Course Description

ALL students must have this course to graduate. Some students take this course in 8th grade. For all other students, this course should be taken in 9th grade. This course provides students the opportunity to study concepts of algebra, geometry, functions, number and operations, statistics and modeling throughout the course. These concepts include expressions in the real number system, creating and reasoning with equations and inequalities, interpreting and building simple functions, expressing geometric properties and interpreting categorical and quantitative data. Students enrolled in this course will be required to take the state End of Course Test.

NC MATH 2

Credit: Successful completion of Math 1

Prerequisite: Math I

CA: 9th or 10th Grade

ALL students must have this course to graduate. This course continues a progression of the standards established in Math 1. In addition to these standards, Math II includes: quadratics, the complex number system, polynomials, congruence and similarity of figures, trigonometry with triangles, modeling with geometry, probability, making inferences and justifying conclusion. The majority of students will take this course when in 10th grade.

NC MATH 2 HONORS

Credit: 1 math unit

Prerequisite: Level 4 or 5 on Math 1 EOC OR 90 or > in Math 1

Previous Course: Math 1

CA: 9th or 10th Grade

Majority of students in this course are 9th graders. This course is for students in the honors math program. It is a fast paced course that deepens the understanding of the Math 2 curriculum.

NC MATH 3

Credit: 1 math unit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 2

CA: 10th or 11th Grade

ALL students must have this course to graduate. The majority of students will take this course in 11th grade. This course progresses from the standards learned in Math I and Math II. In addition to these standards, Math III extends to include algebraic concepts such as inverse functions, rational functions, circles, parallelograms, trigonometric functions and the unit circle. Math III also includes the geometric concepts of conics and circles. Students enrolled in this course will be required to take the state End of Course Test.

NC MATH 3 HONORS

Credit: 1 math unit

Prerequisite: A on Math 2 Final Exam OR 85 or > in Honors Math 2 or 90 or > in Math 2.

Previous Course: Math 2

CA: 9th, 10th or 11th Grade

The majority of students in this course are 10th graders. This course is for students in the honors math program. It is a fast paced course with limited use of calculators.

DISCRETE MATHEMATICS

(Fulfills 4th Math Requirement)

Credit: 1 math unit

Prerequisite: Math 3

CA: 11th or 12th Grade

The purpose of this course is to introduce discrete structures that are the backbone of computer science. Discrete mathematics is the study of mathematical structures that are countable or otherwise distinct and separable. The mathematics of modern computer science is built almost entirely on discrete mathematics, such as logic, combinatorics, proof, and graph theory. Students will be prepared for college level algebra, statistics, and discrete mathematics courses.

NC MATH 4

(Fulfills 4th Math Requirement)

Credit: 1 math unit

Prerequisite: Math 3

CA: 11th or 12th Grade

The primary focus of this course is on functions and statistical thinking, continuing the study of algebra, functions, trigonometry and statistical concepts previously experienced in NC Math 1-3. The course is designed to be a capstone to introductory statistical concepts. Additionally, the course intentionally integrates concepts from algebra and functions to demonstrate the close relationship between algebraic reasoning as applied to the characteristics and behaviors of more complex functions. Students will be prepared for college level algebra and statistics or as a bridge to prepare students for Pre-calculus or other advanced math courses.

HONORS NC MATH 4

Credit: 1 math unit

Prerequisite: Level 4 or 5 on Math 3 EOC OR 85 or > in Honors Math 3 or 90 or > in Math 3.

Previous Course: Math 3

CA: 11th or 12th Grade

This course is for students in the honors math program. It is a fast paced course with limited use of calculators and covers the Math 4 curriculum with a deeper understanding.

AP PRECALCULUS

Credit: 1 math unit

Prerequisite: Level 4 or 5 on Math 3 EOC OR 85 or > in Honors Math 3 or 90 or > in Math 3.

Previous Courses: Math 3, Math 4, Discrete Math

CA: 10th, 11th or 12th Grade

The majority of students in this course are juniors. This course is the study of algebra and trigonometry concepts needed to be successful in Calculus. This course has limited use of the calculator. This course is for students who are on the math honors track. This course can be used as the 4th math credit required by North Carolina.

"In AP Precalculus, students explore everyday situations using mathematical tools and lenses. Through regular practice, students build deep mastery of modeling and functions, and they examine scenarios through multiple representations. They will learn how to observe, explore, and build mathematical meaning from dynamic systems, an important practice for thriving in an ever-changing world." AP Central Brochure

AP CALCULUS AB AND AP CALCULUS BC

Credit: 2 (each year-long)

Prerequisite: 85 or > in Honors Pre-Calculus/AP Pre-Calculus

Previous Course: Pre-Calculus

CA: 12th Grade

AP CALCULUS AB: Explore the concepts, methods, and applications of differential and integral calculus. You’ll work to understand the theoretical basis and solve problems by applying your knowledge and skills.

AP CALCULUS BC: An introductory college-level calculus course. Students cultivate their understanding of differential and integral calculus through engaging with real-world problems represented graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally and using definitions and theorems to build arguments and justify conclusions as they explore concepts like change, limits, and the analysis of functions.

Calc BC is the continuation of Calculus AB (similar to Calc II at a college, where AB is Calc I). Students will only take one exam - the BC exam - and will receive two scores: a BC score and an AB 'subscore'. The College Board recommends colleges and universities accept this sub-score as they would a score on the AB exam, which could allow the students to gain credit for AB Calculus (Calc I), even if they do not score high enough to receive BC credit (Calc II).

AP STATISTICS

(Counts as an elective)

*This class is a spring semester class and is part of AP Collaboration with THS. Students must provide your own transportation.)

Credit: 1 unit

Prerequisite: Level 4 or 5 on Math 3 EOC OR 85 or > in Honors Math 3 or 90 or > in Math 3

Previous Courses: Math 3, Discrete Math or Pre-Calculus

CA: 11th or 12th Grade

The AP Statistics course is equivalent to a one-semester, introductory, non-calculus-based college course in statistics. The course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. There are four themes in the AP Statistics course: exploring data, sampling and experimentation, anticipating patterns, and statistical inference. Students use technology, investigations, problem solving, and writing as they build conceptual understanding.