Dual Credit Pre-Calculus

Math

Course Description

This course addresses the fundamental topics of algebra and trigonometry necessary for Calculus. Topics include linear, quadratic, and miscellaneous equations and inequalities; relations and functions including polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions; graphing; systems of equations; the degree and radian measure of angles; the definition of the six trigonometric functions; the solution of triangles and appropriate application problems; the solution of conditional trigonometric equations; the verification and usefulness of identities; the inverse trigonometric functions; the trigonometric form of a complex number and polar curves; and arithmetic and geometric sequences. Students may elect to sign up for advanced college credit through UMKC.

Prerequisites

Successful completion of Algebra II Honors, College Algebra, or Algebra II with teacher recommendation; 3.00 unweighted cumulative GPA or 21 ACT score (if taking this course for college credit)

Grade Level Offerings

11,12

Course Length

1 Year

Credits

1 (College Credit Available)

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