Department of Mathematics
NOTE: In keeping with modern technology, state requirements and requirements of standardized tests such as the SAT, all BMCHS students enrolled in math will be required to purchase a
designated brand and model graphics calculator.
College Prep Algebra I A (Grade 9)
College Prep Algebra I B (Grade 9)
This is a study of algebraic concepts. Topics will include variables, algebraic expressions and equations, factoring, graphing and problem solving. This course is designed for the student who has difficulty with math concepts and is intended to prepare the student for Geometry and Algebra II. This course is for students who have not taken Algebra I. It is designed to prepare students for Geometry and Algebra II.
Intermediate Algebra I A (Grade 9)
Intermediate Algebra I B (Grade 9)
A study of algebraic concepts: topics will include variables, algebraic expressions, rational numbers, equations, inequalities, polynomials, factoring, graphing and functions. This course is for students who took Algebra I in the 8th grade but based upon the skills assessment needs more practice and instruction to strengthen those skills for Algebra II.
College Prep Geometry A (Grade 9, 10)
College Prep Geometry B (Grade 9, 10)
A study of geometric concepts: topics will include sets, lines, planes, angles, triangle, circles, polygons, and the reasoning of geometric theorems. Students will learn the method of proof and geometric construction through demonstration and discussion.
Prerequisites Grade 9: Must have passed Algebra I and End of Course Test in Middle School
Prerequisites Grade 10: Algebra I and department recommendation.
Honors Geometry A (Grade 9, 10)
Honors Geometry B (Grade 9, 10)
This is an intensive study of geometric concepts including : sets, points, lines, planes, angles, triangles, circles, polygons, areas and volumes. Students will learn the formal method of proof and geometric construction with a straight edge and compass. Students will work more independently than in CP Geometry. Prerequisites Grade 9: “A” Average in Algebra I, score in the 90th percentile on the math portion of an approved standardized test or the Bishop McGuinness Placement Test, and teacher recommendation. Prerequisites Grade 10: Maintained a “B” or better in Algebra I and teacher recommendation.
College Prep Algebra II A (Grades 9, 10, 11)
College Prep Algebra II B (Grades 9, 10, 11)
A study of advanced algebraic concepts: topics will include linear functions and relations, linear equations, inequalities and their graphs, polynomials, rational algebraic expressions, irrational numbers, complex numbers and quadratic equations. Students will learn basic algebraic structures.
Prerequisites Grades 10, 11: Algebra I, Geometry and department recommendation.
Honors Algebra II A (Grades 9, 10, 11)
Honors Algebra II B (Grades 9, 10, 11)
An accelerated in-depth study of algebraic concepts: topics will include linear, quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions. Students will learn the characteristics of algebraic structures.
Prerequisites Grade 9: “B” or higher in Geometry, 90th percentile on the math portion of the Iowa Test of Basic Skills or the High School Placement Test and teacher recommendation.
Prerequisites Grades 10, 11: Maintained a “B” average or better in Algebra I and Honors Geometry, scored in the 90th percentile on the math portion of the PSAT and department recommendation.
College Prep Algebra III/Trigonometry A (Grades 11, 12)
College Prep Algebra III/Trigonometry B (Grades 11, 12)
A study of advanced topics in Algebra: topics will include fundamentals of algebra, linear and quadratic functions, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, right triangle trigonometry, radian measures, graphs of trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities and conic sections. This course is for students who need reinforcement in Algebra skills.
Advanced Functions and Modeling A (Grades 11, 12)
Advanced Functions and Modeling B (Grades 11, 12)
This course provides an in-depth study of modeling and applying functions. Home, work, recreation, consumer issues, public policy, and scientific investigations are just a few of the areas from which applications should originate. Appropriate technology, from manipulatives to calculators and application software, should be used regularly for instruction and assessment.
Prerequisite: Algebra II
Students who have passed Honors Pre-Calculus cannot take Advanced Functions and Modeling
Honors Pre-Calculus A (Grades 11, 12)
Honors Pre-Calculus B (Grades 11, 12)
A study of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric and circular functions: emphasis will be placed on graphing of these functions. The concept of limits will be introduced. This course is designed to prepare students for calculus and higher mathematics.
