HS Mathematics Courses
Mathematics
Algebra 1
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 3009 PEIMS: 03100500
Prerequisite: 8th grade math or equivalent
Endorsement: Multi
NCAA Approved
In Algebra 1, students will study linear, quadratic, and exponential functions and their related transformations, equations and associated solutions. Students will study polynomials, radical expressions, sequences, laws of exponents and linear systems. The students will connect functions and their associated solutions in both mathematical and real-world situations. Students will use technology to analyze statistical relationships.
Algebra 1 - Advanced
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 3016 PEIMS: 03100500
Prerequisite: 8th grade math or equivalent
Endorsement: Multi
NCAA Approved
UIL Exempt Course
QP - 5
Students will study linear, quadratic, and exponential functions and their related transformations, equations, and associated solutions. Students will study polynomials, radical expressions, sequences, law of exponents and linear systems. The students will connect functions and their associated solutions in both mathematical and real-world situations. Students will use technology to analyze statistical relationships. These concepts will involve more in-depth problem solving experiences than Algebra 1. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college credit courses such as Advanced Placement (AP), University of Texas OnRamps and dual credit and future college success.
Algebraic Reasoning
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 3122 PEIMS: 03102540
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Endorsement: Multi
Students will broaden their knowledge of functions and relationships, including linear, quadratic, square root, rational, cubic, cube root, exponential, absolute value, and logarithmic functions. Students will study these functions through analysis and application that includes explorations of patterns and structure, number and algebraic methods, and modeling from data using tools that build to workforces and college readiness. This course meets the requirement for the fourth mathematics credit.
Geometry
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 3012 PEIMS: 03100700
Prerequisite: Algebra I or concurrent enrollment
Endorsement: Multi
NCAA Approved
In Geometry, students will explore concepts covering coordinate and transformational geometry; logical argument and constructions; proof and congruence; similarity, proof, and trigonometry; two- and three-dimensional figures; circles; and probability. Students in RISD can enroll concurrently in Algebra 1 and Geometry per Senate Bill 1374.
Geometry Advanced
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 3010 PEIMS: 03100700
W3010 RHS Magnet ONLY
Prerequisite: Algebra I or concurrent enrollment
Endorsement: Multi
NCAA Approved
UIL Exempt Course
QP - 5
Advanced Geometry is designed for students who have completed their first year of Algebra 1.
The goals and content of this course are the same as those for Geometry but with more in-depth
problem-solving experiences. Students in RISD can enroll concurrently in Algebra 1 and Geometry per Senate Bill 1374. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college credit courses such as Advanced Placement (AP), University of Texas OnRamps and dual credit and future college success.
Algebra 2
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 3013 PEIMS: 03100600
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
NCAA Approved
In Algebra 2, students will broaden their knowledge of quadratic functions, exponential functions, and systems of equations. Students will study logarithmic, square root, cubic, cube root, absolute value, rational functions and their related equations. Students will connect functions to their inverses and associated equations and solutions in both mathematical and real-world situations.
Algebra 2 Advanced
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 3014 PEIMS: 03100600
W3014 – RHS Magnet ONLY
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
NCAA Approved
UIL Exempt Course
QP - 5
LHHS, PHS, and RHS ONLY
Advanced Algebra 2 is designed for students who completed the first course of Advanced Algebra 1. Students will broaden their knowledge of quadratic functions, exponential functions, and systems of equations. Students will study logarithmic, square root, cubic, cube root, absolute value, rational functions, and their related equations. Students will connect functions to their inverses and associated equations and solutions in both mathematical and real-world situations. Advanced courses focus intently on preparing students for a successful transition to college credit courses such as Advanced Placement (AP), University of Texas OnRamps and dual credit and future college success.
OnRamps College Algebra (Algebra 2)
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: U3013 PEIMS: 03100600
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Recommended: Geometry
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
QP - 10
Tx Common Course Number: MATH 1314
If a student takes Algebra II OnRamps and accepts the UT Austin college credit for Math 1314, the student will need to determine if they want to take the college course Math 1314 over again Precalculus Dual Credit. Taking Math 1314 in both courses could result in a grade change on your college transcript.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have an opportunity to receive RISD credit for graduation and college credit for the University of Texas.
