2011-2012 High School Course Planning Guide
Mathematics
| If you are currently enrolled in: | Suggested college-bound options are: |
|---|---|
| Algebra I | Geometry, Honors Geometry |
| Geometry OR Honors Geometry | Algebra II, Honors Algebra II |
| Algebra II OR Honors Algebra II | Pre-Calculus, Honors Pre-Calculus, Electives |
| Pre-Calculus OR Honors Pre-Calculus | Calculus, AP Calculus, Discrete Math, AP Statistics |
- Algebra I (11110) 1 credit
- Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
- Required Course
- No Fee
- Prerequisite Guidelines: None
- This course covers the basic operations with signed numbers and variables, as well as factoring. Equation solving of linear, simultaneous, data analysis and probability, and quadratic equations is presented as well as various graphing techniques. Problem solving strategies are emphasized. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
- 1 Math credit
& ½ non-Math
elective credit Algebra I
Double Block (11110DB) - Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course (replaces Algebra I requirement)
- No Fee
- Prerequisite Guidelines: None
- This course will meet for two consecutive periods within the school day for the entire school year. Students should be sure to reserve two periods on their schedule worksheet when selecting this class. This course covers the basic operations with signed numbers and variables, as well as factoring. Equation solving of linear, simultaneous, and quadratic equations is presented as well as various graphing techniques. Problem solving strategies are emphasized. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
- Geometry (11210) 1 credit
- Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
- Required Course
- No Fee
- Prerequisite Guidelines: Algebra I
- This course is the study of geometric figures in 2 and 3 dimensional space. Inductive and deductive reasoning, the nature of proof, constructions and discovery of relationships are included in the course, as well as data analysis. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
- 1 Math credit
& ½ non-Math
elective credit Geometry
Double Block (11210DB) - Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course (replaces Geometry requirement)
- No Fee
- Prerequisite Guidelines: Algebra I and teacher recommendation
- This course is the study of geometric figures in 2 and 3 dimensional space. Inductive and deductive reasoning, the nature of proof, constructions and discovery of relationships are included in the course, as well as data analysis. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
- Honors Geometry (11215) 1 credit
- Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course (replaces Geometry requirement)
- No Fee
- Prerequisite Guidelines: Algebra I and teacher recommendation
- The Honors Geometry course covers the topics of regular Geometry with the addition of enrichment topics determined by the teacher. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
- Intro to Algebra II (11320) 1 credit
- Grades: 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course
- No Fee
- Prerequisite Guidelines: Geometry
- This course reviews the main concepts from Algebra I and Geometry along with basic Algebra II material. Concepts include, but not limited to, basic number operations, solving equations, graphing linear and quadratic equations, factoring, right triangle, trigonometry, and matrices. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
- Algebra II (11310) 1 credit
- Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
- Required Course
- No Fee
- Prerequisite Guidelines: Algebra I, Geometry. Geometry may be taken concurrently.
- The second course in Algebra is designed to expand the student's initial study of linear and quadratic equations. Practical applications are emphasized throughout. Additional topics include matrices, conic sections, complex numbers and trigonometry. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
- Honors Algebra II (11315) 1 credit
- Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course (Replaces Algebra II)
- No Fee
- Prerequisite Guidelines: Algebra I, Geometry. Teacher recommendation.
