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GENERAL MATH 1800

CREDITS: 5 PER SEMESTER

PREREQUISITE: NONE

COURSE INTENDED FOR: 9th - 12th

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The students will be taught lessons in basic mathematics skills. Topics covered include: Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing whole numbers, decimals and fractions; Metric and U.S. measurements including conversions; Ratios, proportions and percents; graphing and interpreting data and some probability; a basic beginning into algebra and geometry.

MODE OF PRESENTATION:Textbook, the use of scientific calculators (suggested CASIO and that student have their own), discussion, and small group activities.

CONSUMER ECONOMICS 1809

CREDITS: 5 per semester

PREREQUISITE: NONE

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Basic Business Math concepts such as loans, savings, house and car expenses, etc.

MODE OF PRESENTATION: Lecture, Textbook, Overhead Transparencies, Discussion, Question and Answer, and Workbook

COURSE INTENDED FOR: 9th-12th

APPLIED MATH I 1810

CREDITS: 5 PER SEMESTER

PREREQUISITE: NONE

COURSE INTENDED FOR: 9th - 12th

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:The areas covered in this class include the following: estimating, English and metric units; using graphs and charts; working with lines, angles, polygons and solids; using ratio and proportions; working with scale drawings; using signed numbers and scientific notation; precision, accuracy and tolerance; solving problems with powers and roots and use formulas to solve problems. In covering these topics a scientific calculator is used extensively. It is recommended each student have his or her own calculator to use. The topics covered support health occupations, industrial technology, home economics, agriculture, and business/marketing. Hands-on activities and special research projects are also part of this course.

MODE OF PRESENTATION: Lecture, videos, group work, hands-on lab activities, small group work, research and presentations, and work with a calculator.

APPLIED MATH II 1812

CREDITS: 5 PER SEMESTER

PREREQUISITE: APPLIED MATH I or ALGEBRA I OR CONSENT FROM TEACHER

COURSE INTENDED FOR:10th - 12th

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:The areas covered in this class include the following: linear and nonlinear equations; graphing data; statistics and probability; use right triangle relationships and trigonometry; quadratic functions; inequalities, geometry in the workplace; and various problems that are solved with a computer. In covering these topics a scientific calculator is used extensively. It is recommended each student have his or her own calculator to use. The topics covered support health occupations, industrial technology, home economics, agriculture, and business/marketing. Hands-on activities and special research projects are also part of this course.

MODE OF PRESENTATION: Lecture, videos, group work, hands-on lab activities, small group work, research and presentations, and work with a calculator.

ALGEBRA 1 1801

CREDITS: 5 PER SEMESTER

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:The areas covered in this class include covers topics typically treated in a first-year algebra course. Specific topics covered include the following: arithmetic of and evaluation of expressions involving signed numbers, exponents and roots, properties of the real numbers, absolute value and equations and inequalities involving absolute value, scientific notation, unit conversions, solution of equations in one unknown and solution of simultaneous equations, the algebra of polynomials and rational expressions, word problems requiring algebra for their solution (such as uniform motion and coin problems), graphical solution of simultaneous equations, Pythagorean theorem, algebraic proofs, functions and functional notation, solution of quadratic equations via factoring and completing the square, direct and inverse variation, and exponential growth, computation of the perimeter and areas of two-dimensional regions, computation of the surface area and volume of a wide variety of geometric solids, and statistics and probability.

MODE OF PRESENTATION: Lecture, videos, group work, small group work, presentations, and work with a calculator.

ALGEBRA II 1802

CREDITS: 5 PER SEMESTER

PREREQUISITE: ALGEBRA I

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:The areas covered in this class include not only treats topics that are traditionally covered in second-year algebra; it covers a considerable amount of geometry. Specific algebra topics covered include the following: graphical solution to simultaneous equations, scientific notation, radicals, roots of quadratic equations including complex roots, properties of the real numbers, inequalities and systems of inequalities, logarithms and antilogarithms, exponential equations, basic trigonometric functions, algebra of polynomials, vectors, polar and rectangular coordinate systems, and a wide spectrum of word problems requiring algebra to solve. Considerable time is spent developing geometric concepts and writing proof outlines. Students completing Algebra II will have studied the equivalent of one semester of informal geometry. Applications to other subjects such as physics and chemistry as well as "real-world" problems are covered including gas law, force vector, chemical mixture, percent markups, etc. Set theory, probability and statistics, and other topics are also treated.

MODE OF PRESENTATION: Lecture, videos, group work, small group work, presentations, and work with a calculator.

ALGEBRA A

CREDITS: 5 per semester

PREREQUISITE: Completed 8th grade Mathematics Course

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The areas covered in this class include topics typically treated in the first half of a first-year algebra course. Specific topics covered include the following: arithmetic of and evaluation of expressions involving signed numbers, exponents and roots, properties of the real numbers, absolute value and equations and inequalities involving absolute value, scientific notation, unit conversions, solution of equations in one unknown and solution of simultaneous equations, the algebra of polynomials and rational expressions, word problems requiring algebra for their solution (such as uniform motion and coin problems), graphical solution of simultaneous equations, Pythagorean theorem, algebraic proofs, functions and functional notation, solution of quadratic equations via factoring and completing the square, direct and inverse variation, and exponential growth, computation of the perimeter and areas of two-dimensional regions, computation of the surface area and volume of a wide variety of geometric solids, and statistics and probability.

