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MATHEMATICS

General Information
The following mathematics courses are sequential and must be taken in this order: 1)Algebra I
2)Geometry
3)Algebra II
4)Pre-Calc
5)AP Calculus.
The only courses that may be taken at the same time are Geometry and Algebra II and this should be considered by only above average and highly motivated mathematics students . . .
Recommendations:
a) only those students receiving “C” or better in any course should consider going on to the sequential course,
b) students receiving “D” or less in any course except Pre- Algebra should repeat that course if they desire to continue in mathematics,
c) 8th grade students who take Algebra I in the middle school should rely on their teachers’ recommendations as to whether they should take geometry in the 9th grade or take Algebra I again

Course Descriptions

Business Math/Personal Finance 1-2
Algebra I-1, I-2, I-3
Geometry 1-2
Geometry 1-2 HD
Algebra II-1, II-2, II-3
Algebra II-1, II-2, II-3 HD

AP Statistics
Mathematics/College Credit 1-2
Pre-Calculus 1-2
MATH - AP Calculus 1-2
MATH - Advanced Calulus AP
MATH - AP Calculus 3-4

Business Math/Personal Finance 1-2 (10-12) (two terms)[TOP]
This course taught by the business department is designed to develop the ability to solve real world problems in order to become productive citizens and workers in a technological
society. Areas of study included are number relationships and operations; patterns and algebra; measurements; and statistics and probability. Problem-solving applications
will be used to analyze and solve business problems for such areas as taxation; savings and investments; payroll records; cash management; financial statements; purchases; sales; inventory records; and depreciation. (Business Math may fulfill two graduation credits of the Mathematics requirement for graduation.) This course does not meet Core 40 math requirements.
 Algebra I-1, I-2, I-3 (9-12)[TOP]
First year algebra consists of a study of the fundamental definitions, axioms, theorems, symbols, and the deductive processes involved in mathematics. Emphasis is placed on the
understanding of these concepts and on the proficiency of handling them in their various aspects of application. The topics covered are variables, open sentences, axioms, equations,
problem solving, negative numbers, inequalities, operations with algebraic expressions, graphs, systems, quadratic equations, real numbers, and functions.
Geometry 1-2 (9-12)[TOP]
(Prerequisite: Algebra I.) This course consists of a study of the undefined terms, the axioms, and the theorems of Euclidean geometry. Emphasis is placed on understanding
the deductive processes involved in proofs, numerical and algebraic exercises, and geometric constructions. The topics covered include inductive and deductive reasoning, triangles,
perpendicular and parallel lines, constructions, area, Pythagorean theorem, circles and area, loci, ratio and proportion, similar polygons, and regular polygons.
Geometry 1-2 HD (9-10)[TOP]
(Prerequisite: Algebra I.) Designed for students seeking an honors-diploma, this course presents the same topics as geometry 1-2, but each area will be covered in more depth
and with more rigor. Heavy emphasis will be placed on deductive reasoning and problem-solving activities.
Algebra II-1, II-2, II-3 (10-12)[TOP]
(Prerequisite: Geometry. Geometry may be taken concurrently with Algebra II but is recommended only for above average mathematics students.) Second year algebra
is designed for the student who has achieved an understanding of the deductive methods of mathematics through his/her study of geometry, is able to create elementary algebra and
geometric proofs, and is proficient in the techniques of mathematics. The axiomatic approach is used throughout in the study of the real and complex number systems, operations
with algebraic expressions, exponents and radicals, relations and functions, systems of equations and inequalities, elements of analytic geometry, and sequences and series.
Emphasis is placed on further developing the ability to reason deductively as well as gaining a high degree of skill in the more complicated operations and processes of algebra.
(Available to qualified students as ALPS Independent Study. See SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND COURSES.)
Algebra II-1, II-2, II-3 HD (10-12)[TOP]
(Prerequisite: Geometry) Designed for students seeking an Honors Diploma, this course presents the same topics as Algebra II, but each area will be covered in more depth and
