This course is designed to consolidate and extend topics introduced in the middle school years. It has been our experience that students completing this course with 65% or less struggle greatly in future math courses. To increase the likelihood of success in Math 10 courses, we recommend these students repeat Math 9 or take a Math 10 preview course in summer school.
This program allows mathematically strong grade 9 students to participate in an accelerated program of studies in mathematics. Successful students will complete Math 10 Foundations & Pre-Calculus in grade 9. These students will then be eligible to complete the following courses early:
• Math 12 (Pre-Calc 12 OR Foundations 12) in gr. 11
Students in the Accelerated Program are strongly encouraged to participate in math contests.
FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICS & PRE-CALCULUS 10
This course is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for post-secondary academic studies at colleges and universities. Topics include applying trigonometric ratios to right triangles, irrational numbers, and powers involving integral and rational exponents, polynomials, and coordinate geometry with linear relations, systems of linear equations, using function notation, financial literacy and experimental probability.
WORKPLACE MATHEMATICS 10
This option is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into the majority of trades and for direct entry into the work force. Topics include understanding and applying the metric and imperial system to the measurement of 2-D and 3-D objects, applying the Pythagorean Property, Geometry and Trigonometry, financial literacy, creating and interpreting graphs and experimental probability. All topics are taught within a framework of problem- solving.
CHESS 11 (BAA) *NEW*
(This course is open to students in Grades 10, 11 & 12)
This course is designed to introduce students to the mathematical thinking required in the wonderful world of chess. This course will focus on the rules and etiquette of chess, how to read and record chess games, strategy, tactics, and opening, middle, and endgame theory. As well, the course will focus on the study of famous master games and daily in-class play and tournaments. Not only will the course take the student from beginner to novice level of play, but students will also benefit from the logical, critical, and analytical thinking chess provides- skills that can be transferred to all subject areas.
PRE-CALCULUS 11
This course is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical- thinking skills identified for entry into post- secondary programs that require the study of theoretical calculus. This might include Mathematics, Sciences, Engineering and Commerce. The course will include Absolute Value, Radical and Rational Equations, Quadratic Functions, Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences and Series, and Trigonometry. Note: Students must have access to a graphing calculator, such as a TI-83. Recommendation: 73% or better in Math 10 Pre-Calculus.
PRE-CALCULUS 11 HONOURS
This course is designed for students who want to enrich their mathematical understanding and critical-thinking skills. Topics in the course will be covered in more depth with an emphasis on developing effective problem solvers. Topics include Absolute Value, Radical and Rational Equations, Quadratic Functions, Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences and Trigonometry. Students are highly encouraged to participate in a number of Math contests that the school offers.
Note: Teacher recommendation required.
FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICS 11
This course is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for post-secondary studies in programs that do not require the study of theoretical calculus. This might include the Humanities, Fine Arts, and some Trades and Technical programs. The course will include such topics as Measurement,
Relations and Functions, Geometry, Statistics and Logical Reasoning. Recommendation: 67% or better in Math 10 Pre-Calculus.
WORKPLACE MATHEMATICS 11
This course is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical- thinking skills identified for entry into the majority of trades and for direct entry into the work force. The course will include topics in Measurement, Geometry, Finance, Algebra and Statistics.
FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICS 12
This course is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical- thinking skills identified for
post-secondary studies in programs that do not require the study of theoretical calculus. This might include the Humanities, Fine arts, and some Trades and Technical programs. Topics include Financial Mathematics, Logic with Numbers, Set Theory, Probability, Combinatorics, Relations and Functions.
Recommendation: Foundations of Math 11 or Pre-Calculus 11.
PRE-CALCULUS 12
This course is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical- thinking skills identified for entry into post- secondary programs that require the study of theoretical calculus. This might include Mathematics, Sciences, Engineering, and Commerce. Topics include Trigonometry, Relations and Functions (Exponential & Logarithmic, Polynomial, Radical, Rational, and Transformations), and Combinatorics.
Note: Students must have access to a graphing calculator, such as a TI-83.
CALCULUS 12
This course is designed for students planning to take calculus at the post- secondary level. The topics covered are Functions, Limits, Continuity, Derivative Rules, Curve Sketching, Related-Rate Problems, Max/Min Problems, Basic Integration and Area under the Curve problems. Students are encouraged to write the Challenge Exam offered by BC universities. The results from the exam may be used for credit toward first year math courses offered at our provincial universities.
Pre-requisite: Pre-Calculus 12
AP CALCULUS 12
This course is intended for students who have excellent mathematical skills and aim to study mathematics, engineering, or science at the post- secondary level. The main topics covered are Analytic Geometry, Limits, Derivatives, Integrals and their applications. One of the goals is to prepare students to write the AP exam in May and successful completion of this exam will result in University credit at accredited AP institutions.
Recommendation: > 90% in Pre-Calculus 12
GEOMETRY 12
This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of geometric principles and critical- thinking skills identified for post-secondary studies in programs that do not require the study of theoretical calculus. This might include the Humanities, Fine arts, and some Trades and Technical programs. Students can elect to take this in addition to Pre-Calculus 11 or 12 to enrich their mathematical understanding. Topics include circle geometry, construction, tangents and geometric proofs.
Recommendation: Foundations Math 11 or Pre-Calculus 11 (may be taken concurrently)
