" Mathematics is the alphabet

with which God has written the universe "

Galileo

THE GOAL OF THE ST. PATRICK'S MATHEMATICS' DEPARTMENT IS THREE FOLD:

1. To help students develop the communication skills involving the use and
notation of Mathematics.

2. To help students develop an appreciation for the place of Mathematics and
it’s widespread application in our culture.

3. To prepare students with the mathematical skills required to function as
informed citizens (EVERYDAY LIFE ROUTE) or for entry to Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (APPLIED/ACADEMIC LEVEL) or for entry to University (ACADEMIC LEVEL).

Career Information
Why Study Mathematics?

To cope confidently with the demands of today's society; one must be able to grasp the implications of many mathematics' concepts - for example, chance, logic, and graphs that permeate daily news and routine decisions. The study of mathematics can help to develop the critical habits of mind, to distinguish evidence from anecdote, to recognize nonsense, to understand chance, and to value proof. In short, the facility with mathematics formerly required for those preparing for scientific careers is now an essential ingredient in the foundation for lifelong work in the information age.

Consequently, one can never have too many mathematics' courses listed in their Ontario Student Transcript. As a major aspect of our present technological era, mathematics should be studied by the average citizen who wishes to be literate in this twenty-first century.

As Galileo said and it bears repeating now, more so than ever:
" Mathematics is the alphabet with which God has created the universe."

MPM 1D1 PRINCIPLES OF MATHEMATICS
GRADE 9, ACADEMIC Credit Value – 1.00

This course enables students to develop generalizations of mathematical ideas through 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 deepen their mathematical knowledge and enrich their understanding.
Prerequisite: None

MFM 1P1 FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICS
GRADE 9, APPLIED Credit Value – 1.00

This course enables students to develop mathematical ideas and abstract reasoning through 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

MAT 141 ESSENTIAL MATH
GRADE 9, (Compulsory Course) Credit Value – 1.00

This course provides students who have experienced significant difficulties in previous Mathematics courses an opportunity to obtain sufficient background and skill development to prepare them for Grade 11 (MEL3E) and 12(MEL4E) Workplace Preparation courses. Whenever possible, ideas will be presented in a real-life context, providing students with the opportunity to explore, organize, interpret, and use mathematical models to solve problems. Technology and manipulative materials will be used wherever appropriate. Assessment and evaluation will be done using a wide variety of strategies. This course prepares students for the Grade 11 Mathematics course, Mathematics for Everyday Life - Workplace Preparation (MEL3E).
Prerequisite: None

MPM 2D1 PPRINCIPLES OF MATHEMATIC
GRADE 10, ACADEMIC Credit Value – 1.00

This course enables students to broaden their understanding of relations, extend their skills in multi-step problem solving, and continue to develop their abilities in abstract reasoning. Students will pursue investigations of quadratic functions and their applications; solve and apply linear systems; solve multi-step problems in analytical geometry to verify properties of geometric figures; investigate the trigonometry of right and acute triangles; and develop supporting algebraic skills.
Prerequisite: Mathematics Grade 9, Academic or Applied

MFM 2P1 FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICS
GRADE 10, APPLIED Credit Value – 1.00

This course enables students to consolidate their understanding of key mathematical concepts through hands-on activities and to extend their problem solving experiences in a variety of applications. Students will solve problems involving proportional reasoning and the trigonometry of right triangles; investigate applications of piecewise linear functions; solve and apply systems of linear equations; and solve problems involving quadratic functions. The effective use of technology in learning and solving problems will be a focus of the course.
Prerequisite: Mathematics Grade 9, Academic or Applied

MAT 231 LOCALLY DEVELOPED
GRADE 10, (Optional Course) C Credit Value – 1.00

This course enables students to consolidate their understanding of key mathematical concepts and to expand their mathematical knowledge through hands-on activities in problem-solving situations. Students will solve problems using a variety of methods for calculation; consolidate the meaning and use of proportionality through applications; use patterning strategies to solve simple problems; collect and analyse data that will result in linear relationships; investigate measurement aspects of two-dimensional figures and three-dimensional objects; and explore geometric relationships. This course prepares students for the Grade 11 Mathematics course, Mathematics for Everyday Life - Workplace Preparation (MEL 3E1).
Prerequisite: None


MCR 3U1 FUNCTIONS AND RELATIONS
GRADE 11, University Preparation Credit Value – 1.00

This course introduces some financial applications of mathematics, extends students' experiences with functions, and introduces second-degree relations. Students will solve problems in personal finance involving applications of sequences and series; investigate properties and applications of trigonometric functions; develop facility in operating with polynomials, rational expressions, and exponential expressions; develop an understanding of inverses and transformations of functions; and develop facility in using function notation and in communicating mathematical reasoning. Students will also investigate loci and the properties.
Prerequisite: Principles of Mathematics, Grade 10, Academic

