Math

This course is an introduction to topics in Algebra. These topics include, but are not limited to: linear functions, exponential functions, rational functions, quadratic functions, radical functions, polynomials, equations, inequalities, and systems of equations and inequalities. This course demonstrates math’s usefulness and encourages independent thinking. Problem solving, logical reasoning, and critical thinking skills will be emphasized through the use of cooperative learning and technology.

Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra, teacher recommendation, approval from Department Chair.

A graphing calculator is required for this course.
Full-Year Course
Course Code- #2710

This course is designed to integrate algebra with geometry. Topics include, but are not limited to: angles, triangle congruences, parallel lines, polygons and polyhedrons, area, volume, circles and spheres, similarity, right triangle trigonometry and transformations. Independent thinking and discovery are encouraged throughout the course. This course demonstrates math’s usefulness and encourages independent thinking. Problem solving, logical reasoning, and critical thinking skills will be emphasized through the use of cooperative learning, manipulatives, and technology.

Prerequisite: Algebra I, Departmental recommendation required. Students who are new to Wesleyan must take a placement test.
A graphing calculator is required for this course.
Full-Year Course
Standard and Honors courses offered.
Course Code- #2740

This course is designed to reinforce and extend the concepts presented in Algebra I. Topics include, but are not limited to: equations and inequalities, linear relations and functions, systems of equations and inequalities, matrices, polynomials, irrational numbers and complex numbers, quadratic equations, quadratic relations and functions, polynomial functions, rational polynomial expressions, and exponential and logarithmic functions. This course demonstrates math’s usefulness and encourages independent thinking. Problem solving, logical reasoning, and critical thinking skills will be emphasized through the use of cooperative learning, manipulatives, and technology.

Prerequisite: Geometry/Geometry Honors, Departmental recommendation required. Students who are new to Wesleyan must take a placement test.
A graphing calculator is required for this course.
Full-Year Course
Standard and Honors courses offered.
Course Code- #2720

This course is designed to reinforce and expand the concepts presented in earlier Algebra courses. Topics revisited in this course are: algebraic expressions, equations and inequalities, relations and functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations and inequalities. Graphs of all the above functions will be explored.Many concepts of Trigonometry will be introduced. This course demonstrates math’s usefulness and encourages independent thinking. Problem solving, logical reasoning, and critical thinking skills will be emphasized through the use of cooperative learning, manipulatives, and technology.

Prerequisite: Algebra II/Algebra II Honors, Geometry/Geometry Honors, Departmental recommendation required. Students who are new to Wesleyan must take a placement test.
A graphing calculator is required for this course.
Full-Year Course
Course Code- #2730

The principal feature of the course is to guide students in developing proficiency in algebraic, numerical, graphical, and verbal methods of representing problems. To support this emphasis, the class utilizes graphing calculators extensively. Students are urged to solve problems by one method and confirm by another, and to interpret their results within the constraints of the model. Topics include, but are not limited to: functions, graphs, solving equations and inequalities, polynomial functions, and exponential and logarithmic functions. Trigonometric topics include: triangle analysis, polar graphing, trigonometric functions and their inverses, fundamental identities, graphing of trigonometric functions, complex numbers, and DeMoivre’s Theorem. This course demonstrates math’s usefulness and encourages independent thinking. Problem solving, logical reasoning, and critical thinking skills will be emphasized through the use of cooperative learning, manipulatives, and technology.

Prerequisite: Algebra II/Algebra II Honors, Departmental recommendation required. Students who are new to Wesleyan must take a placement test.
A graphing calculator is required for this course.
Full-Year Course
Standard and Honors courses offered.
Course Code- #2750

This course is a study of calculus in one variable. The topics covered include: limits and continuity; differentiation of polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric and inverse functions; graph and data analysis based on first and second derivative tests; study of mean and the extreme value theorem; related rates; applications such as velocity and acceleration; integral calculus with applications; area under the curve; net distance; and volumes of solids of revolutions.
This course demonstrates math’s usefulness and encourages independent thinking. Problem solving, logical reasoning, and critical thinking skills will be emphasized through the use of cooperative learning, manipulatives, and technology.

Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus, Departmental recommendation required.
A graphing calculator is required for this course.
Full-Year Course
Course Code- #2770

This course is equivalent to a rigorous college Calculus I course and will cover the objectives as listed in the College Board AP Calculus AB Framework. By successfully completing this course, you will develop and apply the MATHEMATICAL PRACTICES over the span of the COURSE CONTENT while discovering an appreciation of Calculus as part of God’s grand and perfect design!

• MATHEMATICAL PRACTICES:

• COURSE CONTENT

Students scoring well on the AP exam will be eligible for college credit and/or advanced placement at most universities.
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus Honors or Standard Pre-Calculus with Department recommendation.
*A TI-84 Plus CE Graphing Calculator is required for this course. Course Code- #2772

This course is designed to prepare students for the AP Calculus BC exam administered annually by the College Board for the purpose of obtaining college credit while still in secondary school. Topics include those covered in Calculus, as well as others including volumes of known cross sections and slope fields. This course demonstrates math’s usefulness and encourages independent thinking. Problem solving, logical reasoning, and critical thinking skills will be emphasized through the use of cooperative learning, manipulatives, and technology.

Prerequisite: Must have teacher recommendation, and department chair approval.
A graphing calculator is required for this course.
Full-Year Course
Course Code- #2782

This course transitions from one-variable functions to multi-variable functions. Topics include - but are not limited to - vectors, parametric curves, partial derivatives, and double/triple integrals. The course is an extension of previous calculus courses.

Prerequisite: AP Calculus BC, Departmental recommendation required.
A graphing calculator is required for this course.
Full-Year Course
Course Code- #2780

The focus of this course is to develop the skills required to collect, collate, and analyze data. Emphasis is placed on a variety of applications, designs of experiments, techniques of data analysis, and conceptual understanding. Course topics include, but are not limited to: the nature of data, probability, estimates, hypothesis testing, inferences, correlation, regression, and variance.

Prerequisite: This course is only open to seniors and fulfills the senior mathematics requirement, or can be taken as an elective concurrently with Pre-Calculus or Calculus; must have teacher recommendation, and approval of the department chair.
A graphing calculator is required for this course.
Full-Year Course
Course Code- #2760

This course is designed to prepare students for the AP Statistics exam administered annually by the College Board for the purpose of obtaining college credit while still in secondary school. The focus of this course is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes:

1. Exploring Data: Describing patterns and departures from patterns
2. Sampling and Experimentation: Planning and conducting a study
3. Anticipating Patterns: Exploring random phenomena using probability and simulation
4. Statistical Inference: Estimating population parameter and testing

Prerequisite: Pre-Requisite: Geometry and Algebra Two, Departmental recommendation required.
A graphing calculator is required for this course.
Full-Year Course
Course Code- #2762