Introduces students to the construction industry through the building of a facility or other structure. Students will learn: blueprint reading, rough-in, roofing, finishing, and mechanical (plumbing & electrical).
Academics
Course Description
Introduces students to the construction industry through the building of a facility or other structure. Students will learn: blueprint reading, rough-in, roofing, finishing, and mechanical (plumbing & electrical).
Students in this course will acquire the algebraic skills necessary for success in future math courses. Topics covered include: solving and graphing (one and two variable) linear equations and inequalities, problem solving, factoring, solving systems of linear equations, simplifying rational expressions, simplifying radicals, fractional exponents, imaginary numbers, and an introduction to linear and quadratic functions. This course is the foundation for further mathematical understanding and success.
This course addresses fundamentals of basic algebra. Topics include the real number system, basic operations of algebra, polynomial functions (linear, quadratic, and higher degree), inequalities, functions and graphs, systems of equations, exponential and logarithmic functions, and arithmetic and geometric sequences. This course is intended for students needing a thorough study of algebra in preparation for college level math courses for a liberal arts or business major. Students may elect to sign up for advanced college credit through UMKC.
Students will focus on reading and strengthening their writing skills. Students will read five to six novels. The literature in class will also focus on one Shakespearean drama. Freshmen Honors English I will also focus on developing critical thinking skills, emphasizing all areas of communication such as reading, writing, listening and speaking. Students will be expected to write at least four major writing assignments per semester, which will center on reading selections. In addition, a five page research paper over a topic assigned by the instructor will be expected. Vocabulary study will include verbal analogies.