wc3111 – Algebra 1 (H)
wc3121 – Algebra 1
Grade 9Grade 9
Based on the Common Core Standards, students enrolled in Algebra I will examine structure in equations, and will create equations that describe numbers or relationships. Students will reason with equations and inequalities abstractly and quantitatively, will solve systems of equations and will represent and solve equations and inequalities graphically. Students will construct viable arguments for their reasoning and critique the reasoning of others.
wc3211 – Geometry (H)
wc3221 – Geometry
Grade 10,11Grade 10
Based on the Common Core Standards, students enrolled in Geometry will experiment with transformations in the plane, will prove geometric theorems and will make geometric constructions. Students will understand similarity, right triangles and trigonometric ratios. Students will understand and apply theorems about circles, will express geometric properties with equations, and will use geometric measurement and dimension to solve problems. Students will reason abstractly and quantitatively and will construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others.
Prerequisites for 3211: Honors Algebra I and/or teacher recommendation.
Prerequisites for 3221: Algebra 1 or Honors Algebra 1 and teacher recommendation.
wc3201 – Algebra 2 (H)
wc3321 – Algebra 2
1 credit1 credit
Grade 10, 11Grade 11
Based on the Common Core Standards, students enrolled in Algebra II will interpret and build functions, will perform arithmetic with polynomials and rational functions, will analyze functions using various representations and will construct and compare linear and exponential models and solve problems. Students will reason abstractly and quantitatively, will construct viable arguments and critique reasoning of others and will use appropriate tools of mathematics strategically.
Prerequisites for 3201: Honors Algebra I and/or teacher recommendation.
Prerequisites for 3321: Geometry and teacher recommendation
wc3311 – Trigonometry/Pre-Calculus (H)
This course consists of trigonometry, both triangular and circular, analytic geometry with an in-depth study of the algebra of functions, and an introduction to the basic concepts of differential and integral calculus. Appropriate technology is applied.
Prerequisites: Honors Algebra 2 and Honors Geometry and teacher recommendation.
wc3401 – AP Calculus AB
This course completes the Math sequence for the West Catholic scholar. This course is an official Advanced Placement course that utilizes the course of study developed by the Advanced Placement of the College Board and that culminates in the Advanced Placement Examination. Appropriate technology is applied. ALL STUDENTS MUST TAKE THE AP EXAM IN MAY.
Prerequisites: Trigonometry/Pre-Calculus and a strong teacher recommendation. Students who qualify and choose to take this course must sign a contract.
wc3411 – Calculus (H)
This course combines one semester of differential calculus and one semester of integral calculus. The course consists of the delta method, limits, functions, continuity, differential approximations, applications to velocity and acceleration, curve sketching, maximum and minimum problems, mean value and Rolle’s theorems, antiderivatives, definite integrals, transcendental functions, trapezoidal rule, applications to area and volume, and integration by parts. Appropriate technology is applied.
Prerequisites: H. Trigonometry/Pre-Calculus or H. Trigonometry/Pre-Calculus concurrently and strong teacher recommendation.
wc3421 – Trigonometry/Pre. Calculus
This course is designed to meet the needs of students who have good mathematical skills and intend to attend college. The course consists of trigonomic functions, circular functions, triangle trigonometry, trigonometric equations and applications, and graphing functions with calculators/computers, as well as sequences and series. Appropriate technology is applied.
Prerequisites: H. Algebra 2 or Algebra 2 and teacher recommendation.
wc3711 – Statistics (H.)
This course is designed to meet the needs of students who have good mathematical skills and intend to attend college. The course is an introduction into statistics.