more rigor. Heavy emphasis will be placed on deductive reasoning and problem solving activities.
AP Statistics (10-12) (two terms)[TOP]
(Prerequisite: Algebra II. May be taken concurrently with Pre-Calculus, Calculus, or alone.) This course prepares students to take the AP Statistics exam for college credit. It is
built around four main topics: exploring data, planning a study, probability as it relates to distributions of data, and inferential reasoning. Specific topics in AP Statistics include interpreting graphic displays, comparing and summarizing distributions of univariate data, exploring bivariate data and categorical data, random sampling, conducting experiments, probability as relative frequency, combining independent random variables, use of the normal t-distributions, simulating sampling distributions, confience intervals and significance tests.
Mathematics/College Credit 1-2 (10-12)[TOP]
(Prerequisite: Algebra II.) The above title is the transcript name for our Finite Mathematics course (which is the same as IU’s M118 Finite Math course). Finite Mathematics
assumes the student is able to work accurately with fractions and decimals, to graph linear equations, and to solve two linear equations in two unknowns. The course discusses set theory, techniques of counting, probability, linear systems, matrices, and linear programming. It also includes applications to business and the social sciences. Students who plan to take Calculus at any point in their high school or college careers should enroll in Pre-Calculus rather than this course. However, Finite Mathematics may be taken concurrently with their Pre-Calculus or Calculus. This course may be taken for IU credit (3 hrs., M118) in ACP program, or for high school credit alone.
Pre-Calculus 1-2 (11-12, some 10)[TOP]
(Prerequisite: Algebra II.) This course is usually selected by those students who have a high ability and a definite interest in mathematics. In this course the student utilizes
extensively the concepts, notation, and techniques from his/her previous courses in algebra and geometry. These are extended and expanded in the study of the following topics:
real and complex number systems, functions, polynomials, exponentials and logarithms, polar coordinates, and trigonometry (the trig is a complete and detailed study of the topic equivalent to approximately one trimester of work.
MATH - AP Calculus 1-2 (mostly 11-12; some 10)[TOP]
(Prerequisite: Pre-calculus.) AP credit available with the AP exam in May and IU M211 credit is available for students who qualify in August on the IU Math Skills Assessment and pay for four credit hours at IU.) This course is taken during the first two trimesters, to be followed by optional but recommended third trimester Advanced Calculus AP. This is a rigorous course which partially covers as much of the College Board’s AB level AP Calculus curriculum as can be done in two trimesters. (To cover the entire AP curriculum or the IU M211 curriculum, students should also enroll in the optional 3rd trimester of MATH - Advanced Calculus AP MA920 (see the next course)). The first two trimesters partially prepare students for the AB level AP Calculus exam in May. While not a requirement, all students are expected to take this exam. Students who want IU credit must take the third trimester course (see course below) Students taking this course must have finished their Trig/Pre- Calc course (no exceptions.) This topics include the theory, algorithm processes, and when and how to use limits, derivatives, applications of derivatives (graphing, related rate, maxmin), integration (including the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, and applications of integration.
MATH - Advanced Calculus AP (Optional) (mostly 11-12; some 10)[TOP]
(Prerequisite: AP Calculus 1-2.) This continues the AP Calculus Curriculum and M211 curriculum and leads to the AP exam in May and the IU M211 Final Exam.
MATH - AP Calculus 3-4 (mostly 12; some 11)[TOP]
(Prerequisite: AP Calculus 1-2 and Advanced Calc.) This is the second year/AP Calculus course. AP BC level Calculus 3-4 prepares the students for the AP Calculus BC level exam
in May. Passing...college calculus. Students are responsible for the topics learned in the first year course. New topics covered are more advanced methods of integration (integration by parts, partial fractions, and trig substitutions, and improper integrals), differential equations (slope fields, Euler’s method, the logistic curve); parametric and polar functions in the context of calculus, and infinite sequences and series, power series, and vectors.

Last Updated : 11 April 2006 :: By William Hilycord