MODE OF PRESENTATION: Lecture, videos, group work, small group work, presentations, and work with a calculator.

COURSE INTENDED FOR: 9th - 12th

TOPICS TO BE COVERED:

Lesson 1 - Lesson 55 (see copy of Table of Contents for specific titles)

Typically 2 block class periods (1 ½ hours) are spent on each lesson

Sequence of Mathematics Courses:

123

Year 1 OptionsAlgebra 1 Algebra AConsumer Economics

Year 2 OptionsAlgebra 2 orGeometryAlgebra BAlgebra A

Year 3 OptionsGeometry or Algebra 2GeometryAlgebra B

Year 4 OptionsTrigonometry or CalculusAlgebra 2Geometry

ALGEBRA B

CREDITS: 5 PER SEMESTER

PREREQUISITE: Completed Algebra A

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The areas covered in this class include topics typically treated in the second half of a first-year algebra course. Specific topics covered include the following: arithmetic of and evaluation of expressions involving signed numbers, exponents and roots, properties of the real numbers, absolute value and equations and inequalities involving absolute value, scientific notation, unit conversions, solution of equations in one unknown and solution of simultaneous equations, the algebra of polynomials and rational expressions, word problems requiring algebra for their solution (such as uniform motion and coin problems), graphical solution of simultaneous equations, Pythagorean theorem, algebraic proofs, functions and functional notation, solution of quadratic equations via factoring and completing the square, direct and inverse variation, and exponential growth, computation of the perimeter and areas of two-dimensional regions, computation of the surface area and volume of a wide variety of geometric solids, and statistics and probability.

MODE OF PRESENTATION: Lecture, videos, group work, small group work, presentations, and work with a calculator.

Topics to be covered in course:

Lesson 56 - Lesson 112 (see copy of Table of Contents for specific titles)

Typically 2 block class periods (1 ½ hours) are spent on each lesson

Sequence of Mathematics Courses:

123

Year 1 OptionsAlgebra 1 Algebra AConsumer Economics

Year 2 OptionsAlgebra 2 orGeometryAlgebra BAlgebra A

Year 3 OptionsGeometry or Algebra 2GeometryAlgebra B

Year 4 OptionsTrigonometry or CalculusAlgebra 2Geometry

GEOMETRY 1803

CREDITS: 5 PER SEMESTER

PREREQUISITE: COMPLETED ALGEBRA I WITH A C OR BETTER. TEACHER CONSENT MUST BE GIVEN TO TAKE GEOMETERY CONCURRENTLY WITH ANOTHER MATH CLASS. (Students MUST have their own protractor and compass)

COURSE INTENDED FOR:10th - 12th

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:This course revolves around definitions, postulates and theorems that apply to various geometric topics. Such topics include: angles, parallel lines, perpendicular lines, triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, and solids. Basic constructions are also performed through out the course. Many formulas are also used to find areas and volumes of various figures. Students will also be required to complete several special projects that include the history of Geometry and real world examples of Geometry.

MODE OF PRESENTATION: Lectures, hands on activities, small group work, and student presentations.

TRIGONOMETRY 1840

CREDITS: 5 PER SEMESTER

PREREQUISITE: GRADE OF B OR BETTER IN ALGEBRA II AND GEOMETRY. TEACHER CONSENT MUST BE GIVEN FOR STUDENTS TO TAKE TRIGONOMETRY CONCURRENTLY WITH GEOMETRY. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT STUDENTS HAVE THEIR OWN TI-83 CALCULATOR FOR THIS CLASS

COURSE INTENDED FOR:11th - 12th

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:1st Semester: The following Trigonometry topics will be covered: Sine and Cosine functions (including graphs); Tangent, Cotangent, Cosecant and Secant functions (including graphs); Solving trigonometric functions; Right triangle trigonometry; Area of a Triangle; and the Laws of Cosine and Sine.

2nd Semester: The following Algebraic topics will be covered: Linear, Quadratic, Polynomial, Exponential, and Logarithmic functions (including graphs); Inequalities; Analytic Geometry and some pre-calculus topics such as limits and the slope of a curve.

MODE OF PRESENTATION: Lectures, hands on activities, small group work, and student presentations and utilization of the TI-83 calculator.

CALCULUS 1804

CREDITS: 5 PER SEMESTER

PREREQUISITE: A GRADE OF B OR BETTER IN TRIGONOMETRY.

COURSE INTENDED FOR:12th

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:This class is designed for college bound students. The focus of instruction is centered around two topics, differentiation and integration. Material covered includes: slope and tangent line to a curve; instantaneous rate of change; area under a curve; length of an arc; and volume of a region under a surface.

MODE OF PRESENTATION: Lecture, extensive use of a TI-83 graphing calculator, student work and small group discussions.

STATISTICS 1834

CREDITS: 5 PER SEMESTER (1 Semester Only)

PREREQUISITE: COMPLETED ALGEBRA I WITH A C OR BETTER.

COURSE INTENDED FOR:10th-12th

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:This course is a 1 semester course. Topics covered in this class will include the following: Definition of statistics, sample and population; correct statistical notations; frequency distributions; central tendency (mean, median, and mode); variability (range and standard deviation); an introduction to z-tests and t-tests; hypothesis testing and probability. The problems in this class will be tied to current events.

MODE OF PRESENTATION: Lecture, teacher lead examples, use of a graphing calculator using the statistical functions, small group work and class presentation