Algebra 3
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Recommended Grade Level: 12
Course Description (as defined by Alamo Colleges and the University of Texas at San Antonio):
Topics include real numbers, basic geometry, polynomials, factoring, linear equations, inequalities, quadratic equations, rational expressions, factoring techniques, radicals, algebraic fractions, complex numbers, graphing linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, systems of equations, graphing quadratic equations and an introduction to functions. Emphasis is placed on algebraic techniques, in order to successfully complete an entry-level college mathematics course. Calculator use is allowed in this course when indicated, including the departmental semester examination.
Course Goal by Higher Education:
• This course is recommended for students who have not demonstrated college readiness as defined by HB5.
• In particular, this course is intended to prepare students for the study of entry-level college mathematics.
Additional Public Education Goals:
• Students are prepared to enter post-secondary coursework or careers with no additional remediation in mathematics.
• Students experience a combination of class and tutoring times to simulate the course structure of Alamo Colleges and UTSA.
• Students manage their own learning through effective self-scheduling, self-monitoring, and effective peer study groups.
The student will be TSI exempt if they average a 75 or better in the class and are present 90% or more of the time.
Prerequisites: Must be in 12th grade
Course Description (as defined by Alamo Colleges and the University of Texas at San Antonio):
Topics include real numbers, basic geometry, polynomials, factoring, linear equations, inequalities, quadratic equations, rational expressions, factoring techniques, radicals, algebraic fractions, complex numbers, graphing linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, systems of equations, graphing quadratic equations and an introduction to functions. Emphasis is placed on algebraic techniques, in order to successfully complete an entry-level college mathematics course. Calculator use is allowed in this course when indicated, including the departmental semester examination.
Course Goal by Higher Education:
• This course is recommended for students who have not demonstrated college readiness as defined by HB5.
• In particular, this course is intended to prepare students for the study of entry-level college mathematics.
Additional Public Education Goals:
• Students are prepared to enter post-secondary coursework or careers with no additional remediation in mathematics.
• Students experience a combination of class and tutoring times to simulate the course structure of Alamo Colleges and UTSA.
• Students manage their own learning through effective self-scheduling, self-monitoring, and effective peer study groups.
The student will be TSI exempt if they average a 75 or better in the class and are present 90% or more of the time.
Prerequisites: Must be in 12th grade