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All students taking mathematics should have a scientific or graphing calculator. Students enrolled in Advanced Algebra and above are required to have a graphing calculator. The graphing calculator recommended for use in the district’s upper-level mathematics courses is the Texas Instruments TI-83 Plus.

APPLIED MATHEMATICS;

Grade 9; full year
Prerequisite: teacher recommendation
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Applied Math stresses basic skills using technology where appropriate. The course includes concepts ranging from computational skills through pre-algebra and pre-geometry. Also included is work on problem-solving skills, practical applications, and hands-on activities. The TI-30 scientific calculator is recommended.

ALGEBRA PART I;

Grades 9-11; full year
Prerequisite: Applied Mathematics or qualifying scores on the mathematics placement assessment
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Algebra Part I represents the beginning of a comprehensive program in first-year algebra designed to be studied over a two-year period. It has been developed for the college-bound student whose basic arithmetic skills are adequate, but who is not equipped with the background in mathematics to qualify him/her for the one-year algebra course. Algebra Part I reviews and applies basic arithmetic skills as well as emphasizes algebra concepts and skills. Successful completion of Algebra Part I qualifies the student for the follow-up Algebra Part II course. The TI-30 scientific calculator is recommended.

ALGEBRA PART II;

Grade 10-12; full year
Prerequisite: Algebra Part I
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Algebra Part II represents the completion of the study of first-year algebra and preparation for geometry. The TI-30 scientific calculator is recommended.

ALGEBRA;

Grades 9-10; full year
Prerequisite: Qualifying scores on the mathematics placement assessment.
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For the qualified first year mathematics student, Algebra is the appropriate preparation needed to go on to advanced mathematics courses. Algebra is the approach to problem solving which stresses not only basic algebraic skills, but also the structure of the real number system. All of the topics of elementary algebra through quadratics are studied.

GEOMETRY;

Grades 9-10; full year
Prerequisite: Algebra Part I and II, Algebra, or qualifying scores on the mathematics placement assessment.
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Beginning with an acquisition of information about geometric figures in the plane, geometry develops an understanding of the inductive and deductive methods of thinking. Throughout the year, problem solving is stressed in applying thinking skills and algebraic processes to mathematical situations. Geometry also includes work in space geometry, coordinate geometry, circles, areas, and volumes.

GEOMETRY;

Grades 11-12; full year
Prerequisite: Algebra Part I and II, Algebra, or qualifying scores on the mathematics placement assessment.
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HONORS GEOMETRY;

Grades 9-10; full year
Prerequisite: Qualifying scores on the mathematics placement assessment and teacher recommendation
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This class provides students with an in-depth study of geometry. Emphasis is placed on inductive and deductive reasoning, including formal geometric proof, problem solving, and the use of algebraic skills within a geometric framework. Participation in math contests is required.

ADVANCED ALGEBRA;

Grades 10; full year
Prerequisite: Geometry
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This course helps the students understand algebra as a study of the structure of real and complex number systems, to recognize the techniques of algebra as an outgrowth of this structure, and acquire facility in applying algebraic concepts and skills. The course also exposes the student to the topics of conics, sequences and series, permutations, combinations, and probability.

ADVANCED ALGEBRA;

Grades 11-12; full year
Prerequisite: Geometry
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HONORS ALGESTRY;

Grade 10; full year
Prerequisite: Meet placement requirements for Advanced Algebra and Chemistry
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This team-taught, two-hour block course integrates Chemistry and Advanced Algebra. Students use technology to refine problem-solving and laboratory skills. This is an excellent course for students interested in engineering or other occupations requiring a strong math and science background. Honors sections of this course are available. Students must meet the placement requirements for Honors Chemistry and Honors Advanced Algebra to be in Honors Algestry.

HONORS ADVANCED ALGEBRA;

Grade 10; full year
Prerequisite: Honors Geometry with an A or B or qualifying scores on mathematics placement assessments
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The course is the same as Advanced Algebra with more emphasis placed on analysis, applications, deductive reasoning and with Advanced Algebra concepts pursued in greater depth. Participation in math contests is required.

