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Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry 322 10-12 2 1
This course explores polynomials, trigonometry, logarithms, and exponentials and their functional characteristics. Students will develop both algebraic and graphic support for their answers. Graphing calculators will be used in class daily and for homework assignments. Students will have access to a graphing calculator in their classroom but it is strongly recommended that they have access to a TI-84 Plus at home. ​College credit (3 cr) is available for this course (Pre-Calculus) through Carlow University. Click h​ ere​ for more information on College in High School.​ PREREQUISITE: Student must have the following:
● A final grade of C or better in Algebra II.
● Composite score of Proficient or Advanced on the Algebra I Keystone. Or;
● Teacher recommendation.
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AP Calculus AB 324 11-12 2 1
This course is designed for students interested in majoring in mathematics, engineering or physical science. This fifth year of college level mathematics examines calculus with some integrated analytic geometry. In the first semester differential calculus is developed with its applications while the second semester is devoted to integral calculus and some of its applications. Students should own a TI-84 Plus calculator for use in this course. In order to receive weighted grading credit for the class, students must earn a B or better in the class (click ​here​ for AP policy). ​College credit (4 cr) is available for this course through the University of Pittsburgh. Click ​here​ for more information on College in High School.
PREREQUISITE: Student must have the following:
● A final grade of B or better in Honors Precalculus/Trigonometry.
● Composite score of Proficient or Advanced in all 3 Keystone Exams.
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PDLA AP Calculus AB 2324 11-12 2 1
This full-year advanced math course starts with a unit on the nature of functions and complex numbers before moving into matrices, systems, and linear programming. Students then return to functions with a focus on graphing a variety of function types; this unit includes a performance task on production schemes. Students explore rational functions in depth and then conclude the first semester with right triangle and circular trigonometry. In the second half of the course, students synthesize what they have learned to graph and solve trigonometric functions. They also study vectors, conics and analytic geometry, statistics and probability, mathematical modeling, and sequences and series.
Applied Statistics 330 11-12 2 1
This course teaches methods and terminologies of descriptive and inferential statistics. Students who complete this course will be able to conduct their own analyses of standard one-sample or two-sample data sets, follow statistical reasoning and read statistical reports with understanding. Introductory topics in linear regression, analysis of variance and contingency table analysis will also be covered. ​Students are strongly encouraged to purchase their own calculator with a statistical package, such as the TI-84. ​College credit (4 cr) is available for this course through the University of Pittsburgh. Click ​here​ for more information on College in High School.
PREREQUISITE: Student must have the following:
● A final grade of B or better in Algebra II OR a final grade of a C or better in Precalculus/Trigonometry.
● Composite score of Proficient or Advanced on the Algebra I Keystone. Or;
● Teacher recommendation.
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