| | | CDH Mathematics Department
Knowledge and appreciation of mathematics is essential to students’ intellectual development. Its
beauty, its applications and its central place in many other disciplines commend it as a subject that can be
understood and enjoyed by all learners. Its study helps students to develop thinking skills, organize their
thoughts, understand and create logical arguments, and make valid inferences. Through cooperative learn-
ing with students and teachers, students experience the importance of working together and the rewards
that come from building community.
The Math Department of Cretin-Derham Hall provides math offerings for students of all ability levels.
There is a three year graduation requirement. This requirement may be met by a variety of combinations
that meet individual students’ abilities and needs. There is no specific course sequence required in the Math
Department. All math courses are year long.
Before selecting honors courses, please refer to school policy.  Courses PRE-ALGEBRA Year long – 50530T1
This is a course designed to prepare students who need extra time to ready themselves for the algebra sequence.
Review of basic skills is stressed throughout the year. Major topics include fractions, decimals, integers, percents,
exponents, polynomials, equations, and graphing. Students completing this course will move on to Algebra I.
Grades 9, 10
ALGEBRA I Year long– 51520T1
This course covers basic algebraic skills and concepts. Topics include linear and quadratic equations, graphing,
factoring, polynomials, radicals, and operations with rational expressions. Recognition of proper problem-solving
techniques is stressed, along with thorough solution techniques.
Grades 9, 10
ALGEBRA I – Advanced Year long – 51540T1
This course covers algebraic topics in greater depth than the Algebra I course. Topics include linear and quadrat-
ic equations, graphing, factoring, polynomials, radicals, and operations with rational expressions. While these
topics are similar to those offered in the Algebra I course, more emphasis is placed on theory and application in
this advanced version.
Grade 9
GEOMETRY Year long– 53020T1
This course considers the central topics in Euclidean geometry. Emphasis is given to geometric properties and
informal proof. Topics include congruence, parallel and perpendicular lines, similarity, areas and volumes, circles,
and coordinate geometry.
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Grades 10, 11
GEOMETRY - Advanced Year long– 53040T1
This is a course in plane and solid Euclidean geometry. Skills in deductive reasoning are developed. The concept
of formal proof is introduced. Topics to be studied include congruence, parallel and perpendicular lines, similar-
ity, areas and volumes, circles, and coordinate geometry.
Prerequisite: Algebra I -Adv or instructor’s permission or demonstration of Algebra compe-
tency
Grade 9, 10
GEOMETRY - Honors Year long– 53150T1
This is a course in plane and solid Euclidean geometry. Skills in deductive reasoning are developed. The concept
of formal proof is stressed. Topics to be studied include congruence, parallel and perpendicular lines, similarity,
areas and volumes, circles, and coordinate geometry. This course relies heavily on higher-order thinking skills.
Prerequisite: Demonstration of Algebra competency or instructor’s permission
Grade 9
ALGEBRA II / TRIG. Year long – 55720T1
This course covers linear and quadratic equations, polynomials, rational expressions, rational exponents, complex
numbers, conic sections, radicals, and trigonometry.
Prerequisite: Geometry
Grades 11, 12
ALGEBRA II / TRIG - Advanced Year long – 55740T1
Topics to be studied in this course include linear and quadratic equations, polynomials, rational expressions, ra-
tional exponents, complex numbers, conic sections, radicals, and trigonometry. While topics are similar to those
in Algebra II, more emphasis is placed on theory and application in this course.
Prerequisite: Geometry - Adv or instructor’s permission
Grades 10, 11, 12
ALGEBRA II / TRIG. – Honors Year long– 55750T1
Topics to be studied in this course include linear and quadratic equations, polynomials, rational expressions, ra-
tional exponents, complex numbers, conic sections, radicals, and trigonometry. While topics are similar to those
in Algebra II, more emphasis is placed on depth of learning and application of concepts.
Prerequisite: Geometry - Honors
Grade 10
ANALYSIS – Honors Year long – 56350T1
This course consists of an in-depth study of functions: polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric.
It also includes a study of complex numbers, analytical geometry, sequences, series, probability and statistics. A
graphing calculator is required and is an integral part of the course. This course also acts as a preparatory class
for students who wish to take Calculus the following year. Analysis - Honors is a rigorous math class and requires
advanced thinking and study skills.
Prerequisite: Algebra II/Trig. - Honors
Grade 10, 11
MATH TOPICS: A Survey of Applications Year long – 56420T1
This course is designed for students who wish to develop a math background suitable for a liberal arts education,
with emphasis on applications of various topics. Course topics include probability, statistics, graphs, functions,
matrices, sequences and series, discrete math and trigonometry.
Prerequisite: Algebra II / Trig
Grade 11, 12
ANALYSIS – Advanced Year long – 57440T1
This course consists of an in-depth study of functions: polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric.
It also includes a study of complex numbers, analytical geometry, sequences, series, probability and statistics. A
graphing calculator is required and is an integral part of the course. This course also acts as a preparatory class
for students who wish to take Calculus the following year.
Prerequisite: Algebra II / Trig-Adv or instructor’s permission
Grade 11, 12
ADVANCED PLACEMENT CALCULUS - Honors Year long – 58450T1
This is a broad, in-depth study of single-variable Calculus that is designed to prepare students for the Advanced
Placement test. (AB) Topics covered include limits and continuity, differentiation and its applications, integration
and its applications and graphing. The graphing calculator is an integral part of the course. Students who pass
the Advanced Placement test receive credit and advanced standing at most colleges and universities.
Prerequisite: Analysis – Honors or Advanced and instructor’s permission
Grade 11, 12
ADVANCED PLACEMENT STATISTICS – Honors Year long– 58460T1
This course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclu-
sions from data. Students who pass the Advanced Placement test receive credit and advanced standing at most
colleges and universities. Graphing calculators are required.
Prerequisite: Analysis
Grade 11, 12 | |
