PRECALCULUS
Class description/Objective:
In this course, students will solve real life problems using the symbolic language of mathematics. We will explore functions and their graphs, trigonometric functions, analytic trigonometry, probability parametric equations, polar coordinates, vectors, and limits, as preparation for Calculus.
Materials:
Course requirements:
Pre-Calculus Power Standards:
Trigonometry
2.0 Students know the definition of sine and cosine as y- and x- coordinates of points on the unit circle and are familiar with the graphs of the sine and cosine functions.
4.0 Students graph functions of the form f(t) = A sin (Bt+C) or f(t) = A cos (Bt+C) and interpret A, B, and C in terms of amplitude, frequency, period, and phase shift.
Mathematical Analysis
1.0 Students are familiar with, and can apply, polar coordinates and vectors in the plane. In particular, they can translate between polar and rectangular coordinates and can interpret polar coordinates and vectors graphically.
7.0 Students demonstrate an understanding of functions and equations defined parametrically and can graph them.
Probability and Statistics
4.0 Students are familiar with the standard distributions (normal, binomial, and exponential) and can use them to solve for events in problems in which the distribution belongs to those families.
8.0 Students organize and describe distributions of data by using a number of different methods, including frequency tables, histograms, standard line and bar graphs, stem-and-leaf displays, scatter plots, and box- and-whisker plots.
Grading:
3 points: Assignment is at least 60% done but less than 90% complete, or not all necessary work is shown.
2 points: Assignment is at least 30% but less than 60% complete or not all necessary work is shown.
1 point: Assignment is at least 10% but less than 30% complete or not all necessary work is shown.
0 points: Assignment is less than 10% complete or not submitted.
Quizzes & Tests:
Tutoring: Tutoring is available after school on Wednesday and Thursday from 3:15-4:15 in Room 110.
Make-up Policy:
Consequences if you choose to break a rule:
1st offense: Verbal warning
2nd offense: Note in Synergy
3rd offense: Parent phone contact
4th offense: Referral to the Discipline Office
Tutoring
Tutoring is available on Wednesday and Thursday from 3:15-4:15 in Room 110.
I have read and understand the class syllabus and the classroom’s rules and discipline guidelines that pertain to Mr. Olver’s class.
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Student’s signature Date
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Parent/Guardian’s signature Date
In this course, students will solve real life problems using the symbolic language of mathematics. We will explore functions and their graphs, trigonometric functions, analytic trigonometry, probability parametric equations, polar coordinates, vectors, and limits, as preparation for Calculus.
Materials:
- Precalculus: Graphical, Numerical, Algebraic, 7th edition by Pearson-Addison Wesley
- A graphing calculator (TI 83 is recommended) will be used during the course; these are available for students to check-out (deposit is required).
Course requirements:
- Students will be expected to actively participate in this class by sharing in class discussions, engaging in small group cooperative activities, and completing all assignments. In addition, must maintain an organized Notebook. This syllabus should be the first page of the Notebook. The other items to be included in the Notebook are: Warm Up exercises, notes and assignments from class, handouts, homework, and quizzes/tests. The Notebook is required every day.
Pre-Calculus Power Standards:
Trigonometry
2.0 Students know the definition of sine and cosine as y- and x- coordinates of points on the unit circle and are familiar with the graphs of the sine and cosine functions.
4.0 Students graph functions of the form f(t) = A sin (Bt+C) or f(t) = A cos (Bt+C) and interpret A, B, and C in terms of amplitude, frequency, period, and phase shift.
Mathematical Analysis
1.0 Students are familiar with, and can apply, polar coordinates and vectors in the plane. In particular, they can translate between polar and rectangular coordinates and can interpret polar coordinates and vectors graphically.
7.0 Students demonstrate an understanding of functions and equations defined parametrically and can graph them.
Probability and Statistics
4.0 Students are familiar with the standard distributions (normal, binomial, and exponential) and can use them to solve for events in problems in which the distribution belongs to those families.
8.0 Students organize and describe distributions of data by using a number of different methods, including frequency tables, histograms, standard line and bar graphs, stem-and-leaf displays, scatter plots, and box- and-whisker plots.
Grading:
- Assignments - 20%
- Class Participation - 10%
- Tests - 20%
- Quizzes - 30%
- Final Exam - 10%
- Projects - 10%
- An assignment will be given almost every class meeting (Monday through Friday), and it will be due the following class meeting unless otherwise specified. Class participation will include being attentive in class, cooperative behavior, working on assignments given, and bringing all required materials to class.
- All assignments must show all work in order to receive full credit. The total points awarded will be based on the following:
3 points: Assignment is at least 60% done but less than 90% complete, or not all necessary work is shown.
2 points: Assignment is at least 30% but less than 60% complete or not all necessary work is shown.
1 point: Assignment is at least 10% but less than 30% complete or not all necessary work is shown.
0 points: Assignment is less than 10% complete or not submitted.
Quizzes & Tests:
- Tests and quizzes will be given to review material being covered, and will be administered on a weekly basis.
Tutoring: Tutoring is available after school on Wednesday and Thursday from 3:15-4:15 in Room 110.
Make-up Policy:
- Students are responsible for any missed work, including tests/quizzes. Speak with me as soon as possible and make arrangements for any make-up assignments or test/quiz. On the day the student returns to class after an excused absence, student must check for missing work, get missing notes from other students; worksheets or other handouts from Mr. Olver. Students have two days to make up work for each day of class missed, including tests and quizzes. Make-up work for unexcused absences will be considered and accepted at the teacher's discretion. Late assignments will be accepted at the teacher's discretion for reduced points if complete.
- Follow directions the first time they are given.
- Be in your assigned seat when the tardy bell rings, ready to start working (have all required materials ready)
- Respect yourself and others around you (no writing on school property, keep hands to yourself).
- Bathroom passes will be given in emergencies only at discretion of teacher.
- FOOD, GUM, and DRINKS (except water in a clear plastic bottle) are not allowed inside the classroom; remember: the entire campus is a GUM-FREE facility. Please note: any PERSONAL GROOMING items, as well as any electronic devices such as, IPOD’s, MP3’s, CELL PHONES, must remain in your backpacks / school bag and not be visible in the classroom at any time, or they will be confiscated and sent to the security office.
Consequences if you choose to break a rule:
1st offense: Verbal warning
2nd offense: Note in Synergy
3rd offense: Parent phone contact
4th offense: Referral to the Discipline Office
Tutoring
Tutoring is available on Wednesday and Thursday from 3:15-4:15 in Room 110.
I have read and understand the class syllabus and the classroom’s rules and discipline guidelines that pertain to Mr. Olver’s class.
____________________________________________________________________
Student’s signature Date
____________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian’s signature Date