Math
Course Descriptions

Foundations of Math 1

Co-requisite - Math 1, second semester or concurrent enrollment

Foundations of Math 1 is a math skills course that supports students in Math 1. The course is designed to remediate computational skills and conceptual understanding needed for high school level courses with confidence. The topics covered  include the real number system;  linear, exponential, and quadratic functions; coordinate geometry;  systems of equations and inequalities; and statistics/probability. This course must be taken concurrently with NC Math 1.

 

Math 1

NC Math 1 formalizes and extends the mathematics that students learned in previous grades.  The topics covered  include the real number system;  linear, exponential, and quadratic functions; coordinate geometry;  systems of equations and inequalities; and statistics/probability.  Students must take the End of Course Math 1 Exam.

 

Honors Math 1

Prerequisite - 8th grade Math EOG score of Level IV or above and teacher recommendation

NC Math 1 formalizes and extends the mathematics that students learned in previous grades. The topics covered  include number theory;  linear, exponential, and quadratic functions; coordinate geometry;  systems of equations and inequalities; and statistics. Students must take the End of Course Math 1 Exam. Honors level includes a more in-depth, rigorous study of the standards and will require students to think and engage with tasks at a higher level.

 

Math 2

Prerequisite - Math 1

This course continues a progression of the standards established in Math 1. In addition to these standards, Math II includes: polynomials, congruence and similarity of figures, trigonometry with triangles, modeling with geometry, and probability.

 

Honors Math 2

Prerequisite - "B" or higher in Honors Math 1 or “A” in Math 1 and teacher recommendation.

This course continues a progression of the standards established in Math 1. In addition to these standards, Math II includes: polynomials, congruence and similarity of figures, trigonometry with triangles, modeling with geometry, and probability. Honors level includes a more in-depth, rigorous study of the standards and will require students to think and engage with tasks at a higher level. 

 

Math 3

Prerequisite - Math 2

This course progresses from the standards learned in Math 1 and Math 2. In addition to these standards, Math 3 extends to include algebraic concepts such as the complex number system, inverse functions, trigonometric functions, the unit circle, and geometric concepts. Students must take the End of Course Math 3 Exam.

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Honors Math 3

Prerequisite - "B" or higher in Honors Math 2 or “A” in Math 2 and teacher recommendation

This course progresses from the standards learned in Math 1 and Math 2. In addition to these standards, Math 3 extends to include algebraic concepts such as the complex number system, inverse functions, trigonometric functions, the unit circle, and geometric concepts. Students must take the End of Course Math 3 Exam.Honors level includes a more in-depth, rigorous study of the standards and will require students to think and engage with tasks at a higher level. 

 

Math 4

Prerequisite - Math 3

The primary focus of Math 4 is on functions and statistical thinking, continuing the study of algebra, functions, trigonometry and statistical concepts previously experienced in NC Math 1-3. Additionally, the course intentionally integrates concepts from algebra and functions to demonstrate the close relationship between algebraic reasoning as applied to the characteristics and behaviors of more complex functions. Other topics include operations with complex numbers, matrices, and vectors.

 

Honors Pre-Calculus

Prerequisite - B” or higher in Honors Math 3 or “A” in Math 3 and teacher recommendation

Precalculus builds upon the study of algebra, functions, and trigonometry experienced in NC Math 1-3. The course will build on algebraic skills and understanding of functions to delve into real world phenomena and to deepen understanding of the functions in the course. This course is designed for students pursuing careers in STEM-related fields. Students will be prepared for Calculus, AP Calculus, and any entry-level college course.. Honors level includes a more in-depth, rigorous study of the standards and will require students to think and engage with tasks at a higher level. Additional projects and assignments may be required.

 

AP Calculus AB

Year-long course

Prerequisite - Honors Pre-Calculus and teacher recommendation

AP Calculus AB is an introductory college-level calculus course. Students cultivate their understanding of differential and integral calculus through engaging with real-world problems represented graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally and using definitions and theorems to build arguments and justify conclusions as they explore concepts like change, limits, and the analysis of functions.

 

AP Statistics

Year-long course

Prerequisite - B” or higher in Honors Math 3 or “A” in Math 3 and teacher recommendation

AP Statistics is an introductory college-level statistics course that introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students cultivate their understanding of statistics using technology, investigations, problem solving, and writing as they explore concepts like variation and distribution; patterns and uncertainty; and data-based predictions, decisions, and conclusions.

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College Math

Course descriptions for college courses can be found in the College of The Albemarle course catalog.