Course Description: Algebra 1
Algebra I is a basic algebra course that lays the foundation for a broad range of mathematical topics. It covers a variety of techniques and graphic methods to manipulate formulae and solve equations, apply proportions and exponential concepts to real world topics, as well as provide the fundamentals of trigonometry, statistics and probability. The course aims to provide students with a broad base of tools and knowledge to understand and solve mathematical problems. The student will learn how to use traditional algebra as well as interpret graphic, tabular and text-based information to solve problems, puzzles, and tackle projects and investigations. Real world examples, from finance to science, are used extensively to allow the student to understand how mathematical tools help approach daily decisions and problems.
Course objectives
The objectives of the course are to enable students to:
- Solve basic arithmetic calculations
- Understand the concept of similar shapes
- Calculate time, distance and speed
- Develop an understanding of certain financial matters
- Manipulate positive and negative numbers
- Use and understand the Pythagorean theorem
- Solve equations with and without brackets, including simultaneous equations
- Understand basic statistical methods, and create and read data from graphs
- Find the area and volume of a wide range of geometric shapes
- Understand the basic functions of trigonometry
- Factor certain mathematical expressions
- Use and manipulate formulas
- Develop the concept of probability and predict probable outcomes
