Students must complete four Math credits to graduate with a South Carolina Diploma.
Students should strive to take one Math course each year of high school, 9th through 12th grade, even if they have met their graduation requirement.
Mathematics courses are recommended by the teacher and based upon student success and school and district criteria. Parents/Guardians who disagree with the recommended course will be asked to meet with the appropriate counselor as part of the IGP and scheduling process.
Mathematics
Course Descriptions
Foundations in Algebra
411601CW
Grade level: 9
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: None
Focuses on the ability to understand and apply mathematics to solve realistic workplace problems. Algebraic skills are taught through an interactive approach. Topics include generalizations and algebraic symbols, algebraic expressions in problem solving situations, equations and inequalities, slopes of lines, linear functions and data representation. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software.
Algebra 1
411401CW
Grade level: 9
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: None
Focus 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. Topics include generalizations, algebraic symbols, matrices, algebraic expressions, relationships, equations, inequalities, interpretations, linear functions, quadratic functions, and data representations. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software.
The state Algebra 1 End of Course Exam will be given at the completion of this course.
Algebra 1 Honors
411403HW
Grade level: 9
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Math 8 Honors
Focus 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. Topics include generalizations, algebraic symbols, matrices, algebraic expressions, relationships, equations, inequalities, interpretations, linear functions, quadratic functions, and data representations. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos 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 or work expected of the advanced learner.
The state Algebra 1 End of Course Exam will be given at the completion of this course.
Geometry Honors
412203HW
Grade level: 9 or 10
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 1 Honors
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, area, volume, and transformations. Coordinate, transformational, and axiomatic systems are studied. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos 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.
Algebra 2 Honors
411504HW
Grade level: 9 - 11
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Geometry Honors
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. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software. This course prepares students for further study in honors or IB courses.
Intermediate Algebra
411701CW
Grade level: 10
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Foundations in Algebra
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. Topics include generalizations, algebraic symbols and matrices, algebraic expressions in problem solving situations, interpretations, linear functions and data representation, systems of linear equations, linear and quadratic functions and other functions. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software.
Foundations in Algebra and Intermediate Algebra meet the State algebra standards. The state Algebra 1 End of Course Exam will be given at the completion of Intermediate Algebra.
Geometry
412201CW or 412202CW
Grade level: 10 or 11
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 1 or Intermediate Algebra
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, area, volume, and transformations. Coordinate, transformational, and axiomatic systems are studied. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software.
Geometry Honors
412203HW
Grade level: 9 or 10
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 1 Honors
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, area, volume, and transformations. Coordinate, transformational, and axiomatic systems are studied. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos 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.
Algebra 2
411501CW
Grade level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
This course includes an in-depth study of functions, patterns, relations, and concepts of number functions such as linear, quadratic, exponential, absolute value, radical, rational functions and conic sections. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software.
Algebra 2 Honors
411504HW
Grade level: 9 - 11
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 1 Honors
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. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software. This course prepares students for further study in honors or IB courses.
Precalculus Honors
413102HW
Grade level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Honors
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 Honors
414102HW
Grade level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Honors
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 use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software.
Advanced Placement Statistics
417102AW
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Honors and recommended Probability & Statistics Honors
Follows the AP Mathematics Program prescribed by College Board. Equivalent to introductory college statistics which is typically required for majors in social sciences, health science and business and is effective preparation for upper-level statistics usually required for science, engineering and math majors. Introduces students to concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. A graphing calculator is required. Students must take the AP exam.
Geometry
412201CW or 412202CW
Grade level: 10 or 11
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 1 or Intermediate Algebra
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, area, volume, and transformations. Coordinate, transformational, and axiomatic systems are studied. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software.
Algebra 2
411501CW
Grade level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
This course includes an in-depth study of functions, patterns, relations, and concepts of number functions such as linear, quadratic, exponential, absolute value, radical, rational functions and conic sections. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software.
Algebra 2 Honors
411504HW
Grade level: 9 - 11
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 1 Honors
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. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software. This course prepares students for further study in honors or IB courses.
Precalculus
413102CW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 2
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 Desmos software.
Precalculus Honors
413102HW
Grade level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Honors
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.
Calculus Honors
413502HW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Precalculus Honors
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 Desmos 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.
Probability and Statistics
414102CW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1 credit
Prerequisite: Geometry
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 use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software.
Probability and Statistics Honors
414102HW
Grade level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Honors
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 use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software.
Advanced Placement Calculus (AB) with AP Calculus AB Seminar
3199H2HW and 417002AW
Grade Level: 11 or 12
Credit: 2 credits (1 Honors credit, 1 AP Credit)
Prerequisite: Precalculus Honors
This course follows the Advanced Placement Mathematics Program for Calculus prescribed by the College Board. The study of calculus involves two major topics: the processes of differentiation and integration and their applications in solving problems. A graphing calculator is required. Students must take the AP exam.
