In addition, those who finish their preparation for IB early may elect to take Calculus 3 and 4 through Marquette University. The course is part of a pilot program of Audio Course work which gives King students a chance to study with a Marquette professor and receive college credit via a computer and speakerphone hookup. Thus they "attend" college while remaining her at King.

MA2111 Algebra 1.00 Unit

This course is an introduction to formal mathematical study. Students learn basic algebraic skills and concepts and then apply them to solve problems. The course also includes more modern elements of algebra such as combining statistics with linear functions, introduction to the use of graphing calculators, and real-world applications using these new techniques. Students who begin with algebra are able to complete a full IB diploma with the IB Math Studies sequence.

MA2113 Algebra Pre-IB 1.00 Unit
Prerequisite: Strong test scores and grades in middle school mathematics; math placement exam also required

Although this course has a syllabus similar to Algebra, the concepts are taught with greater depth and rigor. This course is especially designed for those students who plan to complete the IB mathematics program that includes IB Pre-calculus, IB Calculus and perhaps IB Advanced Math Topics. Students who follow this sequence prepare for the IB Math Methods examinations and are able to pursue a career in a math-related field.

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MA3011 Geometry 1.00 Unit
Prerequisite: Algebra

This course has two basic aims: 1) to develop the students' knowledge and use of the relationships, properties and applications associated with shapes found in a three-dimensional world, and 2) to develop the students' ability to reason logically. Applications help maintain the students' algebraic skills and provide practical examples of the usefulness of geometry. A "hands on" approach is favored in this course.

MA3013 Geometry Pre-IB 1.00 Unit
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra Pre-IB, Honors Algebra (eighth grade) or consent of teacher

This geometry course covers the same material as MA3011, but it is taught more formally and with greater emphasis on "proofs". It is essentially designed for those students who plan to complete the full IB mathematics program culminating in IB Pre-calculus, IB Calculus and perhaps IB Math Topics. Again, the course favors those who will be specializing in math-related careers.

MA641B IB Math Studies I 1.00 Unit
Prerequisite: Algebra and Geometry

This is the first year of a two-year IB math program that prepares students for the IB Math Studies exam. This course also provides non-IB math students with a solid program of college preparatory math for those who will not be pursuing a math-related field in college. The course incorporates many concepts formerly taught in Algebra 2/Trig, but also includes topics from finite math such as probability and statistics, data analysis, logic and sets.

MA5013 Advanced Math I Pre-IB 1.00 Unit
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra Pre-IB and Geometry Pre-IB or consent of math department chairperson

This is the final pre-IB math course in th IB Math Methods sequence. This course incorporates many of the topics that are taught in Math Studies I, but presents them with more mathematical rigor. Topics include elementary functions, trigonometry, graphing skills, probability and statistics, and matrices. This course also prepares students for the SAT Mathematics Achievement tests.

MA5211 Transition to College Math 1.00 Unit
Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB Math Studies I or Advanced Math I Pre IB and 12th grade standing

This course is designed for students who are following a college-prep mathematics sequence but find the IB mathematics courses too difficult. The content is characterized by a blend of new topics and a review of previously learned concepts and skills; a good preparation for college-level math courses.

MA861B IB Math Studies II 1.00 Unit
Prerequisite: IB Math Studies I or Advanced Math I Pre-IB

This is the second course in the IB math program that prepares students for the IB Math Studies exam. This course continues the curriculum begun in IB Math Studies I, but also requires completion of a project in mathematics and the preparation of an optional topic for the Math Studies exam. The project is usually involved with statistics and data analysis, and the option may introduce students to calculus or further statistics or vectors/matrices. This is a rigorous math course, but is intended for students who will not be specializing in math-related fields. It is excellent preparation for introductory level math courses in college.

MA801B IB Pre-calculus 1.00 Unit
Prerequisite: Advanced Mathematics I Pre-IB

This course serves as the introduction to both the standard level and higher level IB math methods sequence. It includes units in vectors and matrices, trigonometry, functions and graphing, sequences and series, limits, and probability. From Pre-Calculus, students can continue on to Calculus and possibly Advanced Topics, or they may opt to complete the IB Math Studies program. This course is especially designed for students who desire to complete a high-level math program but need further preparation before taking Calculus.

MA961B IB Calculus 1.00 Unit
Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB Pre-calculus and consent of instructor/department.

Higher level IB students and students planning to take the Advanced Placement Calculus Examination are required to take IB Calculus. A subsidiary level mathematics student may elect to take it during his/her senior year. The course is in essence a two-semester college level calculus course taught in high school. Students are expected to take an IB or AP exam at the completion of this course.

MA981B IB Math Topics 1.00 Unit

Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB Pre-calculus and concurrent taking of IB Calculus as well as consent of instructor/department.

Advanced Math Topics is intended as a final preparation for the Higher Level IB Examination in mathematics. It should be attempted by high school students whose level of mathematical sophistication is high, since it covers a variety of college-level mathematics topics with independent work required outside of class. Because it is an IB course, students taking this class will be expected to take the IB Higher Level Examination as their final examination. Students may obtain credit toward an International Baccalaureate diploma or certificate if they desire and may also elect to take the IB Further Mathematics Examination.