Math

Mathematics is a required, core course. Six (6) credits are required for graduation with two additional optional credits that may be taken from either mathematics or science. The study of mathematics shows Gods orderliness and his unchangeable attribute. The unchanging mathematical theorems, concepts, and regulations continue to progress, and reflect Gods inability to change. All courses are year long, and credits listed are per year.

Algebra 1 – 2 credits

Students will learn how to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and simplify numbers, radicals, and algebraic terms in equations and functions. Students will understand how to graph points, lines, inequalities, and functions on the Cartesian Coordinate System. Students will also gain an understanding about how to solve story problems algebraically that involve distances, sets of data, exponential growth, value, ratio, and percentages.

Algebra 2 – 2 credits

Students in this course will continue in their study of mathematics, and learn how to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and simplify numbers, radicals, and algebraic terms in equations and functions. Students will develop a greater understanding of how to graph points, lines, inequalities, and functions on the Cartesian Coordinate System. Students will learn how to solve complex story problems algebraically that involve distances, sets of data, exponential growth, compound interest, value, ratio, and percentages. Students will leave Algebra 2 with an understanding of higher-level mathematics and will be prepared for Advanced Math and Pre-Calculus.

Advanced Math (Pre-Calculus) – 2 credits

Students will receive instruction in finding the area, volume, and surface area of various objects. Students will learn how to graph varying equations of lines and functions on the Cartesian Coordinate System. Students will learn how to evaluate complex polynomials, roots, logarithms, and matrices using various theorems and mathematical laws. Students will understand the beginning stages of calculus by the end of this class. Note: This class may be taken as a one-year or two year course. Two year courses will be designated as Advanced Math 1 and Advanced Math 2.

Consumer Math – 2 credits

Students in this course learn how to use mathematics in everyday life situations from budgeting income and loan payments to preparing taxes. Students discover the complexities of borrowing money, budgeting for owning a home, calculating calories from food and exercise, and managing their checking/savings accounts. Students leave this class with a firm understanding of how to apply mathematics in their lives every day on a regular basis.

Calculus – 2 credits

Students will receive instruction in both differential and integral calculus, including limit theory, continuity, graph evaluation (via first and second derivatives), u-substitution, chain rule, quotient rule, area integration, volume integration by disc and washer methods, series convergence, parametric equations, polar functions, and evaluation of indeterminate forms by application of LHôpitals rule. Students will learn how to apply calculus to solve physical problems such as constant acceleration kinematics, fluid force, and rate of change problems.