Advanced Placement Calculus (BC)
417202AW
Grade Level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: AB Calculus AB
This course follows the AP Mathematics Program prescribed by College Board and provides students with a learning experience equivalent to a full-year college course in single variable calculus. It emphasizes a multi-representational approach to calculus, with concepts, results and problems expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. A graphing calculator is required. Students must take the AP exam.
Advanced Placement Statistics
417102AW
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Honors and recommended Probability & Statistics Honors
Follows the AP Mathematics Program prescribed by College Board. Equivalent to introductory college statistics which is typically required for majors in social sciences, health science and business and is effective preparation for upper-level statistics usually required for science, engineering and math majors. Introduces students to concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. A graphing calculator is required. Students must take the AP exam.
IB Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation SL
312D00IW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Precalculus Honors
The IB DP Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation course recognizes the increasing role that mathematics and technology play in a diverse range of fields in a data-rich world. As such, it emphasizes the meaning of mathematics in context by focusing on topics that are often used as applications or in mathematical modeling. To give this understanding a firm base, this course includes topics that are traditionally part of a pre-university mathematics course such as calculus and statistics. Students are encouraged to solve real-world problems, construct and communicate this mathematically and interpret the conclusions or generalizations. This course is meant for students who are not interested in STEM Careers.
MAT 120 - Probability and Statistics (HGTC-Dual Enrollment)
414301EW
Grade 11 or 12
Credit: 3 hours college credit + 1 elective credit high school
Prerequisite: Completion of 4 math credits (Probability and Statistics recommended)
This course includes the following topics: logic; sets; Venn Diagrams; counting problems; probability; matrices; systems of equations; linear programming, including simplex method and applications; graphs; and networks.
Enrollment in this course requires acceptance to the PACE Program at HGTC. Fee may be required if student has not met the prerequisite.
Algebra 2
411501CW
Grade level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
This course includes an in-depth study of functions, patterns, relations, and concepts of number functions such as linear, quadratic, exponential, absolute value, radical, rational functions and conic sections. Students will use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software.
Precalculus
413102CW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 2
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 Desmos software.
Precalculus Honors
413102HW
Grade level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Honors
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.
Calculus Honors
413502HW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Precalculus Honors
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 Desmos 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.
Probability and Statistics
414102CW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1 credit
Prerequisite: Geometry
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 use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software.
Probability and Statistics Honors
414102HW
Grade level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Honors
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 use graphing calculators (TI-84) and Desmos software.
Advanced Placement Calculus (AB) with AP Calculus AB Seminar
3199H2HW and 417002AW
Grade Level: 11 or 12
Credit: 2 credits (1 Honors credit, 1 AP Credit)
Prerequisite: Precalculus Honors
This course follows the Advanced Placement Mathematics Program for Calculus prescribed by the College Board. The study of calculus involves two major topics: the processes of differentiation and integration and their applications in solving problems. A graphing calculator is required. Students must take the AP exam.
Advanced Placement Calculus (BC)
417202AW
Grade Level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: AB Calculus AB
This course follows the AP Mathematics Program prescribed by College Board and provides students with a learning experience equivalent to a full-year college course in single variable calculus. It emphasizes a multi-representational approach to calculus, with concepts, results and problems expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. A graphing calculator is required. Students must take the AP exam.
Advanced Placement Statistics
417102AW
Grade Level: 10 - 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 Honors and recommended Probability & Statistics Honors
Follows the AP Mathematics Program prescribed by College Board. Equivalent to introductory college statistics which is typically required for majors in social sciences, health science and business and is effective preparation for upper-level statistics usually required for science, engineering and math majors. Introduces students to concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. A graphing calculator is required. Students must take the AP exam.
IB Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation SL
312D00IW
Grade level: 11 or 12
Credit: 1 Math credit
Prerequisite: Precalculus Honors
The IB DP Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation course recognizes the increasing role that mathematics and technology play in a diverse range of fields in a data-rich world. As such, it emphasizes the meaning of mathematics in context by focusing on topics that are often used as applications or in mathematical modeling. To give this understanding a firm base, this course includes topics that are traditionally part of a pre-university mathematics course such as calculus and statistics. Students are encouraged to solve real-world problems, construct and communicate this mathematically and interpret the conclusions or generalizations. This course is meant for students who are not interested in STEM Careers.
MAT 120 - Probability and Statistics (HGTC-Dual Enrollment)
414301EW
Grade 11 or 12
Credit: 3 hours college credit + 1 elective credit high school
Prerequisite: Completion of 4 math credits (Probability and Statistics recommended)
This course includes the following topics: logic; sets; Venn Diagrams; counting problems; probability; matrices; systems of equations; linear programming, including simplex method and applications; graphs; and networks.
Enrollment in this course requires acceptance to the PACE Program at HGTC. Fee may be required if student has not met the prerequisite.