344 Pre-Calculus ACP

Gr 11 - 12 | 6 Credits | Year-Long | 5x per Cycle

*Prerequisite: Algebra 2

This course is designed to add to a student's knowledge of the various families of functions by looking at the polynomial function and rational function families and expanding on their previous knowledge of trigonometric family of functions. Students will also develop an understanding of radians, angular and linear speed, vectors, and limits. This course is intended for students who will continue mathematics in college with a Calculus course. Graphing calculators will be used as a tool throughout the course but students will be assessed with and without the graphing calculator.

Essential Skills:

• Create and interpret algebraic, trigonometric, and graphical representations using correct notation

• Simplify, solve and evaluate algebraic and trigonometric expressions and equations

• Draw valid conclusions and justify reasoning and solutions