Prerequisites: a “B” average or higher in Honors Algebra II and/or Advanced Functions and Modeling, score of 17 or higher on the North Carolina Early Math Placement Test, and department recommendation.
Honors Pre-Calculus (AP Calc. BC track) A (Grades 11)
Honors Pre-Calculus (AP Calc. BC track) B (Grades 11)
This is an accelerated course covering the study of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, polar, and parametric and circular functions. The entire Pre-Calculus curriculum will be covered in the first 3 quarters. AP Calculus BC will start in the 4th quarter of this course.
Prerequisites: An “An” average in Honors Algebra II and a teacher recommendation.
Honors Calculus A (Grades 11, 12)
Honors Calculus B (Grades 11, 12)
This is an honors level course in Differential and Integral Calculus. It covers all of the concepts and topics of a Calculus I class but with fewer rigors than the AP class. It does not provide college credit but is a strong foundation for further study in Calculus. Prerequisite: “B” or higher in Pre-Calculus
Advanced Placement Calculus AB A (Grade 12)
Advanced Placement Calculus AB B (Grade 12)
This is a study of differential and integral Calculus. Topics will include concepts typically taught in a one-semester college Calculus course. This course is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement Calculus AP Exam, which is required. AP Exam Fee required.
Prerequisites: Attendance at a mandatory informational meeting (time to be determined), “A” in Honors Pre-Calculus, 55 or higher on PSAT, readiness assessment, teacher recommendation.
Advanced Placement Calculus BC A (Grade 12)
Advanced Placement Calculus BC B (Grade 12)
This is a rigorous study of differential and integral Calculus. Topics will include concepts typically taught in a two-semester college Calculus course. This course is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement Calculus AP Exam, which is required. AP Exam Fee required. The first part of this course will be taught in the Honors Precalculus (BC track) course.
Prerequisites: Completion of the Honors Precalculus (BC track) course or the Advanced Placement Calculus AB course.
Advanced Placement Statistics A (Grade 12)
Advanced Placement Statistics B (Grade 12)
This is a study of the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students will be exposed to four broad conceptual topics: Exploring Data; describing patterns and departures from patterns, Sampling and Experimentation; planning and conducting a study. Anticipating Patterns; exploring random phenomena using probability and simulation, and Statistical Inference; estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses. The course will prepare students for taking the AP Statistics Exam which is a requirement of the course. Students are required to take the AP exam in May. AP Exam Fee required.
Prerequisites: Completion of AP Calculus, Honors Calculus or Honors Pre-Calculus with at least a “B” average, and a teacher’s recommendation.
Math Electives (These courses do not replace math requirements)
College Prep Introduction to Computer Science A (Grades 9, 10, and 11)
College Prep Introduction to Computer Science B (Grades 9, 10, and 11)
The goals of Exploring Computer Science are to develop the computer science skills of algorithm development, problem solving and programming. Students will also be introduced to topics such as interface design, limits of computers and societal and ethical issues of software engineering. Scope of the class: Human Computer Interaction; Problem Solving; Web Design; Introduction to Programming; Robotics; Computing Applications.
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Honors Computer Science A (Grades 11, 12)
Honors Computer Science B (Grades 11, 12)
This course is designed to familiarize students with software development (programming); hardware of the computer; number systems; data codes; software creation.
Prerequisites: Algebra I and Geometry
Advanced Placement Computer Science A (Grade 12)
Advanced Placement Computer Science B (Grade 12)
This is a continuation of Honors Computer Science. This course covers concepts typically taught in a First Semester college computer science course. The course is designed to prepare students for the AP Computer Science exam, which is required. Students are required to take the AP exam in May.
AP Exam Fee required.
Prerequisites: Attendance at a mandatory informational meeting (time to be determined), a “B” or higher in Honors Computer Science, readiness assessment and teacher recommendation.