Mathematics

R = Fulfills graduation requirement at grade level

E = Elective and the year student is eligible for the course

Block Classes = 2 periods / 1 trimester

Secondary Math 1

Course #: 300 & 301 Length: 2 Trimesters Grade Level: 9-11 Credit: 1.0

Recommended Course: None

Integrated strands include algebra, functions, geometry, statistics, probability and discrete math. Scope and sequence includes patterns in change, patterns in data, linear functions, discrete geometric models, and exponential functions, patterns in shape, quadratic functions and patterns in chance. The use of a graphing calculator and technology is an integral part of this course.

Secondary Math 2

Course #: 302 & 303 Length: 2 Trimesters Grade Level: 9-12 Credit: 1.0

Recommended Course: Secondary Math 1

Integrated strands include algebra, functions, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, probability and discrete math. Scope and sequence includes functions, equations, and systems, matrix models, coordinate methods, network optimization, nonlinear equations and systems, regression and correlation, trigonometric methods, and probability distributions. The use of a graphing calculator and technology is an integral part of this course.

Secondary Math 3

Course #: 304 & 305 Length: 2 Trimesters Grade Level: 10-12 Credit: 1.0

Recommended Course: Secondary Math 2

This course offers advanced geometry and algebra topics. Advanced geometric topics include parallel lines, congruence, similarity, circle properties, trigonometry, and proof. Advanced algebraic topics are polynomial functions, rational functions, and exponential and logarithmic functions. This course extends the use of logical thinking to the deductive reasoning processes. This course will help students to prepare for the ACT.

Secondary Math 3 Fundamentals

Course #: 308 & 309 Length: 2 Trimesters Grade Level: 11-12 Credit: 1.0

Recommended Courses: Secondary Math 2

This course offers a review of basic mathematics which consists of an introduction to using a calculator, order of operations, fractions, decimals, use of percentage, units of measurement including the metric system, the reading of analog instruments for length measurement, and practical plane geometry. It reviews fundamental concepts and applications of mathematics. The course emphasizes computational and problem-solving skills with the use of a calculator. Topics include fraction and decimal number, percent problems, a review of graphing, an introduction to descriptive statistics, basic algebra, (signed numbers, algebraic manipulations, solving linear equations, formula rearrangement, word problems, ratios and proportions), measurement, applied plane and solid geometry (angle measurements, the Pythagorean Theorem, calculating perimeters, areas and volumes), radian measure, right triangle trigonometry and solving oblique triangles (the law of sine and cosines). The use of a graphing calculator and technology is an integral part of this course. THIS COURSE MAY NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR MATH CREDIT BY SOME COLLEGES.

Pre-Calculus

Course #: 310 & 311 Length: 2 Trimesters Grade Level: 10-12 Credit: 1.0

Recommended Course: Secondary Math 3

Strands include trigonometry and advanced functions topics. Additional topics include analytical geometry, trigonometric functions and identities, and complex numbers. Students will continue to develop quantitative reasoning and problem solving skills. The use of a graphing calculator and technology is an integral part of this course.

Elementary Algebra With Applications

Course #: 314 & 315 Length: 2 Trimesters Grade Level: 11-12 Credit: 1.0

Recommended Course: Secondary Math 1

This course offers algebra topics with applications. Learners develop algebraic problem solving techniques needed for technical problem solving and for more advanced algebraic studies. Topics include linear equations, exponents, polynomials, rational expressions, and roots and radicals. Successful completion of this course prepares learners to succeed in technical mathematics courses. Students receiving a grade of C or higher will receive the 3 credits at Madison College. THIS COURSE MAY NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR CREDIT BY THE NCAA CLEARINGHOUSE.

Mathematical Reasoning

Course #: 323 & 324 Length: 2 Trimesters Grade Level: 12 Credit: 1.0

Recommended Course: Secondary Math 3 or SM3 Fundamentals

All students, regardless of their college major, need to be able to make reasonable decisions about fiscal, environmental, and health issues that require quantitative reasoning skills. A collaborative, activity-based approach is used in this course to explore numerical relationships, graphs, proportional relationships, algebraic reasoning, and problem solving using linear, exponential and other mathematical models. Students will develop conceptual and procedural tools that support the use of key mathematical concepts in a variety of contexts. This course is not designed for Science, Engineering, or Math students and/or others who require calculus. (This course may be used as the prerequisite for Quantitative Reasoning, Principles of Geometry, General Chemistry, and/or Survey of Physics at MATC.) Students receiving a grade of C or higher will receive the 3 credits at Madison College. THIS COURSE MAY NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR CREDIT BY THE NCAA CLEARINGHOUSE.

Discrete Math

Course #: 318 Length: 1 Trimester Grade Level: 11-12 Credit: 0.5

Recommended Course: Secondary Math 3

Discrete Mathematics involves applications using discrete variables rather than continuous variables, modeling and understanding finite systems is central to the development of the economy, the natural and physical sciences, and mathematics itself. Discrete Mathematics introduces the topics of social choice as a mathematical application, matrices and their uses, graph theory and its applications, and counting and finite probability, as well as the processes of optimization, existence, and algorithm construction. Emerging technologies are incorporated into the curriculum as they become available.

Statistics

Course #: 319 Length: 1 Trimester Grade Level: 11-12 Credit: 0.5

Recommended Course: Secondary Math 3

This course introduces students to descriptive statistics, data collection, probability, and statistical inference. This course may be useful to the student interested in biological sciences, business, social science, psychology, and economics.

Advanced Placement Calculus AB

Course #: 330 & 331 Length: 2 Trimesters Grade Level: 11-12 Credit: 1.0

Recommended Course: Secondary Math 4

This intensive course is designed to fully prepare a student for the national Calculus AB Advanced Placement exam. This course is recommended for anyone interested in a career in mathematics, engineering, science or business economics. The course covers four main topics: limits, derivatives, definite integrals and indefinite integrals. Each topic is explored graphically, analytically, numerically, and verbally.

Advanced Placement Calculus BC

Course #: 332 Length: 1 Trimester Grade Level: 11-12 Credit: 0.5

Recommended Course: Advanced Placement Calculus AB

This intensive course is designed to fully prepare a student for the national Calculus BC Advanced Placement exam. This course is recommended for anyone interested in a career in mathematics, engineering, science or business economics. The course expands on the four main topics of AP Calculus AB - limits, derivatives, definite integrals and indefinite integrals - and also includes the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus and series. Each topic is explored graphically, analytically, numerically, and verbally. Use of technology is an integral part of the course.

Advanced Placement Statistics

Course #: 334 & 335 Length: 2 Trimesters Grade Level: 11-12 Credit: 1.0

Recommended Course: Secondary Math 4

This intensive course is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement Exam in Statistics, which may allow students to earn college credit. This course may be useful to the student interested in biological sciences, business, social science, psychology, and economics.