Mathematics Department

Course Number(s): MA5036, MA5037, MA5038

Credit(s): 3 Grade(s): 9

Prerequisite(s): Teacher recommendation required

Intermediate Algebra (A) establishes the foundations for all future math courses. A strong emphasis will be placed on logical thinking and problem solving abilities. Topics in this course will cover Minnesota state standards including; equations, inequalities, functions, linear functions/equations, and systems of equations and inequalities. Mathematical situations(models) will be represented by using algebraic symbols in understanding quantitative relationships.

Course Number(s): MA5048, MA5049, MA5050 

Credit(s): 3 Grade(s): 9-10

Prerequisite(s): Algebra 8 or Intermediate Algebra (B) 

Syllabus

*Graphing or Scientific Calculator Required

Geometry explores the relationship of lines, angles, and other figures which lie in a plane, and some special relationships of solid geometry are considered. Methods of reasoning which lead to logical conclusions are also studied. Knowledge of geometry is advised for further study in many of the vocational courses of study as well as for those students continuing on to college.

Course Number(s): MA5057, MA5058, MA5059 

Credit(s): 3 Grade(s): 10-12

Prerequisite(s): Geometry and Intermediate Algebra (B)

*Students who have not passed at least 2 trimesters of Intermediate Algebra (B) will need to retake that course before moving on to Algebra 2.

Syllabus

*Graphing Calculator Recommended

Algebra 2 is a continuation of Intermediate Algebra which extends into more advanced topics. Topics will include:  linear and quadratic functions and equations, systems, graphs, data/statistics, parent functions, trigonometry, and polynomials. Students will investigate relationships between equations and graphs. Enrollment in this course will be based on the recommendations of your Intermediate Algebra and Geometry teachers. 

Course Number(s): MA5073, MA5074, MA5075 

Credit(s): 3 Grade(s): 11-12

Prerequisite(s): Advanced Algebra 2 or Algebra 2

Syllabus

*Graphing Calculator Recommended

College Prep Math is an extension of some of the topics from advanced algebra that will prepare students for postsecondary math classes. This course will cover topics including: Linear Equations and Inequalities, Systems of Equations, Matrices, Polynomial and Exponents, Quadratic Functions, Family of Functions and Graphs, Rational Functions, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, Sequences and Series, and Discrete Mathematics.

Course Number(s): MA5072

Credit(s): 3 Grade(s): 11-12

Prerequisite(s): Advanced Algebra 2 or Algebra 2

Syllabus

*3 University of Minnesota Credits

*Graphing Calculator Required

*Must be between top 50% and 20% of graduating class, or have instructor approval

The class covers techniques of representing the behavior of real-world data with algebraic equations, including linear, polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions. Students also learn basic probability theory including counting methods and conditional probability. The class emphasizes the use of traditional algebraic methods and technologies such as graphing calculators and Excel spreadsheets to find equations that accurately represent the behavior of real-world data.