Algebra I 5141 Prerequisite: 9th Grade Requirement Credit: 1.0
Description: This year-long course will cover the basic concepts of Algebra including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division (by real numbers); the properties of real numbers; exponents; introduction to proofs in Algebra; equations and inequalities; open sentences in two variables and their graphs; linear systems of two or more linear sentences in two variables; algebraic transformations; polynomials and rational expressions and their solutions; solution of quadratic equations by factorization and completing the square as well as the quadratic formula; the introduction of functions and the graphing of quadratic functions.
Honors Algebra I 5141H Prerequisite: Department Approval Credit: 1.0
Description: This year-long course is designed for the student who has completed a full year course in Algebra I in the 8th grade and has a solid background in mathematics yet needs additional instruction in the subject as evidenced by their performance on the Pallotti Math Placement Test for Algebra. It is a comprehensive study of Algebra topics at a faster pace of instruction. Topics covered include properties of equality; polynomial operations; linear equations; factoring; rational and radical expressions; relations and functions; and quadratic equations.
Description: This year-long course is the study of plane Euclidean geometry. Topics to be covered include the basic geometric concepts of points, lines and planes, triangles, special quadrilaterals and other polygons, circles, area, volume, circumference, perimeter, ratio, proportions and trigonometry.
Honors Geometry 5221H Prerequisite: Algebra I, Placement Test, &/or Department Approval Credit: 1.0
Description: This year-long course is for incoming freshmen and outstanding sophomores who have shown superior achievement in mathematics. It will cover the same content as the regular Geometry course, but will emphasize the more challenging aspects of Geometry and investigate concepts to a greater degree.
Algebra II 5301 Prerequisite: Algebra I & Geometry Credit: 1.0
Description: This year-long course is designed to build upon the basic algebraic concepts introduced in Algebra I. Time is spent on developing a basic understanding of algebraic expressions and equations, functions, polynomials, irrational and complex numbers, radicals, exponents, quadratic functions. Additional emphasis is given to the review of basic mathematical skills and preparation for the standardized tests.
Algebra II/Trigonometry 5311 Prerequisite: Algebra I & Geometry with a C or better &/or Department Approval Credit: 1.0
Description: This year-long course builds on the basics of Algebra I to stress further the structure of algebra and trigonometry as well as the development of computational skills and problem-solving skills. The main areas of study are: linear functions and applications, factoring and calculations with polynomials, complex numbers and their properties, graphs and applications of quadratic functions, exponents and logarithms and the definition and application of trigonometric and circular functions.
Honors Algebra II/Trigonometry 5311H Prerequisite: Honors Algebra I and/or Honors Geometry with a B or better &/or Department Approval Credit: 1.0
Description: This year-long course is a course for honors sophomores and juniors who plan to take Honors Pre-Calculus and AP Calculus. It will cover the same concepts of Algebra II/Trigonometry but will emphasize the more challenging aspects of the course and investigate concepts to a greater degree. This course will also cover matrices and will move at an accelerated pace.
Pre-Calculus 5321 Prerequisite: Algebra II/Trigonometry with a C or better &/or Department Approval Credit: 1.0
Description: This year-long course is intended to give a deeper understanding of algebra and trigonometry so that students can be successful at the college level. Students will also develop an understanding of how advanced mathematics can be used as a modeling language for real-life problems. Topics such as matrices, advanced trigonometry, series and sequences, probability, analytical geometry, and basic differential and integral calculus are included in the development of this course.
Honors Pre-Calculus 5321H Prerequisite: Honors Algebra II/Trigonometry with a B or better &/or Department Approval Credit: 1.0
Description: This year-long course is for honors juniors who plan to take Advanced Placement Calculus senior year. It will cover the same contents as regular Pre-Calculus, but will emphasize the more challenging aspects and investigate concepts to a greater degree. Additional emphasis will be placed on experimenting with new technology.
Calculus 5542 Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus or Honors Pre-Calculus &/or Department Approval Credit: 1.0
Description: This year-long course is primarily concerned with an intuitive understanding of the concepts of calculus and experience with its methods and applications. The intent of this course is to present introductory calculus with elementary functions with emphasis placed on differential and integral calculus topics. This course is designed for those college-bound students who plan to study business, economics, management, and/or the social and life sciences. This course has a more practical approach than a theoretical approach to calculus.
Advanced Placement Calculus 5541 Prerequisite: Honors Pre-Calculus with a B &/or Department Approval Credit: 1.0
Description: This year-long course will develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of both differential and integral calculus in addition to a brief summary of Pre-Calculus material. Students will learn to apply these techniques within the framework of the traditional course structure and a more contemporary philosophy by experimenting with new technology. Additional emphasis will be placed on preparation for successful completion of the Advanced Placement Calculus AB Exam. Students are required to take the AP Exam and are responsible for the testing fee charged by the College Board.
Statistics and Probability 5420 Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Status Credit: .5
Description: This one semester course is an introductory, descriptive course in the practical applications of probability and statistics. It will cover the rules of probability and the basic principles of statistics. Data sampling and the analysis of the data are included.
College Algebra 5430 Prerequisite: Algebra II Credit: 1.0
Description: This year-long course is designed for students who have taken Algebra II. It is an extension of previously learned algebraic concepts that will be applied in a college level math course. Trigonometry will also be included in this course.
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