Math

Algebra 1A (1 credit MTH, Gr. 9-12) Course Number: 3103

This course covers the topics from the first semester of the regular Algebra 1 course, thus providing students an opportunity to study Algebra 1 topics in depth in an extended version. This course deepens and extends the understanding of expressions, equations, and functions studied in middle school math. The focus will be on: 1) relationships between quantities and reasoning with equations, and 2) linear and relationships  Students will analyze, solve and use functions to model situations. The Mathematical Practice Standards will be applied throughout this course.

Geometry (1 credit MTH, Gr. 10-12) Course Number: 3113

Prerequisite: Algebra I or Essential Math I-IV

This course formalizes and extends students’ geometric experience from middle school.  Students explore more complex geometric situations and deepen their explanations of geometric relationships, moving toward formal mathematical arguments. Using rigid transformations early in the course provides a lens for students to explore subsequent geometric concepts. Topics include: 1) congruence, proof, and constructions; 2) similarity, proof, and trigonometry; 3) extending to three dimensions; 4) connecting algebra and geometry through coordinates; and 5) circles with and without coordinates. The Mathematical Practice Standards will be applied throughout this course.

Algebra II-A (1 credit MTH, Gr. 10-12) Course Number: 3115A

Prerequisite: Geometry

This course covers the topics from the first semester of the regular Algebra II course, thus providing students an opportunity to study Algebra II topics in depth in an extended version. Students will continue the study of functions started in Algebra I and will focus on polynomials and rational/radical relationships. The complex numbers system will be introduced. Students will use functions to model relationships and determine solutions to problems. The Mathematical Practice Standards will be applied throughout this course.

Probability and Statistics (0.5 credit MTH, Gr. 10-12) Course Number: 3117

Prerequisite: Algebra I

This course is designed to interpret categorical and quantitative data, investigate experiment and survey designs, make inferences, and apply the rules of probability. Focus will be placed on real-world problem solving and mathematical situations in context. The Mathematical Practice Standards will be applied throughout this course.

MPI Pre-Calculus (1 credit MTH, Gr. 12, MPI weighted) College Credit Available, Course Number: 3143

Prerequisite: Algebra II or Honors Algebra II; 3.0 or better unweighted GPA; concurrent enrollment in Physics; completion of the Calculus Readiness Exam

This course is a study of various types of algebraic equations and inequalities, functions and their inverses, theory of higher degree polynomial equations, system of equations, determinants, logarithms, exponentials, and applications. A study of trigonometry and pre-calculus functions and their inverses, formulas and identities, conditional equations, radian measure, arc length, angular velocity, function graphing, and solutions of triangles will be measured in this course. Students must provide their own transportation to MPI.

MPI Calculus I & II (1 credit MTH, Gr. 12, MPI weighted) College Credit Available, Course Number: 3145

Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry; 3.0 or better unweighted GPA; concurrent enrollment in Physics; completion of the Calculus Readiness Exam

For the first semester, this course covers the same material as MPI Calculus I described above. The second semester covers the topics of logarithmic functions, inverse Trigonometry & Pre-Calculus functions, more advanced techniques of integration, improper integrals, approximation methods, infinite series, conics, and polar coordinates. Students must provide their own transportation to MPI.