Mathematics

The Mathematics Department does its part to form faith-filled leaders by teaching mathematical principles and theories from a Catholic perspective. Servite's Mathematics department ensures that each student not only understands the material, but also appreciates the complexity of each algorithm and formula. Classtime and assignments are meant to exercise students' analytical and problem-solving skills. The development of these skills will prepare students for post-secondary education, as well as benefit them beyond the classroom.

Courses

Academic

3105 CP Algebra 1A
Year Course - Required for graduation
3106 CP Algebra 1B
Year Course - Must be taken after Algebra 1A to fulfill graduation requirement
These courses cover the same content as Algebra 1 over the course of two years. Algebra 1A covers the 1^st semester content in the 1^st year. Algebra 1B covers the 2^nd semester content in the second year. These courses are not UC approved.

3101 CP Algebra 1
Year Course - Required for graduation
This course relies heavily on the four basic mathematics operations developed previously in Pre-Algebra. Extend those operations to positive and negative numbers. Emphasis is placed on the solving of equations, factoring polynomials and simplifying radicals. Also strong emphasis is placed on problem solving using equations and word problems.

3201 CP Geometry
Year Course - Required for graduation
Beginning with the study of basic figures of geometry, this course emphasizes the development of students' understanding of the nature of two column proofs and deductive reasoning. Trigonometry emphasizes an understanding of the principles and definitions of trigonometry. Calculators will be used throughout the course.

3230 CP Algebra 2
Year Course - Required for graduation - Juniors
Algebra 2 is a second year course, which covers quadratic equations and their graphs, radicals, rational expressions, exponents, logarithms. Emphasis is placed on problem solving.

3301 CP Algebra 2 / Trigonometry
Year Course - Required for graduation - Juniors
Algebra 2 is a second year course, which covers quadratic equations and their graphs, radicals, rational expressions, exponents, logarithms and an introduction to trigonometry. Emphasis is placed on problem solving.

3318 CP Pre-Calculus
Year Course - Sophomore/Junior/Senior
Pre-Calculus prepares the student for college-level calculus. Students learn polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic, trigonometric functions, and their graphs.

3407 CP College Algebra and Trigonometry
Year Course – Junior/Senior Elective
A course that incorporates all topics of Algebra 2 with an emphasis on real, rational, and exponential functions and also emphasizes an understanding of the principles and definitions of trigonometry. Calculators will be used throughout the course.

3409 CP Calculus
Year Course – Senior Elective
This course explores differential and integral calculus with emphasis placed on method and application.

Honors

3151 HP Algebra 1
Year Course
This course relies heavily on the four basic mathematics operations developed previously in Pre-Algebra. Extend those operations to positive and negative numbers. Emphasis is placed on the solving of equations, factoring polynomials and simplifying radicals. Also strong emphasis is placed on problem solving using equations and word problems.

3251 HP Geometry
Year Course
Beginning with the study of basic figures of geometry, this course emphasizes the development of students' understanding of the nature of two column proofs and deductive reasoning. Trigonometry emphasizes an understanding of the principles and definitions of trigonometry. Calculators will be used throughout the course.

3133 HP Algebra 2 / Trigonometry
Year Course – Freshmen - Junior
Algebra 2 is a second year course, which covers quadratic equations and their graphs, radicals, rational expressions, exponents, logarithms and an introduction to trigonometry. Emphasis is placed on problem solving.

3358 HP Pre-Calculus
Year Course – Sophomore/Junior/Senior
Pre-Calculus prepares the student for college-level calculus. Students learn polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic, trigonometric functions, and their graphs.

AP

Students will have an option to qualify for and receive 4 credits for Math 150A at California State University Fullerton.3487 AP Statistics
Year Course - Senior Elective
Prerequisite: A/B in an Algebra 2 course as well as A/B in English
This course discusses the science of statistical estimation with a focus on understanding fundamental statistical measures. Methods of exploring, quantifying, and classifying data, planning a study, current applications, anticipating patterns and interpretation of the validity of statistical inference are covered. Advanced Placement students will be prepared for the AP Exam in May.

3489 AP Calculus AB
Year Course – Junior/Senior Elective
This course includes in-depth study of calculus topics in preparation for the Advanced Placement Calculus AB examination.

3499 AP Calculus BC
Year Course - Senior Elective
This is a second year course in calculus for those students who have one year of calculus. Emphasis is on material covered in the Advanced Placement Calculus BC examination.