PreCalculus

Course #249 (CP) / #250 (H)
Credit 1.0

College Prep:
In PreCalculus, students will continue to apply and expand on the topics learned in Algebra II. Lessons include real-life applications that help students see the relevance of what they are studying. In addition, topics include: analysis of functions and graphs; polynomial and rational functions; exponential, logistic, and logarithmic functions; trigonometric functions; and, analytic trigonometry. Students will have a solid foundation and understanding of the topics necessary to be successful in Calculus. Instruction, practice, and assessments will be presented in a variety of formats, such as multiple-choice, short answer, grid-in, and open ended. There will also be extensive use of technology including the graphing calculator throughout the year.

Honors:
In PreCalculus Honors, students will continue to apply and expand on the topics learned in Algebra II.  Lessons include real-life applications that help students see the relevance of what they are studying. In addition, topics include: analysis of functions and graphs; polynomial and rational functions; exponential, logistic, and logarithmic functions; trigonometric functions; analytic trigonometry; applications of trigonometric functions; analytic geometry; and, introduction to calculus and limits. Students will have a solid foundation and understanding of the topics necessary to be successful in Calculus. Instruction, practice, and assessments will be presented in a variety of formats, such as multiple-choice, short answer, grid-in, and open ended. There will also be extensive use of technology including the graphing calculator throughout the year.