course.
Geometry
Credit: 1 Math
This course includes the study of shapes, their properties, and their relationships. Emphasis is on student discovery and formulating and defending conjectures. Topics include reasoning, polygons, congruence, similarity, triangles, circles, area, volume, and transformations. Coordinate, transformational, and axiomatic systems are studied. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and appropriate computer software.
Geometry Honors
Credit: 1 Math
See description above. Mathematics standards are defined by the South Carolina State Standards for Mathematics and expand learning so that greater independence and responsibility is placed on the advanced learner. Honors mathematics courses are distinguished by the quality of work expected of the advanced learner.
Algebra 2
Credit: 1 Math
This course includes an in-depth study of functions, linear equations and inequalities, quadratic functions solving quadratic equations, polynomial functions, rational functions, radical functions and rational exponents, exponential functions, and function operations and systems. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and appropriate computer software.
Algebra 2 Honors
Credit: 1 Math
See Algebra 2 description. Mathematics standards are defined by the South Carolina State Standards for Mathematics and expand learning so that greater independence and responsibility is placed on the advanced learner. Honors mathematics courses are distinguished by the quality of work expected of the advanced learner.
Probability and Statistics
Credit: 1 Math
Learn the fundamental principles of probability and statistics and apply these to data analysis. Topics include foundations of data analysis, univariate data displays, graphical displays, bivariate data and scatter plots, concepts and applications, and probability distributions. Students will be using graphing calculators (TI-84) and appropriate computer software.
Probability and Statistics Honors
Credit: 1 Math
Learn the fundamental principles of probability and statistics and apply these to data analysis. Topics include foundations of data analysis, univariate data displays, graphical displays, bivariate data and scatter plots, concepts and applications, probability distributions statistical inference, hypothesis testing, and project design. Students will be using graphing calculators (TI-84) and appropriate computer software.
Pre-calculus Honors
Credit: 1 Math
This course includes an in-depth study of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. Topics include sequences, series, vectors, conic sections, parametric equations, and polar curves. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and appropriate computer software. Mathematics standards are defined by the South Carolina state standards for Mathematics and expand learning so that greater independence and responsibility is placed on the advanced learner. Honors mathematics courses are distinguished by the quality of work expected of the advanced learner.
IB Math Studies
Credit: 1 Math elective/ IB Exam
Develops pre-calculus topics with emphasis placed on the application of math to real life situations. A unit on statistics is included. An Internal Assessment is required for the IB diploma. A graphing calculator is required. Students do not incur any charges for the IB and AP exams.
Calculus Honors
Credit: 1 Math elective
This course is a continued study of functions, rates, and accumulations. Students must be familiar with the properties, algebra, graphs, and language of functions as well as with the unit circle and values of trigonometric functions of numbers. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and appropriate computer software. Mathematics standards are defined by the South Carolina state standards for Mathematics and expand learning so that greater independence and responsibility is placed on the advanced learner. Honors mathematics courses are distinguished by the quality of work expected of the advanced learner.