Mathematics

Beyond the attainment of three credits to satisfy the mathematics requirement for graduation, additional courses taken in this department satisfy the free elective requirement for graduation. For students eligible for special education services, the selection of appropriate academic and elective classes will be determined by the IEP team.

All students need to take three years of high school mathematics in grades 9-12 in order to graduate. Although three credits of math are required for graduation, most colleges specify successful completion of a full year of Algebra 1, Algebra 2 and Geometry. Many colleges now require four years of high school math.

A maximum of one credit may be taken from the following: Accelerated Computer Science 1, Accelerated Computer Science 2, Advanced Placement Computer Science A, Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles.

Placement in the appropriate mathematics course is made on the basis of student success in prior mathematics courses, diagnostic tests, and teacher recommendation.

*Please note that many mathematics courses require that the student has a graphing calculator. We recommend the TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus. (The TI-85 does not have the needed statistical capabilities). Although other graphing calculators may suffice, all instruction will be done using the TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus.

Course Progressions

Placement of students will occur through their level of achievement, the results of testing, and teacher recommendation. Letters of record, including parent’s signature, are required if the student selects a course other than that recommended by the school’s professional staff.

Please also note: (1) students in the honors course sequence are expected to maintain a solid “B” average throughout these courses; and (2) all other students are expected to maintain a strong “C” average to remain in any given sequence.

*All courses below incorporate STEM principles to build a foundation for STEM-related fields.*

Mathematics Core Courses - Recommended Progression
GRADE 9	GRADE 10	GRADE 11	GRADE 12
Concepts in Mathematics	Algebra 1	Algebra 2	Geometry
Algebra 1	Algebra 2	Geometry	Analysis Trigonometry/Statistics
Accelerated Algebra 1	Accelerated Algebra 2	Accelerated Geometry	Accelerated Analysis Trigonometry/Statistics
Accelerated Algebra 2	Accelerated Geometry	Accelerated Analysis	AP Calculus AB AP Statistics Accelerated Calculus Accelerated Statistics
Honors Algebra 2	Honors Geometry Honors Study of Geometry	Honors Analysis Honors Study of Analysis	AP Calculus BC AP Statistics
Honors Geometry Honors Study of Geometry	AP Statistics AP Computer Science A AP Computer Science Principles	Honors Analysis Honors Study of Analysis	AP Calculus BC AP Statistics AP Computer Science A AP Computer Science Principles

Core Courses

CONCEPTS IN MATH LRC (YR) 8315L

CONCEPTS IN MATHEMATICS LR 8315L

-Course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-GRADE 9

Prerequisite: IEP Team recommendation

This full-year course provides students with structured and essentialized pre-algebra skills and is designed to support a successful transition into Algebra. The course is intended for learners who benefit from a more gradual pace and reinforced instruction. Additionally, this course is designed to implement the goals of the IEP. Content includes number systems and operations, measurement in linear, square, and cubic units, ratio and proportion, percent, probability, statistics, and data analysis. Students will also explore foundational algebraic topics such as expressions, properties, equations, inequalities, functions and their graphs, linear systems, exponent rules, operations with polynomials, and angle relationships.

A graphing calculator is required and is used consistently throughout the course. The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

CONCEPTS IN MATHEMATICS (YR) 3200

CONCEPTS IN MATHEMATICS 3200

-Course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-Grade 9

Prerequisite: Completion of Academic Math 8 with a grade below a “C-”.

The content and instructional practices of this course are designed to transition students to the successful completion of Algebra. Pre-algebra topics will include: Number systems and operations, systems of measurement (linear, square, and cubic), ratio, and proportion, percent, probability, statistics and data analysis. Algebraic topics will include the study of expressions, properties, equations, inequalities, functions and their graphs, linear system, properties of exponents, operations with polynomials and angle relationships.

A graphing calculator is required for this course. The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

ALGEBRA 1 LRC (YR) 8319L

ALGEBRA 1 LRC 8319L

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-Grades 9-11

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Academic Math 8 or Concepts of Math.

This Keystone preparation course provides students with an essentialized delivery of Algebra 1 and is designed for the student whose past achievement indicates a need for a more gradual pace. Additionally, this course is designed to implement the goals of the IEP. Course content will include the following topics: operations with real numbers and expressions, linear equations, inequalities, functions, coordinate geometry, and data analysis. Additionally, this course is designed to implement the goals of the IEP. A graphing calculator is required and is an integral part of the course.

TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

In this course, students will prepare for the Keystone Algebra 1 exam, which they will take in the spring.

ALGEBRA 1 (+) (YR) 3203

ALGEBRA 1 3203

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-Grades 9-10

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Academic Math 8 with a grade of a “C-” to a “C+”.

This Keystone preparation course provides students with a mathematically sound introduction to Algebra 1 and is designed for the student whose past achievement indicates a need for a more gradual pace. Course content will include the following topics: operations with real numbers and expressions, linear equations and inequalities, functions, coordinate geometry, and data analysis.

A graphing calculator is required and is an integral part of the course. TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.
In this course students will prepare for the Keystone Algebra 1 exam, which they will take in May.

ACCELERATED ALGEBRA 1 (+) (YR) 3207

ACCELERATED ALGEBRA 1 3207

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-Grades 9-10

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Academic Math 8 with a minimum grade of a “B-”.

This course is designed to give students a mathematically sound introduction to algebra. The student is given the opportunity to develop fundamental algebraic skills and concepts based on the structure of the system of real numbers such as equations, inequalities, problem solving, polynomials, factoring, graphs and functions, simultaneous equations, irrational numbers, square roots, relations, functions, and variations.

Because graphing activities are integrated throughout classroom presentations and textbook activities, a graphing calculator is required for this course. The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

In this course students will prepare for the Keystone Algebra 1 Exam, which they will take in May.

ALGEBRA 2 LRC (YR) 8320L

ALGEBRA 2 LRC 8320L

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-Grades 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Algebra 1.

This course extends the concepts learned in Algebra 1 and provides an essentialized delivery of Algebra 2. Additionally, this course is designed to implement the goals of the IEP. The topics covered in this course include the conceptual development and understanding of: operations and complex numbers, non-linear expressions and equations, patterns, relations, functions, applications of functions, and data analysis. Mathematical modeling and applications will be applied with problem solving. A graphing calculator is required and is an integral part of the course.

The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

ALGEBRA 2 (+) (YR) 3213

ALGEBRA 2 3213

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-Grades 10-11

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Algebra 1.

This course extends the concepts learned in Algebra 1 and provides a sound introduction to Algebra 2. The topics covered in this course include the conceptual development and understanding of: operations and complex numbers, non-linear expressions and equations, patterns, relations, functions, applications of functions, and data analysis. Mathematical modeling and applications will be applied with problem solving.

A graphing calculator is required and is an integral part of the course. The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

ACCELERATED ALGEBRA 2 (+) (YR) 3209

ACCELERATED ALGEBRA 2 3209

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-Grades 9-10

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accelerated Algebra 1 with a minimum grade of a “B”.

This course reviews and extends the concepts of Accelerated Algebra 1 by going into more depth in studying equations, inequalities, problem solving, factoring, irrational numbers, linear equations, and simultaneous equations. New topics include the study of polynomial, quadratic, radical, rational, exponential, greatest integer, and logarithmic functions. Also covered in the course are linear regression lines, and scatter plotting graphs.

A graphing calculator is required for this course. The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

HONORS ALGEBRA 2 (+) (YR) 3210

HONORS ALGEBRA 2 3210

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-Grades 9

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors Algebra 1 with a minimum grade of a “B”.

This course covers the same material as Accelerated Algebra 2 but in greater depth. The course also covers additional topics; therefore, the pace is more rapid than that of Accelerated Algebra 2. Honors Algebra 2 reviews and extends the concepts of Honors Algebra 1 by going into more depth in studying equations, inequalities, problem solving, factoring, irrational numbers, linear equations and simultaneous equations.

New topics include the study of complex numbers, functions and their inverses, polynomial, quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions.

Students should be highly motivated, able to think and process math concepts quickly and in alternate fashion.

Because graphing activities are integrated throughout classroom presentations and textbook activities, a graphing calculator is required for this course. The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

GEOMETRY LRC (YR)

GEOMETRY LRC

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
- Grades 11-12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1 and/or Algebra 2.

This full-year course is a study of the essentialized ideas of geometry and the basic properties of geometric figures, without an emphasis on formal proof. Additionally, this course is designed to implement the goals of the IEP. Topics include angles, angle measurement, triangles, congruent triangles, quadrilaterals and other polygons, circles, parallel lines, solid figures, perimeter, area, volume, and geometric probability. An ability to perform basic algebra skills is necessary.

A graphing calculator is required for this course. The recommended calculators are the TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus.

GEOMETRY (+) (YR) 3307

GEOMETRY 3307

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-Grades 11-12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra 1 and/or Algebra 2.

This full-year course is a study of the major ideas of geometry and the basic properties of geometric figures, without an emphasis on formal proof. Topics include angles, angle measurement, triangles, congruent triangles, quadrilaterals and other polygons, circles, parallel lines, solid figures, perimeter, area, volume, and geometric probability. An ability to perform basic algebra skills is necessary. Students who were successful in Algebra 1 will be encouraged to continue their study of mathematics with Geometry.

This course is not appropriate for students preparing for a scientifically oriented college curriculum and does not satisfy prerequisites for Accelerated Analysis.

A graphing calculator is required for this course. The recommended calculators are the TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus.

ACCELERATED GEOMETRY (+) (YR) 3309

ACCELERATED GEOMETRY 3309

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-Grades 10-11

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accelerated Algebra 2 with a grade of a “B” or higher.

This course is a rigorous study of the concepts of geometry requiring analytical thinking in addition to factual knowledge of the material. Students develop their deductive reasoning skills throughout the course through informal justifications and arguments as well as formal proofs. All of the topics of Geometry are covered, but in greater depth. Other topics such as symbolic logic and coordinate transformation are also included. Many algebraic concepts and skills from Accelerated Algebra 2 are integrated throughout the course.

A graphing calculator is required in the course. The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

HONORS GEOMETRY (+) (YR) 3310

HONORS GEOMETRY 3310

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-Grades 9-10

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors Algebra 1 and/or 2 with a minimum grade of a “B”.

In addition to the topics covered in Accelerated Geometry, this course includes the following topics: Non-Euclidean geometry, rules of logic, extensive analytical problem solving, the axiomatic development of Euclidean geometry, and historical contributions in the development of geometry. Although many topics are similar between the two courses, Honors Geometry students are expected to study these same topics in greater depth and at a more rapid pace, with a significant emphasis on analytical reasoning skills, a formal mathematical vocabulary, techniques in perspective drawing, and formal geometric construction. Students are also required to independently research and deliver a presentation on an assigned mathematical topic.

The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended graphing calculators for this course.

HONORS STUDY OF GEOMETRY (+) (YR) 3311

HONORS STUDY OF GEOMETRY 3311

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-Grades 9-10

Prerequisite: The student must have a GIEP and successful completion of Honors Algebra 2.

This course is a rigorous study of the concepts of geometry requiring analytical thinking in addition to factual knowledge of the material. Students develop their deductive reasoning skills throughout the course through informal justifications and arguments, as well as formal proofs. This course includes the following topics: non-Euclidean geometry, rules of logic, extensive analytical problem solving, the axiomatic development of Euclidean geometry, and historical contributions in the development of geometry. This course is designed for students identified as gifted and will develop GIEP goals throughout the course. Honors Study of Geometry students are expected to study these same topics in greater depth and at a more rapid pace, with a significant emphasis on analytical reasoning skills, a formal mathematical vocabulary, techniques in perspective drawing, and formal geometric construction.

Students are also required to independently research and deliver a presentation on an assigned mathematical topic. An indicator of a student’s potential success in the course would be to have earned at least a “B” in Honors Algebra 2.

The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended graphing calculators for this course.

CONSUMER MATH LRC (YR) 8310L

CONSUMER MATH LRC 8310L

-Course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-Grades 11-12

Consumer Math is a special education replacement-level course that provides an essentialized, need-focused curriculum aligned with students’ IEP goals and present levels. The course emphasizes practical math skills for independent living, including budgeting, financial planning, understanding simple and compound interest, interpreting loans and mortgage rates, comparison shopping, and navigating banking tools. Instruction is scaffolded and individualized based on IEP team decisions to support meaningful progress in functional financial literacy.

TRIGONOMETRY (+) (S) 3502

TRIGONOMETRY 3502

-This course is offered in a SEMESTER format
-NCAA approved course
-Grades 12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accelerated Algebra 2 & Accelerated Geometry with at least a “C” or successful completion of Algebra 2 & Geometry with at least a “B”.

Course content includes the study of trigonometric functions both as circular functions and as ratios in similar right triangles. Throughout the course, real-life problem situations will be used to connect trigonometry to many other fields and occupations. Algebra skills will be strengthened as needed. Technology will be an integral part of instruction. Students who require a more rigorous precalculus preparation should take Accelerated Analysis, which includes all of the trigonometry presented in this course.

A graphing calculator is required for this course. The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

STATISTICS (+) (S) (#) 3504

STATISTICS 3504

-This course is offered in a SEMESTER format
-NCAA approved course
-STEM course
-Grades 12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accelerated Algebra 2 & Accelerated Geometry with at least a “C” or successful completion of Algebra 2 & Geometry with at least a “B”.

Students will learn methods for displaying distributions with graphs and numbers as well as the normal distribution. They will examine relationships using scatter plots and least squares regression and correlation. They will work with designing samples and experiments in combination with some basic principles of probability.
Throughout the course, real-life problem situations will be used to connect statistics to many other fields and occupations. Algebra skills will be strengthened as needed. Technology will be an integral part of instruction.

A graphing calculator is required for this course. The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

ACCELERATED STATISTICS (+) (YR) (#) 3505

ACCELERATED STATISTICS 3505

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-STEM course
-Grades 11-12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accelerated Algebra 2 & Accelerated Geometry with at least a “C” or successful completion of Algebra 2 & Geometry with at least a “B” and a teacher recommendation.

There will be an emphasis on organizing data, averages and variation, elementary probability, the binomial and normal distributions and inferential statistics. Throughout the course, real-life problem situations will be used to connect statistics to many other fields and occupations. Algebra skills will be strengthened as needed. Technology will be an integral part of instruction.

A graphing calculator is required for this course. The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT STATISTICS (+) (YR) (#) 3510

ADVANCED PLACEMENT STATISTICS 3510

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-STEM course
-Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accelerated Algebra 2 with a recommended minimum grade of a “B”.

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes. They are exploring data: observing patterns and departures from patterns; planning a study: deciding what and how to measure; anticipating patterns: producing models using probability theory and simulation, and statistical inference: confirming models.

Students who successfully complete the course and take the Advanced Placement Statistics examination may receive credit, advanced placement or both, for a one semester introductory college statistics course.

The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus graphing calculator is required for this course.

ANALYSIS (+) (YR) 3405

ANALYSIS 3405

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-Grades 11-12

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Algebra 2 and Geometry.

Topics covered include an extension of algebra skills including using functions as models for a number of applied settings; sequences and series; probability; matrices; trigonometry; linear, quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions.

● This course is not appropriate for students preparing for a college level calculus course and does not satisfy prerequisites for Accelerated Calculus.

A graphing calculator is required for this course. The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

ACCELERATED ANALYSIS (+) (YR) 3407

ACCELERATED ANALYSIS 3407

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-Grades 11-12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accelerated Algebra 2 & Accelerated Geometry with at least a “B” in both courses.

This course is designed to provide a strong foundation in pre-calculus concepts, techniques, and applications to prepare students for more advanced work in mathematics. The primary topics studied are graphical analysis; functions including polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic; complex numbers; polar coordinates and complex numbers in polar form; discrete mathematics; data analysis; and trigonometry. Problems will relate abstract concepts to real world situations.

A graphing calculator is required for this course. The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

It is recommended that students electing this course complete a review packet over the summer.

HONORS ANALYSIS (+) (YR) 3410

HONORS ANALYSIS 3410

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors Algebra 2 and Honors Geometry with a minimum grade of a “B”.

This course covers the same material as Accelerated Analysis, although in greater depth and at a faster pace. It also includes limits, and parametric equations.

Juniors intending to take AP Calculus BC Level as seniors should elect this course and must maintain a “B” average.

A graphing calculator is required for this course. The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

It is recommended that students electing this course complete a review packet over the summer.

HONORS STUDY OF ANALYSIS (+) (YR) 3409

HONORS STUDY OF ANALYSIS 3409

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: The student must have a GIEP and successful completion of Honors Algebra 2 & Honors Geometry

This course is designed for students identified as gifted and will develop GIEP goals throughout the course. This course will provide a strong foundation in pre-calculus concepts, techniques, and applications to prepare students for more advanced work in mathematics. The primary topics studied are graphical analysis; functions including polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic; complex numbers; polar coordinates and complex numbers in polar form; discrete mathematics; data analysis; and trigonometry. Problems will relate abstract concepts to real world situations. An indicator of a student’s potential success in the course would be to have earned a “B” or better in both courses. This course covers the same material as Honors Analysis, although in greater depth and at a faster pace.

Students intending to take AP Calculus BC Level as seniors should maintain a “B” average throughout this course.

A graphing calculator is required for this course. The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

It is recommended that students electing this course complete a review packet over the summer.

ACCELERATED CALCULUS (+) (YR) (#) 3415

ACCELERATED CALCULUS 3415

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-STEM course
-Grades 11-12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accelerated Algebra 2, Accelerated Geometry, & Accelerated Analysis with at least a grade of "B".

This course is intended to provide an introduction to college mathematics. The topics covered will include functions, graphs, limits, rate of change, formal differentiation, applications of the derivative, integration, applications of integration, and transcendental functions. This course does not prepare students to take the Advanced Placement Exam in May.

A graphing calculator is required for this course. The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS AB (+) (YR) (#) 3411

ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS AB 3411

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-STEM course
-Grades 11-12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Accelerated Algebra 2, Accelerated Geometry, & Accelerated Analysis with at least a “B”.

This course is provided as an introduction to college mathematics. The topics covered are those typically found in the first semester and some of the second semester of a college level course, including functions, graphs, limits, rate of change, formal differentiation, applications of the derivative, integration, applications of integration, and transcendental functions.

This course consists of a full academic year of work in calculus and topics covered in courses at the college level. It is expected that students taking this course will seek college credit or placement by taking the Advanced Placement examination in May.
A graphing calculator is required for this course.

The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

It is recommended that students electing this course complete a review packet over the summer.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS BC (+) (YR) (#) 3412

ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS BC 3412

-This course is offered in a FULL YEAR format
-NCAA approved course
-STEM course
-Grades 11-12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors Algebra 2, Honors Geometry & Honors Analysis with a minimum grade of “B”.

This course is provided as an introduction to college mathematics. The topics covered are those typically found in the first two and one-half semesters of college level courses, including functions, graphs, limits, rate of change, formal differentiation, applications of the derivative, integration, applications of integration, transcendental functions, differential equations, polar equations, vectors and parametric equations, and sequences and series.

This course will cover the content in the BC level of the Advanced Placement examination which students are strongly encouraged to take in May. Graphing calculators will be used extensively in the course and are required on the Advanced Placement examination.

The TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus are the recommended calculators.

It is recommended that students electing this course complete a review packet over the summer.

Computer Science Courses

COMPUTER SCIENCE COURSES

Computer programming courses may satisfy up to one of the three mathematics credits required for graduation.

ACCELERATED COMPUTER SCIENCE 1 (S) (AD) (#) 3602

ACCELERATED COMPUTER SCIENCE 1 3602

-Course is offered in a SEMESTER format
-Course is offered in an ALTERNATE DAY format
-STEM course
-Grades 9-12

Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in at least Accelerated Algebra 1.

This entry-level course is taught using the C# (pronounced “see sharp”) language, within the Microsoft Visual Studio and will focus on the development of fundamental programming skills. The topics in this course of study include a review of the .NET Integrated Development Environment, basic structure and syntax of the C# language, an introduction to object-oriented design using classes and objects, decision-making statements, iteration structures (loops), arrays, and string manipulation. The history of computers and programming will also briefly be discussed.

Upon completion of Computer Science 1 with at least a “C”, students are encouraged to move on to Computer Science 2.

ACCELERATED COMPUTER SCIENCE 2 (S) (AD) (#) 3608

ACCELERATED COMPUTER SCIENCE 2 3608

-Course is offered in a SEMESTER format
-Course is offered in an ALTERNATE DAY format
-STEM course
-Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in a minimum of Accelerated Algebra 2 and successful completion of Computer Science 1.

Students will learn the fundamental skills that are required to design and develop object-oriented applications for the Web and Microsoft Windows. This course is taught using the C# language and will serve as an extension to the concepts introduced in Computer Science 1. Additional topics in the course of study include file handling and database manipulation, methods, enumerations and structures, and an introduction to Windows forms and painting. The course will be highly project-based and geared toward real-world applications using a variety of hands-on lab exercises, case studies, and team learning tasks.

It is recommended that students take Computer Science 2 before taking Advanced Placement Computer Science.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT COMPUTER SCIENCE A (YR) (#) 3620

ADVANCED PLACEMENT COMPUTER SCIENCE A 3620

-Course is offered in a YEAR LONG format
-STEM course
-Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Computer Science 2 and Accelerated Algebra 2, or Teacher Recommendation.

This advanced course is provided as an introduction to college-level computer programming, using the Java language. It is open to students who have a solid foundation in object-oriented computer programming concepts (i.e. C#, C++, Visual Basic, and Java). A fundamental skill to the study of computer science is to develop computer programs to solve problems. A large part of this course is built around the development of computer programs or parts of programs to solve a given problem using object-oriented designs. The topics in the course of study include the use of standard Java classes, objects, data types, methods, decision making statements, string handling, the application of data storage and data processing, and other algorithms. Students will also learn to create and manipulate applications, applets, and GUI components. The course will be highly project-based and geared toward real-world applications using a variety of hands-on lab exercises, case studies, and team learning tasks.

It is expected that students will seek college credit by taking the Advanced Placement Computer Science Examination (Level A) in May.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES (YR) (#) 3621

ADVANCED PLACEMENT COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES 3621

-Course is in a YEAR LONG format
-STEM course
-Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Successful Completion of at least one year of High School English and Accelerated Algebra 2 or Teacher Recommendation.

AP Computer Science Principles offers a multidisciplinary approach to teaching the underlying principles of computation. It is open to students who have completed Accelerated Algebra 2 with a strong foundation in function notation and problem solving. The course will introduce students to the creative aspects of programming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the internet, cybersecurity concerns, and computing impacts. AP Computer Science Principles also gives students the opportunity to use current technologies to create innovative computational artifacts for both self-expression and problem solving. Students will develop these artifacts using the same creative processes artists, writers, computer scientists, and engineers use to bring ideas to life.

It is expected that students will seek college credit by taking the Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Examination in May.