Grade 9
Mathematics,
Grade 9 (MTH1W1)
This course enables
students to consolidate, and continue to develop, an understanding of
mathematical concepts related to number sense and operations, algebra,
measurement, geometry, data, probability, and financial literacy. Students will
use mathematical processes, mathematical modelling, and coding to make sense of
the mathematics they are learning and to apply their understanding to
culturally responsive and relevant real-world situations. Students will
continue to enhance their mathematical reasoning skills, including proportional
reasoning, spatial reasoning, and algebraic reasoning, as they solve problems
and communicate their thinking.
Fees: None
Prerequisite: None
Essential Mathematics (MAT1LM)
Grade 9, Locally-Developed
This course focuses on the knowledge and skills required to be well prepared
for success in the Mathematics Grade 10 Locally Developed Course MAT2LM. It
will support students in developing and enhancing strategies that they need to
develop mathematical literacy skills and the confidence to use these skills in
their day- to- day lives. The areas of money sense, measurement and
proportional reasoning from the basis of the course content.
Note: This Locally Developed Course is intended for students who need to
upgrade the skills required to take other high school mathematics courses.
Fees: None
Prerequisite: With Principal's Permission
Grade 10
Principles of Mathematics (MPM2D1)
Grade 10, Academic
This course enables students to broaden their understanding of relationships
and extend their problem-solving and algebraic skills through investigation,
the effective use of technology, and abstract reasoning. Students will explore
quadratic relations and their applications; solve and apply linear systems;
verify properties of geometric figures using analytic geometry; and investigate
the trigonometry of right and acute triangles. Students will reason
mathematically and communicate their thinking as they solve multistep problems.
Fees: None
Prerequisite: MPM1D1
Essential Mathematics (MAT2LM)
Grade 10, Locally-Developed
This Grade 10 Locally Developed Course is designed to allow students to
solidify and extend their understanding, and confidence in using, the concepts
developed in MAT1LM, so that they are prepared for success in the Mathematics
Grade 11 Workplace Preparation Course (MEL3E). In the Grade 10 Course, students
are asked to demonstrate a greater depth of understanding and level of
complexity, in contexts that move them from their immediate personal
environment to their larger community.
Fees: None
Prerequisite: With Principal's Permission
Grade 11
Mathematics for Work and Everyday Life (MEL3E1)
Grade 11, Workplace
This course enables students to broaden their understanding of mathematics as
it is applied in the workplace and daily life. Students will solve problems
associated with earning money, paying taxes, and making purchases; apply
calculations of simple and compound interest in saving, investing, and borrowing;
and calculate the costs of transportation and travel in a variety of
situations. Students will consolidate their mathematical skills as they solve
problems and communicate their thinking.
Fees: None
Prerequisite: MPM1D1/MPM2D1/MAT2LM
Foundations for College Mathematics (MBF3C1)
Grade 11, College
This course enables students to broaden their understanding of mathematics as a problem solving tool in the real world. Students will extend their understanding of quadratic relations; investigate situations involving exponential growth; solve problems involving compound interest; solve financial problems connected with vehicle ownership; develop their ability to reason by collecting, analyzing, and evaluating data involving one variable; connect probability and statistics; and solve problems in geometry and trigonometry. Students will consolidate their mathematical skills as they solve problems and communicate their thinking.
Fees: None
Prerequisite: MPM2D1
Functions and Applications (MCF3M1)
Grade 11, University/College
This course introduces basic features of the function by extending students'
experiences with quadratic relations. It focuses on quadratic, trigonometric,
and exponential functions and their use in modelling real-world situations.
Students will represent functions numerically, graphically, and algebraically;
simplify expressions; solve equations; and solve problems relating to
applications. Students will reason mathematically and communicate their
thinking as they solve multi-step problems.
Fees: None
Prerequisite: MPM2D1
Functions (MCR3U1)
Grade 11, University
This course introduces the mathematical concept of the function by extending
students’ experiences with linear and quadratic relations. Students will
investigate properties of discrete and continuous functions, including
trigonometric and exponential functions; represent functions numerically,
algebraically, and graphically; solve problems involving applications of
functions; investigate inverse functions; and, develop facility in simplifying
polynomial and rational expressions. Students will reason mathematically and
communicate their thinking as they solve multi-step problems.
Fees: None
Prerequisite: MPM2D1
Functions - Advanced Placement Preparation (MCR3UE)
Grade 11, University
This course introduces the mathematical concept of the function by extending
students’ experiences with linear and quadratic relations. Students will
investigate properties of discrete and continuous functions, including
trigonometric and exponential functions; represent functions numerically,
algebraically, and graphically; solve problems involving applications of
functions; investigate inverse functions; and, develop facility in simplifying
polynomial and rational expressions. Students will reason mathematically and
communicate their thinking as they solve multi-step problems. This
course is a preparation course for Advanced Placement in grade 12 Mathematics.
