Mathematics
Mathematics
The Mathematics curriculum provides students with the opportunity to achieve their maximum potential in understanding mathematics. An important goal is the development of students’ problem solving ability with evidence of computational as well as conceptual understanding.
Students will work with teachers and parents/guardians during registration to select the most appropriate math course each year. Graduation requires 3 math credits. Courses marked with an asterisk (*) are for elective credit only and do not currently fulfill any of the 3 required math credits for graduation.
FOUNDATIONS OF MATH
Course: 119551/219551 Credit: 1.0/Year Offered: Year Year Taken: 9
Fee: None Prereq: Students may not register themselves for this course. Teacher referral only.
Foundations of Math is offered as a skill building class for students in order to prepare them for Integrated math I and the beginnings of the Common Core standards for high school mathematics. Topics include: integers, fractions, expressions, equations, inequalities, slope & graphing, exponents, systems, writing equations and 2D Geometry.
This class is not approved by the NCAA Eligibility Center as a core math course.
INTEGRATED MATH I
Course: 119041/219041 Credit: 1.0/Year Offered: Year Year Taken: 9-10
Fee: $3 Prereq: None
Math I is the first of a two-year sequence of introductory high school math courses defined by the Wisconsin Standards for Mathematics. Standards instructed include reasoning and solving equations, linear equations, inequalities, and systems of linear equations, linear and exponential functions, foundations of geometric thinking and reasoning, and an introduction to geometric principles, and statistics.
INTEGRATED MATH II
Course: 119161/219161 Credit: 1.0/Year Offered: Year Year Taken: 9-12
Fee: $3 Prereq: INtegrated Math I
Math II covers the second year of the mathematics curriculum defined by the Common Core standards and is based on understanding and completion of Integrated MathI concepts. These standards include:
Congruence, proof, and construction
Similarity, proof, and trigonometry
3-D Geometry
Connection algebra and geometry through coordinates
Circles
Applications of probability
MATH IN CONSTRUCTION
Course: 119561/219561 Credit: 2.0/Year (1.0 Math/1 Elective) Offered: Year Year Taken: 09-12
Fee: None Prereq: None
In this course students will be exposed to construction careers such engineering, architecture, construction management, interior design, landscape architecture, and surveying. Students will learn safety, problem solving, tool use, and drawing interpretation and understand the interrelation of geometry in construction. Students will use coordinate geometry in the study of area, perimeter, volume, transformations, congruence, and functions. The class will be taught by both a Math and Technology & Engineering Educaion teacher so that students experience the connections between construction and geometry. Successful completion of this course will result in the required 1.0 math credit for Integrated Math II and a 1.0 elective credit.
This course is approved by the NCAA Eligibility Center as a core math course
INTERMEDIATE MATH
Course: 119111/219111 Credit: 1.0/Year Offered: Year Year Taken: 10-12
Fee: None Prereq: Integrated Math I
Intermediate Algebra is a bridge course between Integrated Math I and Integrated Math II. This course is intended to solidify understandnig of the critical concepts from Math I and establish a proper foundation for future success in Math II. Topics include, but are not limited to : Systems of Equations & In equalities, Exponential Functions, Congruence, Quadratics, and Right Triangle Trig.
This class is not approved by the NCAA Eligibility Center as a core math class.
ALGEBRA II
Course: 119061/219061 Credit: 1.0/Year Offered: Year Year Taken: 11-12
Fee: $3 Prereq: Integrated Math
Algebra II covers the third year of the mathematics curriculum defined by the Common Core standards. These standards include:
Polynomial, rational, and radical relationships
Function modeling
Statistics
Trigonometry functions (optional)
Desmos Online Graphing calculators will be utilized in this course.
ALGEBRA II EXTENDED
Course: 119071/219071 Credit: 1.0/Year Offered: Year Year Taken: 9-12
Fee: $3 Prereq: Integrated Math and Geometry REQUIRED
Algebra II Extended is an advanced level course covering the third year of the mathematics curriculum defined by the Common Core standards. These standards include:
Polynomial, rational, and radical relationships
Function modeling
Statistics
Trigonometry functions
Desmos Online Graphing calculators will be utilized in this course.
ALGEBRA III
Course: 119011-219011 Credit: 1.0/Year Offered: Year Year Taken: 11-12
Fee: None Prereq: Algebra II (any level) Credit: Dual credit available
Algebra III is a course designed for students who would like to further strengthen their math skills before furthering their education in either the college or technical education setting. Topics included are: function analysis, sequences and series, exponential and logarithmic functions, data analysis, systems of equations, rational functions and conic sections.
NTC Equivalent Class:
College Algebra w/Apps #10-804-195 (3 credits)
Department: General Studies
PRE-CALCULUS
Course: 119241/219241 Credit: 1.0/Year Offered: Year Year Taken: 9-12
Fee: None Prereq: Algebra II (any level) Credit: Dual credit available
This is a year-long course designed for college bound students planning to take calculus. Topics included are: function analysis, trigonometric functions, analytical geometry, complex numbers, polar coordinates, parametric equations, vectors, exponential and logarithmic functions, data analysis, curve fitting, rational functions, limits, and rates of change. TI-Nspire graphing calculators will be utilized in this course.
