Prerequisites: C or better in Pre-Algebra 8 and recommendation of the current mathematics teacher

This college preparatory course is designed for 9th grade students who could be expected to successfully master the content of a challenging first year Algebra course.

The course provides students with an opportunity to master algebraic techniques and to investigate the conceptual bases that underlie and justify these techniques. The course work stresses the structure of Algebra as well as the development of manipulative skills. Topics include variables, axiomatic systems, linear equations and inequalities, polynomials, algebraic systems, functions, graphing, and quadratic equations. Probability and statistics will be integrated throughout the course.

Prerequisites: C or better in Algebra 1 and Geometry or C or better in Integrated Math Parts 1, 2, and 3, AND in either case, recommendation of the current mathematics teacher

A working knowledge of Algebra 1 including the logical structure of the natural, whole, integral, rational, and real number systems, as well as relative dexterity in the manipulation of algebraic expressions is expected of students enrolling in this course. The course emphasizes applications of algebra to advance students in their study of more sophisticated topics.

Topics to be reviewed and expanded upon include: axiomatic systems, systems of linear equations, polynomial equations and factoring, rational expressions, relations, and functions. New topics to be introduced include: determinants, quadratic relations and systems, conic sections, the complex number system, exponential functions, and logarithms. Geometry and probability and statistics will be integrated throughout the course.

Students enrolling in this 9th grade course should possess a thorough understanding of Algebra 1. Mastery of the logical structure of the natural, whole, integral, rational, and real number systems, as well as dexterity in the manipulation of algebraic expressions is expected. The course emphasizes an analytical and abstract approach to algebra. Application of this approach is used as a means of advancing students to the study of more sophisticated topics.

Topics to be reviewed briefly and expanded upon include: axiomatic systems, systems of linear equations, polynomials and factoring, rational expressions, relations and functions.

New topics to be discussed in depth include: determinants, quadratic relations and systems, conic sections, the complex number system, exponential functions, and logarithms. Probability and statistics will be integrated throughout the course.