Mathematics Courses at CMW
Algebra I
Prerequisites: None
This year-long course meets every day and is designed to address the Algebra I standards, including work with function families, graphs of functions, sequences and exponential functions, quadratic functions, polynomial expressions, data analysis, mathematical models, problem solving, and applications of algebra to real-life situations. In high school, there are two options to fulfill the Algebra I course requirement for graduation: enrolling in both Introduction to Algebra and Algebra I semester courses or enrolling in Algebra I as a year-long course. Successful completion of this course earns one mathematics credit for graduation.
Geometry
Prerequisites: Algebra 1
This year-long course meets on alternating days and includes the study of geometry in two and three dimensions, synthetic geometry, and algebraic geometry. Emphasis is placed on mathematical reasoning, problem solving, and applications of geometry to real-life situations. Successful completion of this course earns one mathematics credit for graduation.
Algebra II
Prerequisites: Geometry
This year-long course meets on alternating days and presents topics such as complex numbers, quadratics, conic sections, polynomial, exponential, and trigonometric functions, statistics and probability. Successful completion of this course earns one mathematics credit required for graduation.
Honors Algebra II
Prerequisites: Geometry
This year-long course meets on alternating days and follows the same structure as Algebra II with some variation in course content to allow for an accelerated pace which allows for the advanced study of some algebraic topics. Honors Algebra II incorporates project opportunities for students to refine and strengthen their understanding of mathematics at an advanced level. Students are expected to manage independent work, collaborate with others, and fully participate in project-based learning and class discussions. Successful completion of this course earns one required mathematics credit.
Statistics
Prerequisites: Algebra 2
This course emphasizes foundational concepts and methods of statistical analysis. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, binomial and normal distributions, sampling, confidence intervals, hypothesis tests, and linear correlations and regressions. Successful completion of this course earns one mathematics credit required for graduation.
Honors Trigonometry
Prerequisites: Algebra 2
This course emphasizes trigonometric ratios and their applications, complex numbers, functions statistics, probability, sequences, and series. Successful completion of this course earns one mathematics credit for graduation.
Honors Precalculus
Prerequisites: Honors Trigonometry
This course enhances topics taught in Trigonometry, as well as presents additional topics in the area of discrete mathematics. Emphasis is placed on functions, trigonometry, limits, logic, sequences, induction, combinations, and an introduction to the basic ideas of calculus. Successful completion of this course earns one mathematics credit for graduation.
Advanced Placement Calculus AB
Prerequisites: Honors Precalculus
This college level course will prepare students to take the College Board Advanced Placement Test in Calculus AB. Both differential and integral calculus provide the background for topics which students will encounter in college calculus. Topics such as derivatives, integrals, and limits are explored. Successful completion of this course earns one mathematics credit required for graduation.
Advanced Placement Calculus BC
Prerequisites: AP Calculus AB
This college level course will prepare students to take the College Board Advanced Placement test in Calculus BC. Students will extend and refine their understanding of derivatives, integrals, and limits. Polynomial approximations and series will be included in the course. Successful completion of this course earns one mathematics credit required for graduation.
Advanced Placement Statistics
Prerequisites: Honors Trigonometry
This college level course will prepare students to take the College Board Advanced Placement Test in Statistics. The topics for AP Statistics are divided into four major themes: exploratory analysis, planning a study, probability, and statistical inference. Successful completion of this course earns one mathematics credit for graduation.
Advanced Placement Computer Science
Prerequisites: Algebra 2
This college level computer programming course is designed to prepare students for the College Board Advanced Placement Test in Computer Science. JAVA computer language will be used exclusively. This course does not meet University System of Maryland undergraduate core content proficiency requirements for admission. Successful completion of this course earns one mathematics credit for graduation
