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Northern High School \ Academics \ Mathematics

Welcome to our Mathematics Program!

Current Course Offerings for the 2011-2012 School Year:

 

.5 Alg/.5 Geo – Meets .5 of the Algebra I and .5 of the Geometry Requirement based on the Michigan Merit Curriculum

Algebra I – Meets the Algebra I Requirement based on the Michigan Merit Curriculum

Geometry – Meets the Geometry Requirement based on the Michigan Merit Curriculum

Algebra II – Meets the Algebra II Requirement based on the Michigan Merit Curriculum

Senior Math – Meets the Senior Math Requirement based on the Michigan Merit Curriculum if taken during senior year

 

 

ALGEBRA/GEOMETRY I (.5 Alg/.5 Geom) – E100 CHS 9 1.0 Credit

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation.

This is the first year of a  two-year course, which fulfills the graduation requirements for Algebra 1 and Geometry as outlined in the Michigan Merit Curriculum. Students will study linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions along with right triangle trigonometry, transformations geometry measurement formulas, and 3-dimensional figures in an integrated approach to mastering content expectations for Algebra and Geometry. Students must complete Algebra/Geometry I and Algebra/Geometry II to meet the graduation requirements under the Michigan Merit Curriculum (MMC). A scientific calculator is recommended for this course.

 

ALGEBRA I (Algebra I) – E110 CHS, EHS, NHS 9, 10, 11, 12 1.0 Credit

This course fulfills the graduation requirement for Algebra as outlined in the Michigan Merit Curriculum. Students will study linear, quadratic, and exponential functions and their applications. Methods for solving equations, inequalities, and systems will be emphasized. A scientific calculator is recommended for this course.

 

ALGEBRA/GEOMETRY II (.5 Alg/.5 Geom) – E200 CHS 10 1.0 Credit

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation.

This is the second year of a  two-year course, which fulfills the graduation requirements for Algebra 1 and Geometry as outlined in the Michigan Merit Curriculum. Students will study linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions along with right triangle trigonometry, transformations geometry measurement formulas, and 3-dimensional figures in an integrated approach to mastering content expectations for Algebra and Geometry. Students must complete Algebra/Geometry I and Algebra/Geometry II to meet the graduation requirements under the Michigan Merit Curriculum (MMC). A scientific calculator is recommended for this course.

 

GEOMETRY (Geometry) – E210 CHS, EHS, NHS 9, 10, 11, 12 1.0 Credit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I.

This course fulfills the graduation requirement for Geometry as outlined in the Michigan Merit Curriculum. Students will develop skills in logic and proof, study right triangle trigonometry, and expand their knowledge of transformations, coordinate geometry, measurement formulas, and 3-dimensional figures. A scientific calculator is recommended for this course.

 

CONCEPTS OF ALGEBRA II (Algebra II) – E300 CHS, EHS, NHS 11, 12 1.0 Credit

Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra I and Geometry with a C or below and teacher recommendation.

This course will meet the minimum state requirements for earning algebra II credit. However, this course is not recommended for college-bound students who will major or minor in a subject requiring a strong background in mathematics. A graphing calculator is recommended for this course.

 

ALGEBRA II (Algebra II) – E310 CHS, EHS, NHS 10, 11,12 1.0 Credit

Prerequisite: C or better in Algebra I and Geometry recommended

This course emphasizes facility with algebraic expressions and forms, both with and without a calculator. Students will study linear, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, polynomial, and other special functions for their abstract properties and as tools in modeling real world situations. A graphing calculator is recommended for this course.

 

CONCEPTS OF ALGEBRA III (Senior Math) – E400 CHS 12 1.0 Credit

Prerequisite: completion of Concepts of Algebra II and teacher recommendation.

This course will follow the algebra topics covered in Concepts of Algebra II, and will reinforce and extend the knowledge for students. This class is NOT open to students that took regular Algebra II. This course will help prepare students to take a beginning college algebra course upon entering college. A graphing calculator is recommended for this course.

