Precalculus (Apex)

Precalculus combines reviews of algebra, geometry, and functions into a preparatory course for calculus. The course focuses on the mastery of critical skills and exposure to new skills necessary for success in subsequent math courses. The first semester includes linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, radical, polynomial, and rational functions; systems of equations; and conic sections. The second semester covers trigonometric ratios and functions; inverse trigonometric functions; applications of trigonometry, including vectors and laws of cosine and sine; polar functions and notation; and arithmetic of complex numbers.

Within each lesson, students are supplied with a post-study checkup activity that provides them the opportunity to hone their computational skills by working through a low-stakes problem set before moving on to formal assessment. Unit-level assessments include a computer-scored test and a scaffolded, teacher-scored test. 

The course is built to state standards and the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) standards.

This updated course was originally created for Apex Courses and is now available in Courseware.