DATA SCIENCE (MT251)
Grade 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Elective
Prerequisite: Geometry CPA/CPB and Algebra 2 CPA/CPB*
This course introduces students to the main ideas in data science through free tools. Students will learn to explore data through project-based units where they will develop an understanding of data analysis, sampling, correlation/causation, bias and uncertainty, probability, modeling with data, making and evaluating arguments, and the power of data in society.
*Exceptional students in Financial Algebra may be considered for Data Science on an individual basis.
STATISTICS & PROBABILITY (MT250)
Grades 11, 12; 5 credits; One Year Elective
Prerequisite: Algebra 2 CPA/CPB* and Geometry CPA/CPB
This course provides instruction in probability with statistical applications and will help the student understand the fundamental ideas that underlie decisions that are reached by the extensive use of statistical methods in the modern world. Topics to be covered include descriptive statistics, probability and inference. Students will utilize professional statistical software to analyze data. ^^Three college credits may be earned through the Fairleigh Dickinson University Middle College Program.
*Exceptional students in Financial Algebra may be considered for Statistics/Probability on an individual basis.
COLLEGE MATH TOPICS (MT240)
Grades 12; 5 credits; One Year Elective
Prerequisite: Geometry CPA/CPB and Algebra 2 CPA/CPB or Financial Algebra
This course serves as a fourth-year college preparatory mathematics elective, designed to introduce students to a variety of engaging and practical mathematical topics. Emphasizing concepts not typically covered in traditional math courses, the curriculum addresses skills increasingly essential for academic and careen readiness. Topics include probability, voting and apportionment, statistics, graph theory, linear programming, and coding. The course also provides a review the mathematical concepts commonly assessed on standardized tests such as the SAT, to support student success.
FINANCIAL ALGEBRA (MT241)
Grade 11, 12; 5 credits; Required One Year
Prerequisite: Geometry CPA/CPB
This course is offered as the third or fourth year of the mathematics college preparatory sequence. The purpose of the course is to give students the tools to become a financially responsible young adult by relating algebra, geometry, precalculus, and probability and statistics to financial problems that occur in everyday life. Real-world problems in investing, credit, banking, auto insurance, mortgages, employment, income taxes, budgeting and planning for retirement are solved by applying the relevant mathematics. Projects, computer spreadsheets, and graphing calculators are key components of the course. This course may use this course to fulfill either the Math or PFL requirement, but not both.
SAT PREPARATION (EN921)
Grades 10 (spring only), 11; 2.5 credits; Elective
The primary goal of this semester course is to help students prepare for the SAT in math and language arts. Students will receive one marking period of mathematics instruction and one marking period of language arts instruction. In this course students will learn how the SAT is scored, review and practice math and language arts concepts for each question type, learn test-taking strategies, and practice pacing by taking several timed practice tests.