Mathematics

Figuring out what Math to take.

What do all the abbreviations mean?
You have probably noticed that three of the math levels have a letter after the year, i.e. (MA 9H). "H" stands for 'Honours', "ME" stands for 'Minimum. Essentials' (a student is placed in ME Math on the recommendation of the teacher in consultation with parents) and "E" stands for 'Essentials' (where the principles math material is covered but at a slower rate and where some of the more complicated things are omitted).

Who should take which stream?
Students who get less than a C+ in a regular Math class are recommended to take the Essentials Math at the next level or repeat their current course.

Am I stuck in a stream (level) forever?
Course planning time is the best time for students to reassess their choices for math. If a student is truly struggling with the math they are taking, it is possible to choose a different stream for next year. i.e. from Honours to Principles or from Principles to Essentials. If a student wishes to move into the Essentials stream, it will require permission from parents and recommendation from a teacher and counsellor. Sometimes students do suddenly improve in math and want to take a more difficult stream. This switch is most likely to happen after successfully completing Math 10E with a “B” or better. The student can then take Math 10.

Do I need to pass Math 11 to graduate?
You do need a Math course at the "11" level to graduate. Principles of Math 11 (or 11 Honours) or Essentials of Math 11 all count.

NOTE: For all Mathematics courses, students need a calculator. Beyond Grade 9, it should be scientific. In. grade 12 students should have a graphing calculator.

Principles of Math 10  (MA 10)     4 credits

Prerequisite: Math 9
A student should have at least a "C+" in Math 9 to be successful in Math 10. The alternative would be Essentials of Math 10.
Topics covered in this course include:
• Factoring polynomials
• Rational and irrational expressions
• Solving quadratic equations
• Coordinate Geometry
• Sequences and series
• Relations and Functions
•Trigonometry (a scientific calculator will be required)         
• Data Analysis
There is a required Provincial Exam at the end of this course worth 20% of the final mark.

Principles of Math 10 Honours  (MA 10) 4 credits

Prerequisite: an “A” in MA 9 or a “C+” in MA 9H
Math 10H takes the concepts of Math 10 and expands them and focuses more on the application of the material covered.  The curriculum for 10H is the same as 10P but the emphasis is more on the challenging questions in each topic.  Students taking Math 10H will be prepared for either Math 11 Principles or Math 11 Honours (if final grade is adequate).  Math 10H students write the same final exam as the regular Math 10P classes but receive a 5% bump on their class mark before going into the final.
There is a required Provincial Exam at the end of this course worth 20% of the final mark.

Essentials of Math 10  (EMA 10) 4 credits

Prerequisite: MA 9
- 30%, basic skills
- 70%, data analysis, geometry, Algebra and measurement.
This course is for students who have passed Math 9E, or who achieved less than a "C" in Math 9.
There is a required Provincial Exam at the end of this course worth 20% of the final mark.

Principles of Math 11  (MA 11)   4 credits

Prerequisite: MA 10 ("C+" or better strongly recommended.)
This course is for students who wish to pursue a math, business or science related field of study. Principles of Math 11 is a challenging course, which emphasizes symbol manipulation, a variety of problem solving techniques, and more sophisticated concepts required for further studies in mathematics. This course fulfills the basic math requirement for graduation and is a prerequisite for Principles of Math 12, which is required for studies in Calculus.
Topics in the course include polynomials, algebraic systems, rational and irrational expressions, relations and functions, trigonometry, geometry, and data analysis.

Principles of Math11 Honours (MA 11) 4 credits

Prerequisite: “A” in Ma 10, “C+” in Ma 10H     
Math 11H expands the topics covered in Math 11 to focus more on the preparation for Math 12 and Calculus.  The course is supplemented with Math 12 material and a unit that introduces Calculus to students.  A 5% bump is added to the class mark and the final exam is the same as the 11P course with an additional honours section.

Essentials of Mathematics11 (EMA 11) 4 credits

Prerequisite: Ma 10 or EMA 10                       
The course emphasizes the practical applications of learning and the skills needed in the workplace. This course does meet the graduation requirement for Math.
The Essentials of Mathematics curriculum is intended to provide a practical, contextual focus that will enable students to develop their mathematical knowledge, skills and attitudes in the context of their lives and possible careers.
The student should carefully investigate the Math prerequisites for their particular post secondary goals and discuss these with their counsellor.

Mathematics 12  (MA 12)            4 credits

Prerequisite: "B" in Pr. MA 11 strongly recommended.
Although Math 12 is not required for University or College entrance, it is essential for students wishing to pursue further education in science or technology. This course requires a thorough understanding of Math 11. There is very little review of the prerequisite concepts. A student should have at least a “B” in Math 11 to be successful in Math 12. The topics covered in Math 12 include:

There is an optional Provincial Exam at the end of this course worth 40% of the final mark.