Prairie Central Mathematics Course List   Introduction to Algebra (2 terms) A course designed to prepare students for future mathematics courses by developing fundamental math skills needed for those courses.  A diverse set of material will be introduced including real number computation, data collection and analysis, solving equations, problem solving, and geometrical measurement.  An integrated curriculum will provide students an opportunity to be introduced to the vast range of mathematical applications. Prerequisite:  Recommendation of the 8th grade teacher Class Level:  9-11 Credit:  1 unit credit Back to Dept. Page Algebra I (2 terms) The basic structure of algebra is the real number system which is developed in this course.  The other main topics are solving equations and inequalities, factoring, functions, relations, graphs, polynomials, polynomial factors, rational expressions, and open sentence with rational expressions, irrational numbers, quadratic equations, and applications to life problems. Prerequisite:  Recommendation of the 8th grade teacher Class Level:  9-12 Credit:  1 unit credit Back to Dept. Page Introduction to Geometry (2 terms) This course will focus on applied geometrical skills.  Topics will include measurement skills surrounding surface area, perimeter and volume, computer aided drawing and design, basic construction concepts, distance calculation and measurement and trigonometry fundamentals. Prerequisite:  Introduction to Algebra or Algebra 1 Class Level:  9-12 Credit:  1 unit credit Back to Dept. Page Geometry (2 terms) A college preparatory course focusing on reasoning skills and logic-based argumentative skills.  Course topics will include similarity, deductive proof, inductive reasoning, trigonometry theory and analysis of area and volume. Prerequisite:  Algebra 1 Class Level:  9-12 Credit:  1 unit credit Back to Dept. Page   Preparing for Standardized Mathematics Tests (1 term) A nine week self-paced contractual course designed to prepare students for college entrance and college placement tests.  Students will review key concepts from Algebra I and Geometry and practice taking widely used standardized tests.  Students may accelerate and review Algebra II topics also. Prerequisite:  Algebra I & Geometry Class Level:  11-12 Credit:  ½ unit Back to Dept. Page   Algebra II (2 terms) This is a full year course of those students who see the need and have a strong desire to graduate with a background in mathematics.  Main topics are:  solving equations, solving inequalities, linear functions, quadratics functions, radical, irrational numbers, determinants, series, complex numbers, polynomial functions, and trigonometry.  Recommended for students who completed Algebra I and Geometry with above an 80%. Prerequisite:  Algebra I Class Level:  9-12 Credit:  1 unit credit Back to Dept. Page Precalculus (2 terms) A course in mathematics which deals with field properties, sequences and series, vectors, trigonometry, complex numbers, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and analytic geometry. Prerequisite:  Algebra II Class Level:  10-12 Credit:  1 unit credit Back to Dept. Page AP Statistics (2 terms) This is an advanced placement course.  Statistical analysis and data collection will be a major emphasis of this course.  This is a rigorous course with an emphasis on preparation for the College AP test.   Prerequisite:  Algebra II Class Level:  10-12 Credit:  1 unit credit, with the opportunity to earn college course credit and/or advanced placement Back to Dept. Page AP Calculus (2 terms) A two-term course in which the mathematics of motion and change will be studied.  Calculus is applied when variable forces are at work.  Applications from life sciences, social sciences, business and economics, engineering, and everyday life will be studied.  Upon completion of this course, a student may take the Advanced Placement Calculus Exam. Prerequisite:  Precalculus Class Level:  10-12 Credit:  1 unit credit with the opportunity to earn college course credit and/or advanced placement   Back to Dept. Page Basic Mathematics (2 terms) Students are guided from understanding whole number and basic arithmetic operations to a mastery of simple algebra and geometry.  Concepts taught will include adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers, fractions and mixed numbers, decimals, percents, ratios and proportions, graphs and statistics, measurement and metrics.  Prerequisite: Individualized Education Plan Class level:  9-12 Credit:  1 unit credit Back to Dept. Page Transitions Pre-Algebra (2 terms) Students are presented the concepts and skills needed to get ready to take on Algebra I.  Concepts taught will be whole number review, variable expressions and equations, decimals and algebra, factors and multiples, fractions and mixed numbers and adding and subtracting fractions.  Prerequisite:  Individualized Education Plan Class level:  9-12 Credit:  1 unit credit Back to Dept. Page Transitions Algebra I (2 terms) Students are presented the essential concepts and skills necessary for a first year Algebra course.  Concepts taught will be solving equations, linear equations, inequalities, data analysis, exponents and quadratic functions and quadratic equations.  Prerequisite:  Individualized Education Plan Class level:  9-12 Credit:  1 unit credit Back to Dept. Page Transitions Geometry (2 terms) Students are presented the skills needed to succeed in real-world applications that link geometry to life.  Concepts taught are basic geometry, angles, reasoning and proofs, perpendicular and parallel lines, triangles, perimeter and area, quadrilaterals and polygons, circles, surface area and volume, coordinate geometry and transformations and right angle trigonometry. Prerequisite:  Individualized Education Plan Class level:  9-12 Credit:  1 unit credit Back to Dept. Page