Students who have completed 3014 or 3013 cannot take this course.
OnRamps College Algebra works through a dual enrollment model with the University of Texas at Austin. Through a creative and connected approach, the student will deepen and extend their knowledge of functions (linear, absolute value, quadratic, cubic, polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic), transformations, inverses, matrices and systems of equations, inequalities, complex number systems, modeling, data analysis, function regression, sequences, series, and the binomial theorem. This course is designed to push students well beyond “drill and kill” exercises, emphasizing mathematical definitions and developing logical arguments with peers.
Precalculus
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 3035 PEIMS: 03101100
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 & Geometry
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
NCAA Approved
Students who have completed Precalculus OnRamps (U3035) cannot take this course.
In Precalculus, students deepen their mathematical understanding and fluency with Algebra and Trigonometry and extend their ability to make connections and apply concepts. Students develop multiple strategies for analyzing complex situations, and use technology to build understanding, make connections between representations and provide support in solving problems.
Precalculus - OnRamps
Grade: 9-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: U3035 PEIMS: 03101100
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 & Geometry
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
UIL Exempt Course
QP - 10
Tx Common Course Number: MATH 2312
(Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have an opportunity to receive both RISD credit for graduation and college credit from University of Texas.)
Students who have completed Precalculus (3035) cannot take this course.
OnRamps Precalculus works through a dual-enrollment model with the University of Texas at Austin. Through a creative and connected approach, students deepen and extend their knowledge of functions, graphs, and equations from their high school Algebra and Geometry courses so that they can successfully work with the concepts in a rigorous university-level calculus course. This course is designed to push students well beyond “drill and kill” exercises, emphasizing conceptual understanding of mathematical definitions and developing logical arguments with peers. For more information on OnRamps, see Appendix D.
Precalculus - Dual Credit
Grade: 10-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 3035D PEIMS: 03101100
Prerequisite: Algebra 2, Geometry, TSIA 2 College level ready in Mathematics at the non-algebra or algebra levels.
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
NCAA Approved
UIL Exempt Course
QP - 10
If a student has taken Algebra II OnRamps and accepted the UT Austin college credit for Math 1314, the student will need to determine if they want to take the college course Math 1314 over again in this course Precalculus Dual Credit. Taking Math 1314 in both courses could result in a grade change on your college transcript.
Students can take this as a full year high school course which allows for them to earn college credit, TCCN MATH 1314 College Algebra, during the fall semester. Alternatively, students can take this course for a full year high school course that includes 2 college courses, TCCN MATH 1314 College Algebra in the fall semester and TCCN MATH 1316 Plane Trigonometry during the spring semester. Students should check with potential colleges or universities about course transferability.
Fall MATH 1314 - This course is an 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. Optional spring college course MATH 1316- In depth study and applications of trigonometry including definitions, identities, inverse functions, solutions of equations, graphing, and solving triangles. Additional topics such as vectors, polar coordinates, and parametric equations may be included.
Statistics
Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 3091 PEIMS: 03102530
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
In Statistics, students will build on the knowledge and skills for mathematics in Kindergarten-Grade 8 and Algebra 1. Students will broaden their knowledge of variability and statistical processes. Students will study sampling and experimentation, categorical and quantitative data, probability and random variables, inference, and bivariate data. Students will extend their knowledge of data analysis.
AP Statistics
Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 3027 PEIMS: A3100200
Prerequisite: Algebra 2
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
NCAA Approved
UIL Exempt Course
QP - 10
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting,
analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: Exploring Data: Observing patterns and departures from patterns; Planning a Study:
Deciding what and how to measure; Anticipating Patterns: Producing models using probability
and simulation; and Statistical Inference: Confirming models. Upon conclusion of this course,
students are expected to take the College Board Advanced Placement exam for AP Statistics. AP Statistics does not prepare students for the SAT/ACT Tests.
OnRamps Statistics
Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: U3028 PEIMS: 03102501
Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 (preferred)
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
UIL Exempt Course
QP - 10
UT Course Code: SDS 302
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have an opportunity to receive RISD credit for graduation and college credit from University of Texas.
