Mathematics Course Descriptions

Mathematics 6

Course Code 510000

Level: Grade Level

SOL Test Mathematics 6 provides increased opportunities for students to apply critical thinking and problem solving as part of their mathematics studies. Activities allow students to make mathematical connections to the constantly changing world in which we live. Proportional reasoning, mathematical communication and reasoning, as well as mathematical applications are emphasized throughout the course. Problem solving is included in all areas of study so students develop a wide range of skills and strategies for solving standard and nonstandard problems. Topics including estimation, number theory, geometry, algebra, and measurement form the foundation for the study of advanced mathematics later in high school. Emerging

technologies are incorporated into the curriculum in order to allow students opportunities to explore concepts. Students completing this course will take the Grade 6 Mathematics SOL test.

Math 7 (Foundations of Algebra)  

Course Code 514000 

SOL Test This course is designed to prepare students for Algebra I. It provides opportunities for students to apply problem solving and critical thinking as part of their mathematics studies. Topics include practical applications of rational numbers and proportional reasoning, geometry and measurement, algebraic equations, and data representation and interpretation. Mathematical communication and reasoning are emphasized throughout the course. Students completing this course will take the Grade 7 Mathematics SOL test.

Math 7 (Foundations of Algebra)  

Course Code 514000 

SOL Test This course is designed to prepare students for Algebra I. It provides opportunities for students to apply problem solving and critical thinking as part of their mathematics studies. Topics include practical applications of rational numbers and proportional reasoning, geometry and measurement, algebraic equations, and data representation and interpretation. Mathematical communication and reasoning are emphasized throughout the course. Students completing this course will take the Grade 7 Mathematics SOL test.

Pre-Algebra 

Course Code 521000 

SOL Test This course extends concepts and skills from Foundations of Algebra and prepares students for abstract concepts in Algebra 1. Topics include equations, functions, algebraic applications of measurement and geometry, probability, and data analysis. Mathematical problem solving, critical thinking, communication and reasoning are emphasized throughout the course. Students completing this course will take the Grade 8 Mathematics SOL test.

Algebra I 

Course Code 540000

Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra (Mathematics 8)  

1 Credit

SOL Test Algebra I incorporates concepts and skills necessary for students to pursue the study of rigorous advanced mathematics. The arithmetic properties of numbers are extended to include the development of the real number system. The fundamental concepts of equality, functions, multiple representations, probability, and data analysis guide the activities that allow students to enhance problem solving skills. Computers and graphing calculator technologies are incorporated into the curriculum in order to allow students opportunities to explore concepts, provide visual models to support the learning of algebraic concepts, and as powerful tools for solving and verifying solutions to equations and inequalities. Mathematical communication and reasoning emphasized throughout the course.

Pre-Algebra 

Course Code 521000 

SOL Test This course extends concepts and skills from Foundations of Algebra and prepares students for abstract concepts in Algebra 1. Topics include equations, functions, algebraic applications of measurement and geometry, probability, and data analysis. Mathematical problem solving, critical thinking, communication and reasoning are emphasized throughout the course. Students completing this course will take the Grade 8 Mathematics SOL test.

Algebra I 

Course Code 540000

Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra (Mathematics 8)  

1 Credit

SOL Test Algebra I incorporates concepts and skills necessary for students to pursue the study of rigorous advanced mathematics. The arithmetic properties of numbers are extended to include the development of the real number system. The fundamental concepts of equality, functions, multiple representations, probability, and data analysis guide the activities that allow students to enhance problem solving skills. Computers and graphing calculator technologies are incorporated into the curriculum in order to allow students opportunities to explore concepts, provide visual models to support the learning of algebraic concepts, and as powerful tools for solving and verifying solutions to equations and inequalities. Mathematical communication and reasoning emphasized throughout the course.

Geometry 

Course Code 550000

Prerequisite: Algebra I 

1 Credit

SOL Test Geometry is the combined study of plane, solid, and coordinate geometric concepts which

provides students with the skills necessary for the study of advanced mathematics. Investigations of lines, planes, congruence, similarity, areas, volumes, circles, and three-dimensional shapes are incorporated to provide a complete course of study. Formal and informal deductive reasoning skills are developed and applied to the construction of formal proofs. And emphasis on reasoning, problem solving, and proof is embedded in the course and includes two-column proofs, paragraph proofs, and coordinate proofs. Computers and graphing calculator technologies are incorporated into the curriculum to allow students opportunities to explore concepts, engage in inquiry-based learning, provide visual models to support the learning of geometric concepts, and as powerful tools for solving and verifying solutions to equations and inequalities. Mathematical communication and reasoning are emphasized throughout the course.

Algebra II/Trigonometry I 

Course Code 571000

Prerequisite: Geometry

1 Credit

SOL Test Algebra II/Trigonometry provides a thorough study of functions, including parent functions, families of functions and transformational graphing. Transformational graphing uses translations, reflections, dilations, and rotations to generate a family of graphs from a parent graph. The continued study of equations, systems of equations, inequalities, and systems of inequalities builds on Algebra I concepts while polynomials, imaginary numbers in the complex number system, matrices, and sequences and series allow additional opportunities for modeling and practical applications. The study of trigonometry includes trigonometric definitions, applications, equations, and inequalities. The connections between right triangle ratios, trigonometric functions, and circular functions are emphasized. Graphing calculators and other emerging technologies are incorporated into instruction to enhance teaching and learning. Mathematical communication, reasoning, problem solving, critical thinking, and multiple representations are emphasized throughout the course.