- Beulah High School
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Math Courses
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Algebra I (Freshmen required if not taken in 8th grade)
Algebra 1 is designed to give students a foundation for all future mathematics courses. The fundamentals of algebraic problem-solving are explained. Students will explore: foundations of Algebra, solving equations, solving inequalities, an introduction to functions, linear functions, systems of equations and inequalities, exponents and exponential functions, polynomials and factoring, quadratic functions and equations, radical expressions and equations, and data analysis and probability.
Algebra II (Algebra I and Geometry required)
This course reviews and uses concepts taught in Algebra 1 and Geometry, focusing on first and second degree equations and inequalities. Matrices will be explored leading into an extensive study of quadratic, polynomial, and rational functions including conic sections. Exponential and logarithmic relations along with probability and statistics and trigonometry will round out this course.
AP Calc (Pre-calc required-Dual Credit)
We will go through necessary skills to understand and apply the three BIG IDEAs of Calculus: Limits, Derivatives, and Integrals. You will take an AP Exam at the end of the course in May. If you get a high enough score on this AP Exam you will receive a free college credit of Calculus I. (What is considered a passing score differs from college to college.)
Applied Geometry (Upon approval)
- Develop proficiency in using geometry to solve problems in everyday life.
- Expand understanding of mathematical concepts.
- Improve logical thinking skills
- Gain an understanding of geometry as a study of the mathematical relationships of objects in the world around us.
- Understand how mathematics relates to the world of work.
College Algebra (Junior or Senior option-Dual credit)
Pre calculus OR have a math score of 21 on their ACT
Consumer Math (Upon approval)
This class is offered as an elective for seniors only unless there is prior approval.
Formal Geometry (Algebra I required)
- Experiment with transformations in the plane.
- Understand congruence in terms of rigid motions.
- Prove geometric theorems.
- Make geometric constructions.
- Understand similarity in terms of similarity transformations.
- Prove theorems involving similarity.
- Define trigonometric ratios and solve problems involving right triangles.
- Apply trigonometry to general triangles.
- Understand and apply theorems about circles.
- Find arc lengths and areas of sectors of circles.
- Use coordinates to prove simple geometric theorems algebraically.
- Explain volume formulas and use them to solve problems.
- Visualize relationships between two-dimensional and three-dimensional objects.
Pre-Calculus (Algebra II and Geometry required)
Will expand knowledge of Algebra and Geometry skills, including operations with matrices, systems of equations, solving and graphing inequalities and operations with functions. This class will also introduce basic Calculus skills (limits and derivatives) in the spring. This is a pre-requisite for College Algebra and AP Calculus.
Probability & Stats
Probability and Statistics is a semester course designed to introduce the methods used in the field of applied statistics. Emphasis is given to basic concepts and techniques for collecting and analyzing data, drawing conclusions, and making predictions.
Trigonometry (Semester 2--Dual credit-semester course)
This dual credit course through Williston will focus on the study of angles; the trigonometry of angles and real numbers; the trigonometric functions and their inverses including their graphs; solutions of right and oblique triangles; verification of fundamental identities and analytic trigonometry; addition, subtraction and multiple angle formulas; the laws of sines and cosines. It is a semester course.