M411 | HN | Pre-Calculus

Course Description

Students in this course will study functions including real world situations and how they are modeled algebraically, numerically, and graphically. This course will demonstrate how algebra and trigonometry can be used to model real world problems. Students will demonstrate an understanding of trigonometric functions and formulas for sine and cosine. Students will relate the slope of a tangent line at a specific point on a curve to the instantaneous rate of change. This is a demanding course designed for motivated students.  Students completing this course with a B/B+ or better typically enroll in AP Calculus AB/BC.


Department: Mathematics
Grade Level:11, 12
Credits: 10.0
Alternate Credits:
Class Type: Core Academic
Pre/Co-Requisites: Grade of B or better in Honors Algebra 2 or teacher recommendation. Students may NO LONGER take a placement test to place out of Pre-Calc. They may either 1.) attend an APPROVED summer program and pass it with a B or better or 2.) go through the CRLS math referral process posted on the website.

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