 

COLLEGE ALGEBRA (Senior Math) – E410 CHS, EHS, NHS 12 1.0 Credit

Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra II with a grade of C+ or LOWER and teacher recommendation.

This course is intended for seniors planning to attend college but who struggled in Algebra II. Students will strengthen their knowledge and understanding of algebra and trigonometry through graphic, numeric, and symbolic methods, and with emphasis on applications and problem solving. The course covers the algebraic topics needed to satisfy the minimum graduation requirements for math at many colleges. College Algebra is not recommended for college-bound students who will major or minor in a subject requiring a strong background in mathematics. A graphing calculator is recommended for this course.

 

PRECALCULUS – (Senior Math) E415 CHS, EHS, NHS 11, 12 1.0 Credit

Prerequisite: Completion of Algebra II with a grade of C+ or better.

This course introduces students to polar and parametric functions, vectors, conic sections, and logistic modeling. Linear, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, and polynomial functions, as well as matrices will also be studied in depth. A graphing calculator is recommended for this course.

 

AP CALCULUS AB – (Senior Math)E600 EHS 11, 12 1.0 Credit

Prerequisite: Pre-calculus

Calculus AB is a college level course that includes the topics and applications of calculus traditionally taught in one semester of college calculus. This course requires extensive work by the student. Students are encouraged to take the AP Calculus AB test in May, for which a passing grade can earn the student  one semester of college credit. Students are encouraged to choose between AP Calculus AB or AP Calculus BC based on their post secondary plans and career goals; students may not receive high school credit for both classes. A graphing calculator is recommended.

 

AP CALCULUS BC – (Senior Math) E610 CHS, EHS, NHS 11, 12 1.0 Credit

Prerequisite: Pre-calculus

Calculus BC is a college level course that includes the topics and applications of calculus traditionally taught in one full year of college calculus. This course requires extensive work by the student. Students are encouraged to take the AP Calculus BC test in May, for which a passing grade can earn the student two semesters of college credit. Students are encouraged to choose between AP Calculus AB or AP Calculus BC based on their post secondary plans and career goals; students may not receive high school credit for both classes. A graphing calculator is recommended.

 

AP STATISTICS – (Senior Math) E-620 CHS, EHS, NHS 11, 12 1.0 Credit

Prerequisite: Algebra II

AP Statistics is a college-level course that introduces students to the concepts and tools used to collect, analyze and draw conclusions from data. Students are encouraged to take the AP Statistics exam in May for which a passing grade can earn one semester of college credit. A graphing calculator is recommended.

 

SENIOR YEAR MATH-RELATED OPTIONS OUTSIDE MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT

(For purposes of satisfaction of the Michigan Merit Curriculum)

4th -year Math-Related Courses

A math-related science course taken in the senior year qualifies as a 4th-year math-related course if taken after the

MMC Science requirement has been fulfilled.

D215 Chemistry (1.0 credit)

D225 Physics (1.0 credit)

D620 AP Chemistry (1.0 credit)

D640 AP Physics B (1.0 credit, NHS)

D645 AP Physics C (1.0 credit, CHS, EHS)

G110 Fundamentals of Computing (.5 credit)

G140 Accounting (.5 – 1.0 credit)

G145 Accounting II (1.0 credit)

G170 Personal Finance (.5 – 1.0 credit)

G210 Marketing I (.5 credit)

G215 Marketing II (.5 credit)

G220 Advanced Marketing (1.0 credit)

G520 Computer Science Programming (.5 credit)

G540 Computer Graphics/Game Design (.5 credit, EHS only)

G620 AP Computer Science (1.0 credit, CHS, NHS)

I120 Architectural Rendering and Design (.5 credit)

I125 Advanced Architecture (1.0 credit)

I130 Engineering Graphics I (.5 credit)

I132 Engineering Graphics II (1.0 credit)

I133 Engineering Graphics III (1.0 credit)

College courses, independent studies, or cooperative employment experiences that include math-related elements

(to be approved by the district)

FHPS Course Description Guide (p. 54) shows math credit that can be earned through KCTC Business

Technology, Marketing, and Information Technology courses.