Math

Math 1
Credit: 1 unit
Year: 9
Prerequisite: None
The content of this course is governed by the syllabus provided by the State of New York. The scope of the course includes the following topics: Logic, Algebra, Probability, Statistics, Transformations and Introduction to Trigonometry. This course, along with Math 2, prepares students for the Regents Math A exam after 1 1/2 years of preparation.

Math 2 Credit: 1 unit
Year: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Math 1
The content of this course is governed by the syllabus provided by the State of New York. The first semester and the prerequisite class prepare the students for the January Math A exam. Topics in the first semester include: Euclidean, and Analytical Geometry, extension of Algebra skills, Mathematical Systems and Probability. The second semester expands to Euclidean and Analytical Geometry, Irrational and Complex Number Systems and Quadratics. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Passing the Math A Regents Exam is required for graduation.

Math 2X
Credit: 1 unit
Year: 9
Prerequisite: Math 1 credit
This course follows the content of Math 2 with enrichment and additional topics. A graphing calculator is suggested for this course.

Integrated Algebra
Credit: 1 unit
Year: 9
Prerequisite: Screening process
The content of this course is governed by the syllabus provided by the State of New York and includes Algebra, Geometry, Coordinate Geometry, Probability and Statistics. This class and Integrated Geometry prepare students for the Math A Regents exam after two years of preparation.

Integrated Geometry
Credit: 1 unit
Year: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Integrated Algebra or Math 1 and teacher recommendation.
The content of this course is governed by the syllabus provided by the State of New York and includes: Logic, Euclidean Geometry, extension of Algebraic Skills, Analytic Geometry, Irrational Numbers, probability, Mathematical Systems and Statistics. This class and the prerequisite class prepare the student for the June Math A Regents Exam. This is the second year of a two-year program preparing students for the Math A exam; passing the Math A Regents Exam is required for graduation.

Math 3
Credit: 1 unit
Year: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 2 and the Math A Regents exam
The content of this course is governed by the syllabus provided by the State of New York and includes Circle Geometry, Functions, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, Trigonometry, Transformational Geometry and Statistics. The class and its prerequisite course prepare students for the Math B Regents Exam in June following 1 1/2 years of preparation. A graphing calculator is required for this course.


Math 3X Credit: 1 unit
Year: 10
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 2X and the Math A Regents exam
This course follows the content of Math 3 with enrichment and additional topics. A graphing calculator is required for this course.

SUNY College Math
Credit: 1 unit
(College Credit Option)

Year: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 3
This course is designed to follow the curriculum of OCC's Math 151 course and is the first of the two-class sequence in Statistics. The course covers such topics as Methods of Describing Data, Probability, Discrete/Continuous Random Variables, Sampling Distributions, Confidence Intervals and Hypothesis Testing. The course benefits all college-bound students regardless of their mathematical intentions for the future. Students who have already taken or are concurrently taking Pre-Calculus may register for three (3) SUNY credit hours through OCC.

Applied Math Credit: 1 unit
Year: 11, 12
Prerequisite: At least two math credit
This course teaches students the applications of mathematical skills as they relate to personal finance and the business world. The course covers topics such as income, banking, budgets, investments, profit, marketing and accounting.

Pre-Calculus
Credit: 1 unit
Year: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 3
Designed for the college-bound student, Pre-Calculus is primarily a course in Advanced Algebra and Graphing, extending upon the mathematical concepts learned in Math 3. Any student interested in entering a field of mathematics or a physical or social science should seriously consider this course. A graphing calculator is used extensively in this course.

Pre-Calculus X
Credit: 1 unit
Year: 11
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 3X
This course is designed for the student planning to take AP Calculus. The class follows the content of Pre-Calculus with additional topics. Calculus topics are started near the end of the course and continue the following year.

AP Calculus
Credit: 1 unit
Year: 12
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus X
This course covers the syllabus provided for AP Calculus. It is intended for students who have a thorough knowledge of college preparatory mathematics including algebra, trigonometry, and analytical geometry. Topics covered are Differential Calculus and Integral Calculus. After the Advanced Placement exam in May, project work will be assigned. A student must use a graphing calculator in this course and one is also required for the AP exam given in May for college credit. The exam cost is approximately $80.

Algebra 2
Credit: 1 unit
Year: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 2 or Integrated Geometry and a score of 65+ on the Math A Regents exam.
The content of this course is governed by the syllabus provided by the State of New York. The scope includes a comprehensive study of Algebra, functions, exponents, logarithms and regression analysis. This course and Trigonometry provide students with two years of preparation for the Regents Math B Exam.

Trigonometry
Credit: 1 unit
Year: 12
Prerequisite: Algebra 2
The content of this course is governed by the State of New York. The scope includes a comprehensive study of Trigonometry, statistics, probability and circle geometry. This class and its prerequisite class provide students with two years of preparation for the Regents Math B Exam.

Computer Programming 1
Credit: 1/2 unit
Year: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Math 2 with an average of 75 or better.
This 1/2 unit course is an introductory course to computer programming using the C++ computer language. Topics include a history of computers and computer architecture, variables and constants, math operations, decision-making, if/else statements, loops, and functions. This course is highly recommended for students interested in careers in computer science, business, engineering or math.

Computer Programming 2
Credit: 1/2 unit
Year: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Computer Programming 1
This 1/2 unit course is a continuation of Computer Programming 1 using the C++ computer language. Topics include advanced data handling, dynamic data structures and recursion. This course is highly recommended for students interested in careers in computer science, engineering, business or math.

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