MCF 3M1 FUNCTIONS, GRADE 11
University / College Preparation Credit Value – 1.00

This course introduces some financial applications of mathematics and extends students' experience with functions. Students will solve problems in personal finance involving applications of sequences and series; investigate properties and applications of trigonometric functions; develop facility in operating with polynomials, rational expressions, and exponential expressions; develop an understanding of inverses and transformations of functions; and develop facility in using function notation and in communicating mathematical reasoning.
Prerequisite: Principles of Mathematics, Grade 10, Academic

MBF 3C1 MATHEMATICS OF PERSONAL FINANCE
GRADE 11, College Preparation Credit Value – 1.00

This course enables students to broaden their understanding of exponential growth and of important areas of personal finance. Students will investigate properties of exponential functions and develop skills in manipulating exponential expressions; solve problems and investigate financial applications involving compound interest and annuities; and apply mathematics in making informed decisions about transportation, accommodation, and career choices.
Prerequisite: Foundations of Mathematics, Grade 10, Applied


MEL 3E1 MATHEMATICS FOR EVERY DAY LIFE
GRADE 11, Workplace Preparation Credit Value – 1.00

This course enables students to broaden their understanding of mathematics as it is applied in important areas of day-to-day living. 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.
Prerequisite: Mathematics, Grade 9, Academic or Applied

MGA 4U1
GEOMETRY AND DISCRETE MATHEMATICS
GRADE 12, University Preparation
Credit Value – 1.00

This course is designed for students with a high level of achievement in mathematics pursuing a career with heavy focus on mathematics in university. This course enables students to broaden mathematical knowledge and skills related to abstract mathematical topics and to the solving of complex problems. Students will solve problems involving geometric and Cartesian vectors, and intersections of lines and planes in three-space. They will also develop an understanding of proof using deductive, algebraic, vector, and indirect methods. Students will solve problems involving counting techniques and prove results using mathematical induction.
Prerequisite: Functions and Relations, Grade 11, University Preparation

MCB 4U1 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS AND INTRODUCTORY CALCULUS
GRADE 12, University Preparation Credit Value – 1.00

This course is designed for students planning to enter a university program that requires high school calculus for admission. This course builds on students “experience with functions and introduces the basic concepts and skills of calculus. Students will investigate and apply the properties of polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions; broaden their understanding of the mathematics associated with rates of change; and develop facility with the concepts and skills of differential calculus as applied to polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Students will apply these skills t problem solving in a range of applications.
Prerequisite: Functions and Relations, Grade 11, University Preparation, or Functions, Grade 11, University / College Preparation

MDM 4U1 MATHEMATICS OF DATA MANAGEMENT
GRADE 12, University Preparation Credit Value – 1.00

This course is designed for students planning to enter university in a program that may require a statistics course. This course broadens students’ understanding of mathematics as it relates to managing information. 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.
Prerequisite: Functions and Relations, Grade 11, University Preparation, or Functions, Grade 11, University / College Preparation

MCT 4C1
MATHEMATICS FOR COLLEGE TECHNOLOGY
GRADE 12, College Preparation
Credit Value – 1.00

This course equips students with the mathematical knowledge and skills needed for entry into college technology programs. Students will investigate and apply properties of polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions; solve problems involving inverse proportionality; and explore the properties of reciprocal functions. They will also analyse models of a variety of functions, solve problems involving piecewise-defined functions, solve linear-quadratic systems, and consolidate key manipulation and communication skills.
Prerequisite: Functionss, Grade 11, University / College Preparation, or Functions and Relations, Grade 11, University Preparation

MAP 4C1 COLLEGE AND APPRENTICESHIP MATHEMATICS
GRADE 12, College Preparation Credit Value – 1.00

This course equips students with the mathematical knowledge and skills they will need in many college programs. Students will use statistical methods to analyse problems; solve problems involving the application of principles of geometry and measurement to the design and construction of physical models; solve problems involving trigonometry in triangles; and consolidate their skills in analysing and interpreting mathematical models.
Prerequisite: Mathematics of Personal Finance, Grade 11, College Preparation, or Functions Grade 11, University / College Preparation, or Functions and Relations, Grade 11, University Preparation

MEL 4E1 MATHEMATICS FOR EVERYDAY LIFE GRADE 12, Workplace Preparation Credit Value – 1.00
This course enables students to broaden their understanding of mathematics as it is applied in important areas of day-to-day living. Students will use statistics in investigating questions of interest and apply principles of probability in familiar situations. They will also investigate accommodation costs and create household budgets; solve problems involving estimation and measurement; and apply concepts of geometry in the creation of designs.
Prerequisite: Mathematics for Everyday Life, Grade 11, Workplace Preparation

 

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