Prerequisite:
Successful completion of Intro to Criminal Justice (CRJ 101), Introduction to Emergency Management and Homeland Security (EMH101), Enrollment in Criminal Justice, Homeland/Cyber Security Pathway
MATHEMATICS Algebra I This course is the study of properties and operations of the real number system; evaluating
rational algebraic expressions; solving, writing and graphing first degree equations and inequalities; translating word problems into equations; solving systems of equations and operations with and factoring of polynomials. Fulfills Math Requirement Level 1 Level 2
1 Credit 1 Credit
ALGEBRA I Part A This course is the first of two courses that investigates the fundamental ideas of algebra upon which all future study of mathematics depends. Students will study linear equations, inequalities and functions. Using technology, students will also apply algebraic concepts to the solution of real-world problems. This course is designed for students who need additional time to continue to develop proficiency with mathematical concepts studied in middle school, and additional time to continue to develop their problem solving and critical thinking skills. Fulfills Math Requirement Level 3 Prerequisite:
1 Credit Teacher recommendation only.
ALGEBRA I Part B Algebra 1 B will investigate the fundamental ideas of algebra upon which all future study of mathematics depends while also uncovering fundamental geometry standards. In Algebra 1 B, students will write equations of lines, simplify exponential and radical expressions, and add/subtract/multiply/factor quadratic expressions. Using technology, students will also apply algebraic concepts to the solution of real-world problems. Geometry concepts will consist of volume of shapes, applying properties of triangles to determine side length and angle measure, apply properties of circles to measure arc length and area, and solve problems with sine, cosine, and tangent. Fulfills Math Requirement Level 3 Prerequisite:
1 Credit Successful completion of Algebra I A, or its equivalent, and teacher recommendation.
Geometry This course grouping, emphasizing an abstract, formal approach to the study of geometry, typically includes topics such as: properties of plane and solid figures; deductive methods of reasoning and use of logic; geometry as an axiomatic system including the study of postulates, theorems, and formal proofs; concepts of congruence, similarity, parallelism, perpendicularity, and proportion; and rules of angle measurement in triangles. Fulfills Math Requirement Grade 9 Level 1 Prerequisite: 80 or higher in Algebra I AND teacher recommendation. Students must also earn level 3 on SBAC or grade level on STAR.
Grade 10 Level 1 Prerequisite: 80 or higher in Algebra I AND teacher recommendation
Grade 10 Level 2 Prerequisite: Algebra I
Algebra II Course topics are typically: set theory; operations with rational and irrational expressions; factoring of rational expressions; in-depth study of linear equations and inequalities; quadratic equations; solving systems of linear and quadratic equations; graphing of constant, linear, and quadratic equations; properties of higher degree equations; and operations with rational and irrational exponents. Fulfills Math Requirement Level 1 Prerequisite:
1 Credit B or higher in Algebra I and Geometry
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