Math
Mathematics 7
This yearlong course involves units about number sets and operations within number sets, decimal numbers to fractions and percents, calculating percentages, graphing on a line and a plane, areas and volumes, and probability and statistics.
Pre-Algebra 8
This year long course is a comprehensive course designed to provide the necessary skills for the successful transition from 8th grade into the high school math program. The course incorporates the following topics: multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction of decimals, fractions, and percents; calculating areas and perimeters of various polygons and circles; calculating volumes of prisms, pyramids, spheres, and cones, and their surface areas; probability and statistics; and an emphasis on basic algebra properties and concepts.
Algebra 8
This year long course involves the solving of simple equations by properties of equality; linear equations by addition, subtraction, substitution, and graphing methods; and quadratic equations by factoring, graphing, and using the quadratic formula. The algebraic properties will be stressed, and reviews of percents, proportions, and problem solving strategies will be incorporated. Sets and functions will also be introduced. Finally, basic trigonometry will be touched upon, as will polynomials and the solving of inequalities. The prerequisites for the course are successful completion of Math 7, instructor recommendation, and top test scores.
Algebra I
The course involves the solving of simple equations by properties of equality, linear equations by addition, subtraction, substitution, graphing methods, and quadratic equations by factoring, graphing, and quadratic formula. The algebraic properties will be stressed. Percents, proportions, and problem solving strategies will also be reviewed.
Geometry
The prerequisite for Geometry is the successful completion of Algebra I. The yearlong course involves the calculation of areas and measures involving polygons, circles, prisms, pyramids, spheres, and other 2D shapes and 3D figures. There are also units on right triangle trigonometry, proportional relationships, and properties of circles. The course also incorporates many algebraic principles, covers some data and statistics, and introduces the writing of two column proofs using direct and indirect reasoning
Algebra II
This year long course is designed for 10th to 12th grade students and covers a review of basic algebra concepts, solving of linear equations using graphing, substitution, elimination, and matrices, and the solving of quadratic equations by factoring, graphing and using the quadratic formula. Polynomials will be covered including their properties, factoring, and solutions to equations involving them. Rational expressions and equations will also be introduced, as will complex numbers and variation problems. The successful completion of both Algebra I and Geometry is required.
Intermediate Algebra (Math-1010)
Prerequisite: MATH-0160 or Accuplacer (or other appropriate placement test)
Intermediate Algebra is a semester long dual-credit offering. This course is designed to prepare students for College Algebra. Topics include functions, graphing, systems of equations, inequalities, polynomials and polynomial functions, rational expressions and rational equations, exponents and radicals, and quadratic functions.
Trigonometry (Math 1210)
Prerequisite: MATH-1150 or Accuplacer (or other appropriate placement test)
Trigonometry is a semester long dual-credit offering. This course is a study of trigonometry and its applications. Topics include trigonometric functions, analytic trigonometry, and applications of trigonometry from engineering and the physical sciences.
Business Math
Prerequisites for the course are successful completion of three years of high school math. This is a yearlong course for 12th grade that focuses on the mathematics used in a person's everyday personal and business life. Units of learning within the course are Basic Math Skills, Managing Your Money, Managing Your Expenses, Making Financial Decisions, Making business Decisions and Managing Business Finances. Each unit consists of multiple chapters that create a progression from earning an income, paying taxes and other deductions, budgeting and expenses, and making major purchases all the way to relating personal income and expenses to a business. Upon completion of the course, students should have a solid background of personal and business finances.
Applied Statistics (STAT-2170)
Prerequisite: MATH-1010 or Accuplacer (or other appropriate placement test)
Applied Statistics is a semester long dual-credit offering that is a standard applied statistics course that applies to a wide variety of academic disciplines; e.g., medicine, biology, engineering, business, psychology, etc. Topics to be covered include descriptive statistics, probability, distribution theory, confidence intervals, test of hypothesis, Chi-squared test, and linear correlation and regression. The course utilizes a robust software page, (e.g., SPSS, et. al.) for selected problems. Prerequisites include Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra 2, and an ACT test score of 22 or higher on the math portion or a quality score on the current college placement.
College Algebra (Math 1150)
Prerequisite: MATH-1010 or Accuplacer (or other appropriate placement test)
College Algebra is a semester long dual-credit offering. This course is designed to prepare students for Trigonometry and Calculus. This course is the study of relations, functions and their graphs, equations and inequalities, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations and inequalities.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is a yearlong course designed to increase overall computer knowledge with an emphasis on computer security. Topics to be covered may include computer hardware, software, programming, networking, operating systems, and cybersecurity. Presentations and labs will reinforce theoretical knowledge. An introduction to the certification process will also be emphasized.
Robotics/Introduction to Robotics (Info-1510)
Prerequisite: None
This offering is a combination of high school offering only and a dual credit offering that helps students utilize off the shelf robotic kits to design, build, and program robots to interact with the real world. The course teaches the student how mechanical, electronic, and software components interact within a mechatronic system. No previous experience is required. Taking INFO-1360, INFO-1210, or previous programming experience recommended. This course is now offered in an every other year rotation with Introduction to Computer Science.
Programming/Introduction to Computer Science (Info-2350)
This offering is a combination of high school offering only and a dual credit offering that helps students study computer programming, problem solving methods, and accepted software development practices using Java, a high-level programming language. Topics include the fundamentals of Java procedural programming, object-oriented programming, and introduction of some advanced features of Java. This course prepares the student for further study in Computer Science. This course is intended for sophomores through seniors with an interest in computer science and a solid grasp of mathematics. This course is now offered in an every other year rotation with Introduction to Robotics.