This one semester course primarily focuses on the topic of functions at the Pre-Calculus level. The central topics covered in this course include linear, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions as well as inverses, graphs and applications. The course will include other topics from advanced mathematics such as analytic geometry and mathematical induction. Students will develop skills in applying the concepts by solving real-world problems. This semester course is designed to cover all topics of functions seen in the first semester of the full-year Pre-Calculus course.
Graphing calculators are used frequently in each lesson to familiarize students with the basics of graphing calculator use, to demonstrate concepts, to facilitate problem solving, and to verify results of problems solved algebraically.
Student must have completed Algebra 2 and Geometry.
Please Note: This course contains an end-of-course proctored exam. Instructions for students to identify an appropriate adult proctor are included in the course lessons.
Student must have access to a high-speed (DSL or cable) Internet connection at least 4 days weekly, including a computer with sound and Java applet support, Microsoft Excel or Google Spreadsheet, a media player that can play Windows Media Player (WMA) and RealPlayer (RM) files, and a scanner or digital camera/phone. Access to a Graphing Calculator and experience using it is essential.