Mathematics
Rosary's comprehensive mathematics curriculum is key component to the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills. Mathematics provides a strong foundation for our students that will lead to careers in business, mathematics, sciences, and economics, as well as the humanities and social sciences. Students will:
- Gather, organize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information using it to solve problems in an on-going process.
- Communicate mathematically and logically
- Become proficient in the use of technological tools to understand concepts and to solve problems
- Appreciate and value mathematics for its intrinsic beauty, its usefulness in modeling the world, and its role in the development of society
Classes Offered
Academic
5600 ALGEBRA I AB
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 9
This slower paced first course in algebra includes a review of basic arithmetic skills, solving equations, factoring, fractions, linear and quadratic equations, functions, inequalities, word problems, and rational and irrational numbers. Emphasis is placed on problem solving and application principles. UC Approved
5602 ALGEBRA I
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 9,10
This year course provides a general introduction to the essentials of algebra. Content includes variables, expressions, properties, working with rational and irrational numbers, and solving equations and inequalities. Polynomials, graphing, radicals, rational functions, factoring and solving quadratic functions are presented, with focus on applications where appropriate. UC Approved
5606 ALGEBRA II
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 9,10,11,12
Prerequisites: C or higher in Algebra I, and/or teacher approval. Ds in Algebra I must be remediated before taking Algebra II.
This course continues the study of concepts introduced in Algebra I. Topics of study include linear and quadratic equations, functions, conic sections, and properties of rational and irrational numbers. Graphing calculators are used to enhance understanding of algebraic concepts. UC Approved
5607 INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA II
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 10,11,12
Prerequisites: Completion of Algebra I AB, or Algebra I
This college prep course continues the study of concepts introduced in Algebra I and Algebra I AB. These topics include linear and quadratic equations, functions, conic sections, and properties of rational and irrational numbers. This course differs from Algebra II in that these topics are covered at a slower pace. UC Approved
5604 GEOMETRY
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 10,11,12
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Algebra I and Algebra II
This course leads to an understanding of the relationship among points, lines, and planes. Plane figures such as triangles, parallelograms, circles, and general polygons will be explored. Area and volume formulas of three-dimensional figures will be developed. Coordinate geometry will be introduced. Students develop an understanding of the nature of proofs and gain experience in writing two-column proofs. UC Approved
5622 INTERMEDIATE GEOMETRY
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 10,11,12
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Algebra I AB and Intermediate Algebra
This college prep course leads to an understanding of the relationship among points, lines, and planes. Plane figures such as triangles, parallelograms, circles, and general polygons will be explored. Area and volume formulas of three-dimensional figures will be developed. Coordinate geometry will be introduced. Students develop an understanding of the nature of proofs and gain experience in writing two-column proofs. This course differs from Geometry in that these topics are covered at a slower pace. UC Approved
5610 PRE-CALCULUS
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 11,12
Prerequisites: C or higher in Algebra II, C or higher in Honors Algebra II
This course provides students with a solid foundation for the study of calculus. Algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their graphs are presented, as well as matrices, sequences, probability, and selected topics from analytic geometry. Graphing calculators are used to enhance understanding of pre-calculus topics. UC Approved
5621 CALCULUS
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 11,12
Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in each semester of Pre-Calculus or Honors Pre-Calculus.
This is a two-semester course in single variable Calculus. The course covers limits, derivatives, definite integrals of algebraic and transcendental functions, and the application of derivatives and integrals. Techniques of integration and integrals may also be covered. NOTE: This course is not designed to prepare the student for the AP Calculus Exam. UC Approval
Honors
5603 HONORS ALGEBRA I
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 9
Prerequisites: Dependent upon HSPT and Rosary Placement Test
This course replicates the course content of Algebra I but concepts are studied in greater depth. There is greater emphasis on word problems, quadratic equations, and other polynomial functions. UC Approved
5608 HONORS ALGEBRA II
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 9,10
Prerequisites: A in Algebra I, or B or higher in Honors Algebra I
This course replicates the course content of Algebra II but concepts are studied in greater depth. Topics include polynomial, radical, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, as well as linear and quadratic equations, matrices, and conic sections. Concepts are presented using multiple representations. Graphing calculators are used to enhance understanding of algebraic concepts. UC Approved
5605 HONORS GEOMETRY
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 10,11
Prerequisite: B or higher in Honors Algebra II
This course replicates the content of Geometry, but concepts are studied in greater depth at an accelerated pace, with a greater emphasis on geometric proofs, triangle trigonometry and constructions. Reflections and other transformations will be studied. UC Approved
5612 HONORS PRE-CALCULUS
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 10,11,12
Prerequisite: B or higher in Honors Algebra II
This course replicates the course content of pre-calculus, but concepts are studied in greater depth. Additional topics include vectors, polar, graphic, and parametric equations. During the fourth quarter, an introduction to calculus, including the concepts of limit, continuity, and differentiation, is presented. UC Approved
Advanced Placement (AP)
5611 AP CALCULUS AB
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 11,12
Prerequisites: B or higher in Honors Pre-calculus
This course includes all topics recommended in the College Board course outline for Calculus AB. Functions, graphs, limits and continuity, differentiation and applications of the derivative, anti-differentiation, definite integrals and their applications, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus are presented. Additional hours may be required. The College Board charges a fee for this exam. UC Approved
5616 AP CALCULUS BC
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 11,12
Prerequisites: AP Calculus with a B or higher
This course is roughly equivalent to both first and second semester college calculus courses and extends the content learned in AB to different types of equations and introduces the topic of sequences and series. The AP course covers topics in differential and integral calculus, including concepts and skills of limits, derivatives, definite integrals, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, and series. The course teaches students to approach calculus concepts and problems when they are represented graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally, and to make connections amongst these representations. Students learn how to use technology to help solve problems, experiment, interpret results, and support conclusions. UC Approved
5619 AP STATISTICS
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 11,12
Prerequisite: B or higher in Honors PreCal, or an A in PreCal
This course includes the broad themes and specific topics recommended in the College Board course outline for AP Statistics: exploring data, describing patterns, sampling, experimentation, probability, and statistical inference. AP Statistics is an activity-based course in which students are engaged in constructing their own knowledge. Additional hours may be required. The College Board charges a fee for this exam. UC Approved
5614 STATISTICS
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 11,12
Prerequisite: C or higher in PreCal
This course teaches students the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Topics include patterns and departures from patterns and models using probability and simulation. Students complete projects involving hands-on gathering and analysis of real world data. Appropriate technology including manipulatives, calculators, and computers are used. UC Approved
5618 ADVANCED ALGEBRA WITH FINANCIAL APPLICATIONS
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 11,12
This course is a mathematical modeling course that is algebra-based, applications-oriented, and technology-dependent. Students study mathematics topics from Advanced Algebra, Statistics, Probability, Pre-calculus, and Calculus under seven financial umbrellas: Banking, Investing, Credit, Employment and Income Taxes, Automobile Ownership, Independent Living, and Retirement Planning and Household Budgeting. *Students must meet the prerequisite by the end of the second semester. Final class placement will not be determined until completion of second semester grades. UC Approved
5481 AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 10,11,12
Prerequisite: Honors Algebra I with a B or higher or Algebra II with a B or higher
Principles provides a broad, inspiring overview of computer science and programming logic. Computational thinking is an increasingly important part of all fields of study. Students in AP CSP explore the global effects of “big data” and learn the logic and methods used in standard programming languages. By the end of this course, students are able to identify ways to responsibly apply computer technology and create applications. UC Approved