NTC Equivalent Class:
Trigonometry with Applications #10-804-196 (3 credits)
Department: General Studies
ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS (AB)
Course: 119021/219021 Credit: 1.0/Year Offered: Year Year Taken: 9-12
Fee: None Prereq: Pre-Calculus
AP Calculus (AB) is a year-long course in introductory calculus with elementary functions. Students will have the opportunity to take the AP exam at the end of the year for potential college credit. This course is intended for students who have a thorough knowledge of college preparatory mathematics, Algebra through Pre-Calculus. In its simplest form, Calculus is the study of how “things” change. Practical examples of changes studied include: bacterial growth, stock market prices, profits/losses, snowfall, temperature, populations, insurance rates/claims, and fuel consumption, to name a few. Universities, the military, government agencies, airlines, engineering, software companies, and construction companies are only a few employers who seek individuals with a solid knowledge of calculus. Even doctors and lawyers use calculus to help build the discipline necessary for solving complex problems, such as diagnosing patients or planning a prosecution case. Despite its mystique as a more complex branch of mathematics, calculus touches our lives each day, in ways too numerous to calculate. A graphing calculator (TI-Nspire CAS) will be used throughout the course.
Note: Many colleges will grant up to six semester credits for successful completion (an AP score of “3” or higher) of the Advanced Placement Calculus test administered by the College Board in May each year.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT STATISTICS
Course: 119431/219431 Credit: 1.0/Year Offered: Year Year Taken: 10-12
Fee: None Prereq: Geometry with current Alg II or Alg II Ext enrollment
AP Statistics is a year-long course with the opportunity of earning college credit through the AP exam at the end of the year. Students will describe data graphically and numerically, explore the design of surveys and experiments, and develop the skills used in making sound statistical decisions. Statistics is used and required by many fields of study (not just for the mathematically elite). Some of these areas include: health related studies such as physicians, pharmacists or nurses, psychology and sociology; business and economics; biology and other sciences; engineering; actuarial science; agriculture and food science; general research; and many others. A graphing calculator (TI-Nspire CAS) will be used throughout the course.
Introduction to Statistics is not required to take AP Statistics.
Note: Many colleges will grant 3 credits for successful completion of the Advanced Placement Statistics test administered by the College Board in May each year (A score of 3 or better is considered passing at most universities).
Computer Science Electives
CS-INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING*
Course: 119181 Credit: .5/sem (elective credit) Offered: Semester I Year Taken: 9-12
Fee: None Prereq: None
In this introductory course, students explore the structures and processes for developing solutions using computer code, and develop Computational Thinking skills that are highly valued in the modern workplace. Programming is a creative process that fosters ingenuity, perseverance and critical-thinking; it is all about thinking logically. Programming is everywhere and is for everyone. Today’s computer scientists work with medical imaging, bioinformatics, mobile devices, digital imaging, music and movies, robots and automation, and thousands of other applications. Computer technology extends our human abilities to invent and innovate in virtually every field of study, and tremendous career opportunities exist for anyone who has specific skills and training in Computer Science.
Students will learn structured programming through writing applications using the Python programming language. Assignments range from writing simple games to designing useful scientific and business applications. The logical-deductive reasoning skills developed in this course serve as a solid foundation for later CS courses, and are valuable in any academic discipline. Project Stem serves as the platform for this class which allows programming to be done on the chromebook.
This class is not approved by the NCAA Eligibility Center as a core math course.
CS-WEB DESIGN*
Course: 219191 Credit: .5/sem (elective credit) Offered: Semester II Year Taken: 9-12
Fee: None Prereq: None
This course introduces students to the techniques used to design, build and maintain a quality website. Students learn HTML (HyperText Markup Language), which provides the blueprint for creating correct structure and content of a web page, and CSS (Cascading Style Sheets), which applies the visual styling and layout features that make a web page functional, attractive and unique. Learning how to develop web pages requires an eye for detail, solid reading and reasoning skills, and a working knowledge of HTML and CSS. These key skills will enable students to construct websites for personal and professional use.
This class is not approved by the NCAA Eligibility Center as a core math course.
CS-ADVANCED PLACEMENT COMPUTER SCIENCE A*
Course: 119211/219211 Credit: 1.0/Year (elective credit) Offered: Year Year Taken: 10-12
Fee: None Prereq: Intro to Programming (with a grade of C or better)
AP Computer Science A builds upon the foundations developed in the Introduction to Programming course. Fundamental topics in this course include the design of solutions to problems, the use of data structures to organize large sets of data, the development and implementation of algorithms to process data and discover new information, the analysis of potential solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing systems. The course emphasizes object-oriented programming and design using the Java programming language. Students must plan for and set aside appropriate time needed for designing, writing, testing and de-bugging programs. A home computer is highly recommended.
There is a large need in the U.S. to increase the number of CS and IT graduates in both 2 and 4-year programs to fill the growing demand for programmers and IT specialists. Data suggests that students who complete the AP Java course in high school enjoy far more success transitioning to college-level programming courses. Students will be eligible to take the AP Computer Science A exam in May.
This class is not approved by the NCAA Eligibility Center as a core math course.
CS-EXPLORING COMPUTER SCIENCE *
Course: 119151/219151 Credit: 1.0/Year (elective credit) Offered: Year Year Taken: 10-12
Fee: None Prereq: Intro to Programming (with a grade of C or better) Recommend following AP CS
Exploring Computer Science allows students to explore a variety of fields in the very broad study of computer science. Topics include: App Development, Networking, Game Design, and Cybersecurity with the possibility of exploring Artificial Intelligence and Physical Computing (depending on time restraints).These skills extend those coding skills developed in Intro to CS and AO CS, but focus on different aspects of skills needed in the world of computing and projects. This course will hopefully inspire future computer scientists to challenge themselves in new areas of computing.
This class is not approved by the NCAA Eligibility Center as a core math course.
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