BARBERS HILL HIGH SCHOOL
REQUIRED COURSES
2008 - 2009

Mathematics

Algebra I
Algebra I Block

Algebra 2

Pre-AP Algebra 2

Geometry

Pre-AP Geometry

Math Models

AP Calculus
Pre Calculus
Pre-AP Pre-Calculus

AP Statistics

TAKS Preparation

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ALGEBRA 1 (ALG 1)
GRADE LEVEL:  
9-12
One Year
Prerequisite:
  None

Algebra 1 is a one-year, one-credit course which covers the following topics: solving equations, problem-solving, polynomials, factoring, algebraic fractions, inequalities, rational and irrational numbers, and quadratic equations.  If student passed 8th grade TAKS math, he/she should enroll in Algebra 1.

ALGEBRA 1 BLOCK - TWO PERIOD CLASS (ALG 1 BLK)
GRADE LEVEL:  
9-12; Committee Recommendation
One Year (one credit)
Prerequisite: 
None

Algebra 1 Block is Algebra 1 taught in two-periods per day per semester for one year (one math credit).  The following topics are covered:  functions, analyzing graphical and tabular data, solving ration and proportion problems, solving problems involving probability, analyzing and/or solving problems involving one-or two-variable situations, solving problems involving right triangles, quadratic situations, and laws of exponents, factoring polynomials using models, performing operations on polynomials, solving linear, inequalities and quadratic equations, and graphing systems of equalities and inequalities, and recognizing the solution(s) from the graph.

ALGEBRA 2 (ALG 2)
GRADE LEVEL: 10-12
One Year
Prerequisite:
  Geometry.

Algebra 2 is a one-year, one-credit course.  College-bound students generally advance from geometry to Algebra 2.    These topics are covered in Algebra 2:  Inequalities, linear equations and functions, polynomials, rational expressions, irrational and complex numbers, quadratic equations, coordinate geometry, exponential and logarithmic functions, matrices and determinants.  [top]

PRE-AP ALGEBRA 2 (PAP ALG 2)
GRADE LEVEL:  11-12
One Year
Prerequisite:
  Pre-AP Geometry OR an 85+ average is recommended in Geometry.

Pre-AP Algebra 2 includes the same topics covered in Algebra 2 with a stronger emphasis on functions.  This class is a more in-depth approach at a much faster pace.  Any student who fails Pre-AP Algebra 2 for two consecutive six-weeks may be moved to Algebra 2.   [top]

GEOMETRY (GEOM)
GRADE LEVEL:  9-12
One Year
Prerequisite:
  Algebra 1

Geometry is a one-year, one-credit course.  These topics are covered: logical arguments, lines, segments, angles, triangles and other polygons, circles, solid geometry, and measurement.   [top]

PRE-AP GEOMETRY (PAP GEOM)
GRADE LEVEL:  9-12
One Year
Prerequisite:
  An 85+ average is recommended in Algebra 1. 

Pre-AP Geometry includes the same topics covered in Geometry but is a more in-depth approach at a much faster pace.  Any student who fails Pre-AP Geometry for two consecutive six-weeks may be moved to Geometry.  [top]

MATHEMATICAL MODELS WITH APPLICATIONS (MATH MOD)
GRADE LEVEL:  11
One Year
Prerequisite:
  Geometry

Mathematical Models with Applications is a one-year, one-credit course designed for students who have successfully completed Algebra 1 and Geometry and have difficulty with the abstract reasoning required in Algebra 2.  In this course students will review and strengthen their algebra and geometry skills to prepare them for Algebra 2.  This course involves collecting and analyzing data using multiple approaches (algebraic, graphical, and geometric) to solve problems from a variety of disciplines:  probability, personal income, credit, financial planning, science, art and music.
This class will not count toward graduation on the Distinguished Achievement Program. 
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PRE-CALCULUS (PRE-CALC)
GRADE LEVEL:  
11-12
One Year
Prerequisites:  
Algebra 2

Pre-Calculus is a one-year, one-credit course designed for students who have successfully completed Algebra 2 and Geometry.  Students use symbolic reasoning and analytical methods to represent mathematical situations, to express generalizations, and to study mathematical concepts and the relationships among them.  These mathematical concepts will include functions, their graphs and applications; trigonometry; and selected discrete mathematics topics.  This course is designed for students who are planning to attend college, but have been in the regular mathematics program.

PRE-AP PRE-CALCULUS (PAP PRE-CALC)
GRADE LEVEL:  11-12
One Year
Prerequisites:
  Pre-AP Algebra 2 and Pre-AP Geometry or a grade of 85+ is recommended in both Algebra 2 and Geometry.

Pre-AP Pre-Calculus includes the same topics as Pre-Calculus.  This class is designed for college-bound students who have been successful in the Pre-AP mathematics program.  This class is a more in-depth approach at a much faster pace.  Any student who fails Pre-AP Pre-Calculus for two consecutive six-weeks may be moved to Pre-Calculus.   [top]

AP CALCULUS (CALC AP)
GRADE LEVEL:  12
One Year
Prerequisites:
  Pre-Calculus or Pre-AP Pre-Calculus

AP Calculus is a one-year, one-credit course designed for students who have successfully completed trigonometry and analytic geometry or pre-calculus.  The course is a study of elementary functions, limits of functions, derivatives, integral and techniques of integration, and applications.  Minimum number of students for AP Calculus will be required for the class to be offered.  [top]

AP STATISTICS
GRADE LEVEL:  
12
One Year
Prerequisites: 
Algebra 2

AP Statistics is a one-year, one-credit course designed for students who have successfully completed Algebra 2.  The course is a study of reasoning, along with a collection of tools and methods, designed to help us understand the world.  It is particular calculations made from data.  Minimum number of students for AP Statistics will be required for the class to be offered. [top]

TAKS PREPARATION
GRADE LEVEL: 
12
Prerequisite:  Failure on the Exit Level Exam for Math; department chair approval.

This course allows students to receive individualized instruction in preparation for TAKS testing.  Course objectives include:  linear functions, equations, and inequalities, quadratic functions, geometric relationships, measurement and similarity, and probability and statistics.
 

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