High School Honors Pre-Calculus Course
Venturing deep into the realm of advanced algebra and trigonometry, Excel High School's Honors Pre-Calculus course stands as a gateway to the world of calculus. Students are encouraged to unravel the intricacies of graphs, delve into the dynamics of nonlinear systems, and master the nuances of polynomial functions. As the course progresses, learners are introduced to the intriguing world of logarithms, understanding their real-world applications and significance.
Our meticulously designed course curriculum ensures that students not only grasp theoretical concepts but also apply them practically. Students build their understanding by diving into topics like matrices, vectors, and parametric equations. Whether it's analyzing the rotations of conic sections, comprehending the profound Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, or drawing insights from statistical data, our Honors Pre-Calculus course offers a holistic learning experience. Join us on this mathematical journey and lay a robust foundation for your future calculus endeavors.
Honors Pre-Calculus
Course Syllabus
Exploring the relationship between advanced algebra topics and trigonometry, Honors Pre-Calculus is an informative introduction to calculus that challenges students to discover and comprehend the nature of graphs, nonlinear systems, and polynomial and rational functions. Encouraging logarithmic knowledge and application, this course covers many interesting and advanced subject areas in a thoughtful and supportive format, providing students a deeper understanding of topics, including limits, continuity, derivatives, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.
Textbook: Pre-Calculus ISBN-13: 978-1-938168-34-5
Course Objectives:
Throughout the course, you will meet the following goals:
- Extend on previous coursework with functions with a more in-depth analysis of polynomial and transcendental functions.
- Use matrices and vectors to solve mathematical and real-world problems.
- Use parametric equations to describe functions and model real-world concepts.
- Analyze conic sections and their rotations in Cartesian and polar coordinate systems.
- Perform statistical analysis using normal distribution approximations.
- Understand the concepts of a limit, a derivative, and an integral and how they are related via the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.
Course contents:
Semester A
- 1: Functions & Their Graphs
- 2: Polynomial & Rational Functions
- 3: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
- 4: Trigonometric Functions
- 5: Analytic Trigonometry
- 6: Additional Topics in Trigonometry
Semester B
- 7: Linear Systems & Matrices
- 8: Sequences, Series, & Probability
- 9: Topics in Analytic Geometry
- 10: Analytic Geometry in Three Dimensions
- 11: Limits & an Introduction to Calculus
Grading Scale
A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = under 59%
Grade Weighting
Unit Quizzes.........................40%
Assignments.........................30%
Mid-Term/Final Exams......30%
Total.......................................100%
How Much Does It Cost?
$225
per course
Standard high school courses are priced at an affordable $225 each. This cost-effective rate makes quality education accessible for every student.
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Single course options at Excel High School range in price depending on their difficulty. Single course prices are below:
- Standard High School Courses: $225
- Honors High School Courses: $325
- (AP) High School Courses: $599
Step Five
You're Ready To Start!
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