OnRamps Statistics works through a dual-enrollment data analysis for high school juniors and seniors seeking to develop the quantitative reasoning skills and habits of mind necessary to succeed in the higher education environment. This course will target conceptual understanding and hone highly relevant mathematical skills through scaffolded introduction to statistical methodologies, informal game play, and strategic lab exercises that engage students in hands-on analysis of real data. Team-based problem solving is highly valued, and assessments will guide students through self-reflective analyses of their own preparedness and depth of understanding. The following is an outline of the major themes, units, and topics covered in the course: Univariate Descriptives, Bivariate Relationships Modeling Relationships and Uncertainty, Hypothesis Testing, and Categorical Differences.
Advanced Quantitative Reasoning - On-level and Dual Credit
Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 3123 PEIMS: 03102510
3123D (Dual Credit)
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 and Geometry
DC Prerequisite: TSIA 2 College level ready in Mathematics at the non-algebra or algebra levels
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
NCAA Approved
QP - 10 (3123D only - fall semester only)
In Advance Quantitative Reasoning, students will develop and apply skills necessary for college, careers, and life. Course content consists primarily of applications of high school mathematics concepts to prepare students to become well-educated and highly informed 21st century citizens. Students will develop and apply reasoning, planning, and communication to make decisions and solve problems in applied situations involving numerical reasoning, probability, statistical analysis, finance, mathematical selection, and modeling with algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and discrete mathematics.
Dual Credit: This is a full year high school course which allows for students to earn college credit (TCCN MATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematics (Quantitative Reasoning)) during the fall semester. Students should check with potential colleges or universities about course transferability. This Dual Credit course is intended for non-STEM majors. Topics include introductory treatments of sets and logic, financial mathematics, probability, and statistics with appropriate applications. Number sense, proportional reasoning, estimation, technology, and communication should be embedded throughout the course. Additional topics may be covered.
Calculus AB - AP
Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 3024 PEIMS: A3100101
Prerequisite: Precaclulus
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
NCAA Approved
UIL Exempt Course
QP - 10
Advanced Placement Calculus AB is designed for students who have a thorough knowledge of college preparatory mathematics, including Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Elementary
Analysis. The course includes a study of elementary functions, properties of limits, the derivative
and applications, techniques of integration, and applications of the definite integral. Upon conclusion of this course, students are expected to take the College Board Advanced Placement exam for AP Calculus AB.
Calculus BC - AP
Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 3025 PEIMS: A3100103
Prerequisite: Advanced Precalculus
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
NCAA Approved
UIL Exempt Course
QP - 10
Advanced Placement Calculus BC is considerably more extensive than Calculus AB. The Calculus BC course includes a more in-depth study of the topics of Calculus AB as well as a study of sequences and series and elementary differential equations. Upon conclusion of this course, students are expected to take the College Board Advanced Placement exam for AP Calculus AB/BC.
Calculus 3 - Dual Credit
Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 3058D PEIMS: 03102500
Prerequisite: AP Exam score of 3 or higher on Cal BC or College Course Math 2414
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
NCAA Approved
QP - 10
This is a full year high school course that includes 2 college courses, TCCN MATH 2415 Calculus 3 in the fall semester and TCCN MATH 2420 Differential Equations during the spring semester. Students should check with potential colleges or universities about course transferability.
Fall MATH 2415 - is a study of advanced topics in calculus, including vectors and vector-valued functions, partial differentiation, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integrals, and Jacobians; application of the line integral including Green's Theorem, the Divergence Theorem, and Stokes' Theorem. Spring MATH 2420- is a study of ordinary differential equations, including linear equations, systems of equations, equations with variable coefficients, existence and uniqueness of solutions, series solutions, singular points, transform methods, boundary value problems, and applications.
Linear Algebra - Dual Credit
Grade: 11-12 Credit: .5 – one semester
RISD: 3057D PEIMS: 03102502
Prerequisite: AP Exam score of 3 or higher on Cal BC or College Course Math 2414
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
NCAA Approved
QP - 10 (spring semester only)
This is a one-semester college course (TCCN MATH 2418 Linear Algebra) which is taught in 1 high school semester for a full year 1.0 high school credit. Students should check with potential colleges or universities about course transferability.
