Essentials Mathematics, Grade 9, Locally Developed. This course provides students who have experienced difficulties in previous mathematics courses an opportunity to obtain sufficient background and skill development to prepare them for Grade 11 and 12 Workplace Preparation curses. Whenever possible, ideas will be presented in a realistic context providing students with an opportunity to explore, organize, interpret, and use mathematical models to solve problems. Technology and manipulative materials will be used wherever appropriate.Prerequisite: None

Foundations of Mathematics, Grade 9, Applied. This course enables students to develop mathematical ideas and methods through the exploration of applications, the effective use of technology, and extended experiences with hands-on activities. Students will investigate relationships of straight lines in analytic geometry, solve problems involving the measurement of 3-dimensional objects and 2-dimensional figures, and apply key numeric and algebraic skills in problem solving. Students will also have opportunities to consolidate core skills and deepen their understanding of key mathematical concepts.Prerequisite: None

Principles of Mathematics, Grade 9, Academic. This course enables students to develop generalizations of mathematical ideas and methods through the exploration of applications, the effective use of technology, and abstract reasoning. Students will investigate relationships to develop equations of straight lines in analytic geometry, explore relationships between volume and surface area of objects in measurement, and apply extended algebraic skills in problem solving. Students will engage in abstract extensions of core learning that will deepen their mathematical knowledge and enrich their understanding. Prerequisite: None

Essentials Mathematics, Grade 10, Locally Developed. This Grade 10 mathematics course is designed to provide additional experiences in problem solving. Ideas will be presented in a realistic context providing students with an opportunity to explore, organize, interpret, and use mathematical models to solve problems. Repetition of skills and exposure to technology are key aspects of this course.Recommended Preparation: Mathematics, Grade 9, Applied or EssentialNote: This is a non-compulsory Math Credit.

Principles of Mathematics, Grade 10, Academic. Students will solve problems involving quadratic functions, linear systems, analytic geometry, and trigonometry of right and acute triangles. There will be a strong emphasis on developing algebraic skills.Prerequisite – MPM1D1 or new for 2006 MFM1P1 plus transfer course (.5 credit)

Foundations of Mathematics, Grade 10, Applied. Students will solve problems involving proportional reasoning, trigonometry of right triangles, piecewise linear functions, systems of linear equations, and quadratic functions. Prerequisite – MFM1P1 OR MFM1D1

Mathematics of Personal Finance – College. Students will solve problems involving exponential functions, financial applications, and apply mathematics to make informed decisions about transportation, accommodation, and career choices. Prerequisite – MFM2P

Functions, Grade 11, University/College. Students will solve problems involving personal finance related to sequence and series, trigonometric functions, polynomials, rational expressions, exponential expressions, inverse and transformations of functions, and function notation. There will be a strong emphasis on developing methods of communicating mathematical reasoning.Prerequisite – MPM2D1

Functions and Relations, Grade 11, University. Students will solve problems involving personal finance related to sequence and series, properties and applications of trigonometric functions, polynomials, rational expressions, exponential expressions, inverse and transformations of functions, and function notation. There will be a strong emphasis on developing methods of communicating mathematical reasoning. Students will also investigate loci and properties and applications of conics. NOTE: Most university programs in engineering, physics, computer science, or applied mathematics recommend or require MGA4U1 for which this course is the prerequisite. For all other university programs MCF3M1 will lead to the required grade 12 math courses.Prerequisite – MPM2D1

Mathematics for Everyday Life – Workplace. Students will solve problems involving earning money, paying taxes, making purchases, calculating simple and compound interest in saving, investing, borrowing, and calculating the cost of transportation and travel.Prerequisite – MFM1P1 OR MFM1D1

College and Apprenticeship Mathematics – College. Students will solve problems involving analyzing statistics, geometry and measurement, trigonometry, and analyzing and interpreting mathematical models.Prerequisite – MBF3C1 OR MCF3M1 OR MCR3U1

Advanced Functions and Introductory Calculus – University. Students will solve problems involving polynomial functions, exponential functions, logarithmic functions, rates of change, and differential calculus. Prerequisites – MCF3M1 OR MCR3U1

Mathematics for College Technology (Pre Calculus) – College. Students will solve problems involving polynomial functions, exponential functions, logarithmic functions, proportionality, reciprocal functions, piecewise functions, and linear quadratic systems. There will be a strong emphasis on developing manipulation and communication skills.Prerequisites – MCF 3M1 OR MCR 3U1Recommended for students who want to strengthen their skills before studying Calculus

Mathematics of Data Management – University. Students will apply methods for organizing large amounts of information; apply counting techniques, probability, and statistics in modeling and solving problems; and carry out a culminating project that integrates the expectations of the course and encourages perseverance and independence. Students planning to pursue university programs in business, the social sciences, or the humanities will find this course of particular interest.Prerequisites – MCF3M1 OR MCR3U1

Mathematics For Everyday Life – Workplace. Students will investigate probability, costs, household budgets, estimation, measurement, and apply geometry in designs.Prerequisite – MEL3E1

Geometry and Discrete Mathematics – University. Students will solve problems involving geometric and Cartesian vectors, intersection of lines and planes in 3 space, and counting techniques. Students will also develop an understanding of proof, using deductive, algebraic, vector, and indirect methods NOTE: Most university programs in engineering, physics, computer science, or applied mathematics recommend or require MGA4U1. Prerequisite – MCR 3U1