- The Honors Algebra II course covers the topics of regular Algebra II with the addition of enrichment topics determined by the teacher. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
- Algebra III (11410) 1 credit
- Grades: 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course
- No Fee
- Prerequisite Guidelines: Algebra II with a “C” or “D” and teacher recommendation. Not open to students with an “A” or “B” in Algebra II
- Algebra III is offered as an alternative for those students not yet ready for the abstraction and rigor of Pre-Calculus. Students can expect to review Algebra II topics and extend their knowledge of advanced concepts, including trigonometry, sequences and series, probability and statistics. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
- Pre-Calculus (11420) 1 credit
- Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course
- No Fee
- Prerequisite Guidelines: Algebra II
- This course explores function theory and involves an in-depth study of trigonometry. Emphasis is also placed upon analytical geometry ideas. Related topics such as the nature of graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions, sequences, series, vectors, polar coordinates, parametric, and complex numbers will be covered. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
- Honors Pre-Calculus (11425) 1 credit
- Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course
- No Fee
- Prerequisite Guidelines: Algebra II
- The honors Pre-Calculus course covers the topics of regular Pre-Calculus with the addition of enrichment topics determined by teacher. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
- Discrete Math (11430) 1 credit
- Grades: 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course
- Fee Required
- Prerequisite Guidelines: Algebra II
- This course deals with a branch of mathematics involving discrete, as opposed to continuous, domains or data sets. Topics within discrete mathematics may include, but are not limited to, combinatorics, logic, sets, relations, functions, mathematical induction, graphs, trees, probability, linear algebra and other modern algebra topics. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
- Calculus (11450) 1 credit
- Grades: 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course
- Fee Required
- Prerequisite Guidelines: Pre-Calculus
- This course uses a problem-solving approach to the study of limits, derivatives, integrals, and continuity. Applications involve the use of previously learned mathematical concepts as they apply to calculus. This course is not confined to the guidelines outlined in the AP program. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
- Advanced Placement
Calculus AB (11510) 1 credit - Grades: 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course
- Fee Required
- Prerequisite Guidelines: Pre-Calculus
- The AP Calculus course is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory calculus course Students will be expected to take the AP Calculus exam in May. Depending on the score achieved on the test, students may be granted college credit or allowed to enroll in upper-level courses as college freshmen. The primary areas of study are differential and integral calculus, which include derivatives, integrals, limits and continuity. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
- Advanced Placement
Calculus BC (11520) 1 credit - Grades: 11, 12
- Elective Course
- Fee Required
- Prerequisite Guidelines: AP Calculus AB
- The AP Calculus BC course is designed to qualify students for placement and credit in a course that is one course beyond that granted for Calculus AB. Students will be expected to take the AP Calculus BC exam in May. Depending on the score achieved on the test, students may be granted college credit or allowed to enroll in upper-level courses as college freshmen. Calculus BC builds on the concepts from Calculus AB. Additional topics include the following; analysis of planar curves given in parametric form, polar form and vector form, Euler's Method, L'Hospital's Rule, improper integrals, series of constants and Taylor series. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
- Advanced Placement
Statistics (11530) 1 credit - Grades: 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course
- Fee Required
- Prerequisite Guidelines: Pre-Calculus; concurrently taking Pre-Calculus or Senior Status
- The AP Statistics course is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory statistics course Students will be expected to take the AP Statistics exam in May. Depending on the score achieved on the test, students may be granted college credit or allowed to enroll in upper-level courses as college freshmen. Four major themes of statistics will be covered as outlined by the College Board. They are: 1. Exploratory analysis of data using graphical and numerical techniques to study patterns and deviations from patterns. 2. Planning a study to clarify the question, 3. Decide upon a method of data collection and analysis, 4. Probability and statistical inference. TI-83+ or TI-84+ calculator required.
Mathematics – Computer Science
- Advanced Placement
Computer Science (11540) 1 credit - Grades: 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course
- Fee Required
- Prerequisite Guidelines: “B-” or better in Introduction to Computer Science or teacher recommendation
- The AP Computer Science course is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory computer science course. Students will be expected to take the AP Computer Science A in May. Depending on the score achieved on the test, students may be granted college credit or allowed to enroll in upper-level courses as college freshmen. Java programming language will be used. Emphasis is on object-oriented program methodology with a concentration on problem solving and algorithmic development. It also includes the study of data structures, design and abstraction.
- Introduction to
Computer Science (11810) 1 credit - Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course
- Fee Required
- Prerequisite Guidelines: “C-” or better in Geometry. Concurrent enrollment with Geometry permitted.
- This course is an introduction to computer science and programming using a sequential and object-oriented approach. Languages investigated may include Basic++, and Java.