MATHEMATICS 9 – FOUNDATIONS
Prerequisite: Math 8
The Math 9 curriculum is an extension of the concepts started in Math 8. The Big Ideas include work around the principles and processes underlying operations with numbers, computational fluency and flexibility, representations of continuous linear relationships, proportional relationships, and the analysis of the validity, reliability, and representation of data. The course will be taught with inclusion of problem solving throughout and will employ the use of mathematical modeling in the learning process. Math 9 is a required course for all grade 9 students.
MATHEMATICS 10
As students enter Math 10, they will need to decide which math pathway is appropriate for their future goals. Below is a list describing the 3 pathways:
FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICS – Grade 10-12
This pathway is designed for entry into post-secondary programs such as Arts or Humanities that do not require the study of theoretical calculus.
Pre-Calculus – Grade 10-12
This pathway is designed to provide students with the mathematical understanding and critical-thinking skills identified for post-secondary programs such as Science or Engineering that require the study of theoretical calculus.
WORKPLACE MATHEMATICS – Grade 10/11
This pathway is specifically designed to provide students with the mathematical understanding and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into the majority of trades and for direct entry into the work force post-secondary.
Post-Secondary Expectations Regarding the New Mathematics Curriculum
It is important students carefully research the expectations required for a program of study for any given post-secondary institution they may be interested in enrolling in. Be aware of the different
requirements for general admission and the entrance to a specific program of choice.
Each institution will have their own sets of requirements regarding mathematics.
FOUNDATIONS AND PRE-CALCULUS MATH 10
For Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus Pathways
This course is for students who have chosen either the Foundations pathway or the Pre-Calculus pathway. Topics include Big Ideas such as proportional comparisons, operations on algebraic expressions and polynomials, linear relationships, and trends in data. Specific topics include integral exponents, graphing relationships in data, linear relations and linear systems, multiplication and factoring of polynomials, trigonometry, experimental probability, and financial literacy. It is strongly recommended that students who take this course have achieved at least a C+ in Math 9 and have good work habits.
WORKPLACE MATH 10
This course is for students who have chosen the Workplace Pathway. Topics include Big Ideas such as proportions, operations, mathematical modeling, angle relationships and data analysis. Specific units include computational fluency through puzzles and games, graphing, trigonometry, unit conversions, surface area and volume, central tendency, experimental probability, and financial literacy.
FOUNDATIONS OF MATH 11
Prerequisite: Foundations and Pre-Calculus 10
This course is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for post-secondary studies in programs that do not require the study of theoretical calculus like Economics, Geography, Arts or Humanities. Topics in this Pathway include scale models, mathematical reasoning, angle relationships, quadratic functions, systems of equations, statistics, and financial math.
PRE-CALCULUS 11
Prerequisite: Foundations and Pre-Calculus 10
This course is designed to provide students with mathematical understanding and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into post-secondary programs that require the study of theoretical calculus like Sciences or Engineering. Topics include algebra and number, measurement, relations and functions, trigonometry, and finance. A small number of students will choose this pathway because of the higher-level topics included in it.
WORKPLACE MATH 11
Prerequisite: Workplace Mathematics 10
This course is specifically designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into the majority of trades at post-secondary and for direct entry into the work force. Topics include algebra, geometry, measurement, number, statistics, and probability.
FOUNDATIONS OF MATH 12
Prerequisite: Foundations of Mathematics 11
This course is a continuation of the Foundations Pathway that began with FOM 11. Students continue to work towards preparing for fields like Economics, Geography, Arts or Humanities. Topics include logical reasoning, combinatorics, probability, constructions, relations and functions, finance, and research in mathematics.
PRE-CALCULUS 12
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 11
This course is a continuation of the Pre-Calculus Pathway that began with PREC 11. Students continue to work towards preparing for fields in the Sciences or Engineering. Topics include algebra and number, relations and functions, trigonometry, and conics.
CALCULUS 12
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 12 with a high B and excellent work habits
Topics offered include the theory of limits, differentiation, integration of area, and practical problems involving these skills and techniques. Students who succeed will be very well prepared for any University entry level Calculus course.