Pre-Calculus

This is a high school course that meets satisfies the State of Alabama’s standards for mathematics and prepares students to continue their study of math in AP Calculus. The course attempts to incorporate the fundamental concepts of holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communications, in that connections between mathematics and other subjects are emphasized. The cultural aspects are shown in that mathematics is embedded in all cultures. Finally, students are expected to be able to show what they know if a variety of manners.

Being a mathematics course, an emphasis is placed on developing inquirers and thinkers while trying to have students reflect upon what they have learned.

Units of Study

• Foundations for Functions •Parent Functions
• Triangles •Parametric Functions
• Trigonometric Functions •Polar Functions
• Trigonometric Identities •Conics
• Probability and Statistics •Sequences and Series

Pre-Calculus is a course designed for students who have successfully completed the Algebra II with Trigonometry course. This course is considered to be a prerequisite for success in Calculus. Algebraic, graphical, numerical, and verbal analyses are incorporated during investigations of the Pre-Calculus content standards. Parametric equations, polar relations, vector operations, conic sections, and limits are introduced. Content also includes an expanded study of polynomial and rational functions, trigonometric functions, logarithmic and exponential functions, and real-life applications of these topics.