QUANTITATIVE LITERACY;

Grade 12; full year
Prerequisite: None
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This course will help students understand the concepts behind the uses of mathematics, especially statistics and probability, that apply to our lives. Number sense, measurement, and technical reading and writing will also be studied to prepare students for future careers.

FINITE MATHEMATICS 1;

Grades 11-12; 1 semester
Prerequisite: Advanced Algebra
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This course is devoted to linear programming, matrices, and the mathematics of finance. Students will also learn how to use spread sheet programs as problem-solving tools. Each student is expected to own his/her own graphing calculator. This is an elective course.

FINITE MATHEMATICS 2;

Grades 11-12; 1 semester
Prerequisite: Advanced Algebra
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Topics of study in this course include probability, statistics, and the use of matrices to predict future probabilities. Each student is expected to own his/her own graphing calculator. This is an elective course.

PRE-CALCULUS;

Grades 11-12; full year
Prerequisite: Advanced Algebra
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This course integrates college algebra, trigonometry, and analytic geometry with a strong emphasis on the unifying concept of function. The course further emphasizes problem solving and applications. The graphing calculator is used as a tool for computation, discovery, and problem analysis. Therefore each student is required to own his/her own graphing calculator. Any student interested in the physical sciences, engineering, actuarial science, or any field for which calculus is a prerequisite should take Pre-Calculus.

HONORS PRE-CALCULUS;

Grades 11-12; full year
Prerequisite: A or B in Honors Advanced Algebra
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While the course content is the same as Pre-Calculus, the level of intensity, thoroughness, and expectation for student performance is significantly higher. Each student is required to own his/her own graphing calculator.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS AB;

Grades 11-12; full year
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus
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Students review topics from Pre-Calculus, before initiating a thorough study of limits. The two basic types of limits that are central to calculus, namely the derivative and integral, are studied. Though the emphasis is not on a rigorous proof of theorems, students will develop an understanding of the theorems and applications. The normal calculus sequence at colleges and universities is three semesters so AP Calculus AB is equivalent to the first semester of college calculus. Students are expected, though not required, to take the Advanced Placement AB calculus exam. The course requires college-like commitment and study habits. A TI-83+, TI-86, TI-89, or equivalent calculator is required.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS BC;

Grades 11-12; full year
Prerequisite: A or B in Honors Pre-Calculus
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In this course, students review topics from Pre-Calculus before initiating a thorough study of limits. The two basic types of limits that are central to calculus, namely the derivative and integral, are studied. Though the emphasis is not on a rigorous proof of theorems, students will develop an understanding of theorems and applications . The normal calculus sequence at colleges and universities is three semesters. AP Calculus BC is the equivalent of the first two semesters of college calculus. Students are expected, though not required, to take the Advanced Placement BC calculus exam. The course requires college-like commitment and study habits. A TI-83+, TI-86, TI-89, or equivalent calculator is required

CALCULUS 3;

Grades 11-12; one semester
Prerequisite: Advanced Placement Calculus BC
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Calculus at the university level is traditionally a three-semester sequence of classes. The Advanced Placement Calculus BC class currently offered covers the first two of these semesters. This one semester course expands on many of the topics studied in BC Calculus. It also introduces new topics to the students such as vectors, the calculus of three dimensions, partial differentiation, multiple integrals, and the applications of all of the above.

LINEAR ALGEBRA;

Grades 11-12; one semester
Prerequisite: Calculus 3
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One of the first courses after calculus at colleges and universities is a one-semester introduction to linear algebra. Linear Algebra takes many of the ideas studied in Calculus 3 and approaches them from a different point of view. It also provides a theoretical framework for much that is studied in calculus

ADVANCED PLACEMENT STATISTICS;

Grades 11-12; full year
Prerequisite: Advanced Algebra with a grade C or higher
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This class is an introduction to probability and statistics. It is equivalent to a one-semester, three-hour college course. Students will learn to summarize statistical data graphically and numerically. They will learn how data is collected and will plan and carry out a survey or experiment of their own. Students will learn how to calculate probabilities and will learn about the importance of the normal distribution in probability and statistics. Students will also learn confidence intervals and significance testing and how they are used in practice for both large and small data sets. A TI-83+ calculator or its equivalent is required. This course is valuable for any student interested in education, psychology, business careers.