MATH 2418 - Introduces and provides models for application of the concepts of vector algebra. Topics include finite dimensional vector spaces and their geometric significance; representing and solving systems of linear equations using multiple methods, including Gaussian elimination and matrix inversion; matrices; determinants; linear transformations; quadratic forms; eigenvalues and eigenvectors; and applications in science and engineering.
Computer Science - AP
Grade: 9 -12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: 7810 PEIMS: A3580110
W7810 – RHS Magnet ONLY
Prerequisite: Geometry or concurrent enrollment in Geometry
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
UIL Exempt Course
QP - 10
This course prepares students to take the Computer Science A AP exam. Students learn to develop programs utilizing various problem-solving skills and techniques. Topics include object-
oriented programming, data structures, control structures, repetition, algorithm analysis, and a case study. This course can count as a math credit for graduation. Upon conclusion of this course,
students are expected to take the College Board Advanced Placement exam for AP Computer Science.
Engineering Mathematics
Grade: 12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: CT3403 PEIMS: 13036700
Prerequisite: Algebra 2
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
NCAA Approved
Berkner High School ONLY
This is a course whereby students use a variety of mathematical methods and models to analyze problems involving data acquisition, spatial applications, electrical measurement, manufacturing processes, materials engineering, mechanical drives, pneumatics, process control systems, quality control, and robotics with computer programming. Other components include structural design, trigonometry in spatial engineering, tensile strength analysis, compression testing, air volumes, mass and volumetric flow rate, precision measurement tools, safety for the industry, and use of engineering methodologies to build prototypes. This course can count as a math credit for graduation.
Accounting II
Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: CT3404 PEIMS: 13016700
Prerequisite: Accounting I
Endorsement: B&I, Multi
Advanced course
This course is a continuation of Accounting I whereby students develop Intermediate Accounting skills in areas as financial statements, bond purchases, managerial accounting concepts, budget details, taxes, compliance, and regulatory issues. This course can count as a math credit for graduation.
Financial Math
Grade: 10-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: CT3048 PEIMS: 13018000
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Endorsement: B&I, Multi
Advanced course
This course is about personal money management. Students will apply critical-thinking skills to analyze personal financial decisions based on current and projected economic factors. Students will integrate career and postsecondary education planning into financial decision making. This course can count as a math credit for graduation.
Manufacturing Engineering Tech II
Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: WT3402 PEIMS: 13032950
Prerequisite: Manu. Engineering Tech. 1
Endorsement: B&I, Multi
Advanced course
Richardson High School Magnet ONLY
In Manufacturing Engineering Technology II, students will gain knowledge and skills in the application, design, production, and assessment of products, services, and systems and how those knowledge and skills are applied to manufacturing. The study of Manufacturing Engineering Technology II will allow students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings. This course can count as a math credit for graduation.
Robotics II
Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 – full year
RISD: CT3050 PEIMS: 13037050
WT3050 – RHS Magnet ONLY
Prerequisite: Robotics I
Endorsement: STEM, Multi
Advanced course
Pearce, Richardson, and Berkner High Schools ONLY
In Robotics 2, students will explore artificial intelligence and advanced programming in the automation robotic industry. Through the implementation of the various design processes, students will transfer academic skills to component design in a project-based environment. Students will build prototypes and use advanced software to test and improve their designs while demonstrating productions, engineering, and problem-solving skills in a real state-of-the-art world environment. This course can count as a math credit for graduation.
Dual Credit Business Math
Grade: 12 Credit: 1 full year
RISD: 3059D PEIMS:03102501
Prerequisite: TSIA 2 Test (must NOT have taken OnRamps Statistics)
Endorsement: B&I, Multidisciplinary
Advanced Course
A student may not take this course if they have taken OnRamps Statistics
(TCCN) MATH 1324 & BUSI 2305
Dual Credit Business Math is a two-semester course that allows students to earn a full year high school math credit in Business Math and 6 college credit hours in Texas Common Course Numbers (TCCN) MATH 1324 & BUSI 2305. The fall semester is college course MATH 1324 in which the application of common algebraic functions related to business, economics, and social sciences are addressed. The spring semester is college course BUSI 2305 in which descriptive and inferential statistical techniques for business and economic decision making are addressed.
Dual Credit Discrete Math
Grade: 11-12 Credit: 1 - 1 semester
RISD: