Arthur L. Johnson High School

The aim of the course is to provide some insight into the nature of mathematical thought, as well as to prepare the students to perform certain manipulations with facility. Knowledge of the number system is extended to include complex numbers. Included in this course are: the function concept and the linear function, quadratic functions and quadratic equations, systems of equations in two and three variables, exponents and logarithms, matrices, sequences and series, and the binomial theorem. Problems involving data analysis and mathematical modeling are included. Throughout the course, students are asked to apply skills and concepts to problem solving.

 This 5-credit course will be offered to students in Grades 10-12