Credit Value:
1.0
Course Description:
This course enables students to broaden their understanding of real-world applications of mathematics. Students will analyse 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.
Prerequisite:
MBF3C or MCF3M
Ministry Policy Documents:
The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12: Mathematics, 2007 (revised)
Text Resources:
All resources provided and referenced within the modules are available online.
Required Software/Equipment:
At a minimum, students should have access to:
- a computer;
- an internet connection (high speed is preferable since some demonstrations and lessons may take a long time to download on a dial-up connection);
- a media player (to view streamed video) - a free download, if not already included with Internet Explorer;
- word processing software;
- graphics software, where the product can be saved in a standard format like .jpg or .gif;
- other hardware like a scanner or a digital camera.
Throughout the course, students will be using a range of technologies for investigations and performance tasks. For certain tasks, students will need the following specialized software: Adobe Reader, Winplot, Curve Expert, Sun Java Download Centre, Geometer's Sketchpad: Contact your teacher regarding this software, Quicktime