WEST MECKLENBURG HIGH SCHOOL
7400 Tuckaseegee Road
Charlotte, NC28214
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS AND MODELING
COURSE SYLLABUS
Room: 136
Instructor: Alexander Fahad
Email: [email protected]
Textbook(s):
Glencoe. PRECALCULUS. Columbus, OH. McGraw-Hill Co., 2011.
Glencoe. ADVANCED MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS: PRECALCULUS WITH
APPLICATIONS. Columbus, OH. McGraw-Hill Co., 2004.
Required Tools for Class:
Interactive Notebook (Composition Notebook), Calculator (TI-83 or TI-84 will be provided for in-class use, but students should purchase their own for projects/homework), Pencils, Paper (lined and graph), & 3 ring binder.
Course Description: AFM will allow students to further their understanding of the concepts of geometric figures in the coordinate plane by describing them algebraically. Students will work with a variety of functions and relations in order to solve problems graphically, numerically, and analytically.
Purpose: This AFM course is designed specifically to prepare students for either Pre-calculus in high school, workforce or their first year of college. The concepts and skills learned in this course are the foundations for the skills learned in Pre-calculus. An understandably high level of performance is expected in this course.
Homework: Homework assignments will be given regularly and expected to be completed. Homework will be graded at the beginning of each class. You may work together on homework, but it is expected that each person understands the material. It is very important not only to complete the assignment but also to understand completely the mathematics being done.
Quizzes and Tests: You will be given periodic announced assessments throughout the semester. Unit tests will be given during the semester including a midterm exam in October and a final exam in January. Tests and assessments will be based upon the types of problems solved in the homework assignments. This is one reason why completion and understanding of the homework problems completed is extremely important.
Projects: Projects will be explained throughout the semester. There will be 3 projects, 1 individual and 2 group projects.
Grades: Your grade in this course will be made up of homework, quizzes, projects, and tests. We will follow the standard CMS grading scale. The following weights will be applied to your midterm and final grade reports:
Tests/Projects – 70%
Other Assignments – 30%
A: 100-93%
B: 92-85%
C: 84-77%
D: 76-70%
F: Below 70%
Class Policies:
1) The Homework – Homework problems and concepts are a primary basis for how the quizzes and tests are written.
2) The Class – The material, concepts, and types of problems presented in class will also be emphasized consistently on the quizzes and tests.
3) Learn to Understand and NOT Just Do the Mathematics – Your ability to understand the mathematics and the subtleties of the concepts will be tested on the quizzes and exams through word problems, writing activities, and application questions. The QUALITY of time you spend working on the homework is as important as the quantity of time you spend working on the homework. Make the investment of time early in the course. Challenge yourself to understand the mathematics you are doing at a deeper level than you have been used to.
4) Be Mentally Active in Class – Actively participate in the solving of problems consistently. Do not just rely on the teacher to teach – you need to take the responsibility of learning.
5) Prepare Yourself Before Coming to Class – Read ahead and complete all assignments when asked before coming to class. Challenging yourself will help you grasp and understand the more complex problems which with we wrestle.
7400 Tuckaseegee Road
Charlotte, NC28214
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS AND MODELING
COURSE SYLLABUS
Room: 136
Instructor: Alexander Fahad
Email: [email protected]
Textbook(s):
Glencoe. PRECALCULUS. Columbus, OH. McGraw-Hill Co., 2011.
Glencoe. ADVANCED MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS: PRECALCULUS WITH
APPLICATIONS. Columbus, OH. McGraw-Hill Co., 2004.
Required Tools for Class:
Interactive Notebook (Composition Notebook), Calculator (TI-83 or TI-84 will be provided for in-class use, but students should purchase their own for projects/homework), Pencils, Paper (lined and graph), & 3 ring binder.
Course Description: AFM will allow students to further their understanding of the concepts of geometric figures in the coordinate plane by describing them algebraically. Students will work with a variety of functions and relations in order to solve problems graphically, numerically, and analytically.
Purpose: This AFM course is designed specifically to prepare students for either Pre-calculus in high school, workforce or their first year of college. The concepts and skills learned in this course are the foundations for the skills learned in Pre-calculus. An understandably high level of performance is expected in this course.
Homework: Homework assignments will be given regularly and expected to be completed. Homework will be graded at the beginning of each class. You may work together on homework, but it is expected that each person understands the material. It is very important not only to complete the assignment but also to understand completely the mathematics being done.
Quizzes and Tests: You will be given periodic announced assessments throughout the semester. Unit tests will be given during the semester including a midterm exam in October and a final exam in January. Tests and assessments will be based upon the types of problems solved in the homework assignments. This is one reason why completion and understanding of the homework problems completed is extremely important.
Projects: Projects will be explained throughout the semester. There will be 3 projects, 1 individual and 2 group projects.
Grades: Your grade in this course will be made up of homework, quizzes, projects, and tests. We will follow the standard CMS grading scale. The following weights will be applied to your midterm and final grade reports:
Tests/Projects – 70%
Other Assignments – 30%
A: 100-93%
B: 92-85%
C: 84-77%
D: 76-70%
F: Below 70%
Class Policies:
- Attendance in each class session is extremely important. We will be learning new material daily, and missing a class will put you behind.
- Bring to class daily your notebook, assignments, pencils, and paper.
- Homework is checked when assigned.
- Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Group collaboration is an important part of our class and our learning, but individual assignments and tests must be completed independently.
- Be on time to class. Once the bell rings, you must be in the room and in your seat with materials out and ready to work. You will remain in the room and in your seats until dismissed by the instructor.
- You will respect those who are speaking by listening to what is being said and not speaking yourself.
- School rules with regard to electronics will be followed at all times. All electronics must be power off and out of sight during the class period.
- Follow CMS guidelines.
1) The Homework – Homework problems and concepts are a primary basis for how the quizzes and tests are written.
2) The Class – The material, concepts, and types of problems presented in class will also be emphasized consistently on the quizzes and tests.
3) Learn to Understand and NOT Just Do the Mathematics – Your ability to understand the mathematics and the subtleties of the concepts will be tested on the quizzes and exams through word problems, writing activities, and application questions. The QUALITY of time you spend working on the homework is as important as the quantity of time you spend working on the homework. Make the investment of time early in the course. Challenge yourself to understand the mathematics you are doing at a deeper level than you have been used to.
4) Be Mentally Active in Class – Actively participate in the solving of problems consistently. Do not just rely on the teacher to teach – you need to take the responsibility of learning.
5) Prepare Yourself Before Coming to Class – Read ahead and complete all assignments when asked before coming to class. Challenging yourself will help you grasp and understand the more complex problems which with we wrestle.