This course is an in-depth study of functions: polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric. It also includes a study of complex numbers, analytical geometry, sequences, series, probability, and statistics. In their past study of mathematics, students have been exposed to many of the concepts presented in this course. The goal of Analysis is to deepen their understanding of these concepts by a graphical, symbolic, and numerical approach. This course is a preparatory class for students who wish to take calculus next year. We use the textbook Advanced Mathematics by Richard Brown.

 

Students study many of the following topics:

Trimester One: Functions: linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic; Solving and graphing functions; Solving and graphing inequalities.

Trimester Two: Analytic geometry; Trigonometric functions and identities; Applications of trigonometry.

Trimester Three: Polar coordinates and complex numbers; Sequences and series; Probability; Statistics; Limits; Introduction to Calculus.

 

• Mathematics is sequential in nature so it is important that students attend class daily. Many important concepts are discussed and skills are practiced during each class session. Students are required to read the textbook as part of their homework assignment. Reading mathematics is not easy but it is a very important skill to acquire before students enter college.

 

• Students are required to have a graphing calculator. This technology enhances a student’s ability to visualize functions and allows them to explore mathematics at a deeper level. If students are unable to obtain a graphing calculator, the math department has a small number of graphing calculators available for student use in the classroom.

 

• In general, students have a homework assignment every day.  A copy of the current assignment sheet is available on the web site on the Materials page.  It is critical to stay current with assignments and to get help when questions arise.

 

• Math help is available before, during, and after school. A math instructor is available to answer questions in Study Hall and during AT. I am here from 7:15 a.m. until 3:15 p.m. on most days.

 

• Grades are determined by achievement in three areas: test scores account for 50%, quiz and homework scores are 40%, and the final exam is 10% of a student’s grade.  Grades can be checked online and are updated weekly.

90–100% is an A, 80–89% is a B, 70–79% is a C, and 60–69% is a D

 

• We are on this journey together and have the same goal--each student's success. Please do not hesitate to contact me with questions or concerns.