AP Calculus AB

This course is the equivalent of an introductory college-level calculus course. Calculus helps scientists, engineers, and financial analysts understand the complex relationships behind real-world phenomena. Students learn to evaluate the soundness of proposed solutions and apply mathematical reasoning to real-world models. Students also learn to understand change geometrically and visually (by studying graphs of curves), analytically (by studying and working with mathematical formulas), numerically (by seeing patterns in sets of numbers), and verbally. Students prepare for the AP® Exam and further studies in science, engineering, and mathematics.

Two semesters

• None provided, but a Texas Instruments T1-82 Graphing Calculator or one of similar capabilities is required

Algebra II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus (with trigonometry), and a grade of B or higher in most recent Math course