A strong mathematical background and excellent work habits are necessary to
expect success in this course. Fees: None
Prerequisite: MPM2D1
Grade 12
Mathematics for Work and Everyday Life (MEL4E1)
Grade 12, Workplace
This course enables students to broaden their understanding of mathematics as
it is applied in the workplace and daily life. Students will investigate
questions involving the use of statistics; apply the concept of probability to
solve problems involving familiar situations; investigate accommodation costs,
create household budgets, and prepare a personal income tax return; use
proportional reasoning; estimate and measure; and apply geometric concepts to
create designs. Students will consolidate their mathematical skills as they
solve problems and communicate their thinking.
Fees: None
Prerequisite: MEL3E1
Foundations for College Mathematics (MAP4C1)
Grade 12, College
This course enables students to broaden their understanding of real-world
applications of mathematics. Students will analyze data using statistical
methods; solve problems involving applications of geometry and trigonometry;
solve financial problems connected with annuities, budgets, and renting or
owning accommodation; simplify expressions; and solve equations. Students will
reason mathematically and communicate their thinking as they solve multi-step
problems. This course prepares students for college programs in areas such as
business, health sciences, and human services, and for certain skilled trades.
Fees: None
Prerequisite: MBF3C1
Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U1)
Grade 12, University
This course broadens students' understanding of mathematics as it relates to
managing data. Students will apply methods for organizing and analyzing large
amounts of information; solve problems involving counting probability and
statistics; and carry out a culminating investigation that integrates
statistical concepts and skills. Students will also refine their use of the
mathematical processes necessary for success in senior mathematics. Students
planning to enter university programs in business, the social sciences, and the
humanities will find this course of particular interest.
Fees: None
Prerequisite: MCR3U1/MCF3M1
Advanced Functions (MHF4U1)
Grade 12, University
This course extends students' experience with functions. Students will
investigate the properties of polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and
trigonometric functions; develop techniques for combining functions; broaden
their understanding of rates of change; and develop facility in applying these
concepts and skills. Students will also refine their use of the mathematical
processes necessary for success in senior mathematics. This course is intended
both for students taking the Calculus and Vectors course as a prerequisite for
a university program and for those wishing to consolidate their understanding
of mathematics before proceeding to any one of a variety of university
programs.
Fee: None
Prerequisite: MCT4C1/MCR3U1
Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U1)
Grade 12, University
This course builds on students' previous experience with functions and their
developing understanding of rates of change. Students will solve problems
involving geometric and algebraic representations of vectors and
representations of lines and planes in three-dimensional space; broaden their
understanding of rates of change to include the derivatives of polynomial,
sinusoidal, exponential, rational, and radical functions; and apply these
concepts and skills to the modelling of real-world relationships. Students will
also refine their use of the mathematical processes for success in senior
mathematics. This course is intended for students who choose to pursue careers
in fields such as science, engineering, economics, and some areas of business,
including those students who will be required to take a university-level calculus,
linear algebra, or physics course.
Fees: None
Prerequisite: MHF4U1
Advanced Functions - Advanced Placement (MHF4UE)
Grade 12, University
This course extends students' experience with functions. Students will
investigate the properties of polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and
trigonometric functions; develop techniques for combining functions; broaden
their understanding of rates of change; and develop facility in applying these
concepts and skills. Students will also refine their use of the mathematical
processes necessary for success in senior mathematics. This course is intended
both for students taking the Calculus and Vectors course as a prerequisite for
a university program and for those wishing to consolidate their understanding
of mathematics before proceeding to any one of a variety of university
programs. A very strong mathematical background is required for this
course. This course is intended for students who may wish to take the Advanced
Placement Calculus exam.
Note: Students wishing to take this course must also take MCV4UE.
Fees: None
Prerequisite: MCR3U1* or MCR3UE
*If MCR3UE was NOT taken, please ask permission of teacher or
department head.
Calculus and Vectors - Advanced Placement (MCV4UE)
Grade 12, University
This course builds on students' previous experience with functions and their
developing understanding of rates of change. Students will solve problems
involving geometric and algebraic representations of vectors and
representations of lines and planes in three-dimensional space; broaden their
understanding of rates of change to include the derivatives of polynomial,
sinusoidal, exponential, rational, and radical functions; and apply these
concepts and skills to the modelling of real-world relationships. Students will
also refine their use of the mathematical processes for success in senior
mathematics. This course is intended for students who choose to pursue careers
in fields such as science, engineering, economics, and some areas of business,
including those students who will be required to take a university-level
calculus, linear algebra, or physics course. A very strong mathematical
background is required for this course. This course is intended for students
who may wish to take the Advanced Placement Calculus exam.
Note: Students wishing to take this course must also take MHF4UE.
Fees: None
Prerequisite: MHF4UE