Hutchinson Central Technical High School

Course Syllabus

Course Name: Algebra2/Trigonometry

Instructor: Mr. Swiech            Contact Time: 9:42-10:23         Phone Ext: 1323

Grading Policy
Your grade will be calculated by the following formula:

Average = Points Earned divided by Possible Points

The following percentages are approximations:

Tests/Quizzes 80% Homework 20%

Homework Policy
Homework is graded on effort and will receive 2, 1, or 0 based on the number of problems attempted and the work shown. All work must be shown!

Test Policy
Tests are given at the end of each unit and will be announced in advance. A review will be done before the test to prepare students for the material to be tested. Students who are absent are expected to make up tests on the first day back to school. If a student was out for more than a few days, alternate arrangements may be made.

Quiz Policy
Quizzes are usually given every 1-2 weeks. Students who are absent are expected to make up the quiz on the first day back to school. If a student was out for more than a few days, alternate arrangements may be made.

Projects
Materials

Students are expected to come to class prepared every day. Students should have a folder and notebook/binder with paper for this class.

TI-84+ Graphing calculators will be used in class. (It is highly recommended to have your OWN calculator to assist with homework)

Course Outline
Chapter 1. Expressions, Equations, Inequalities
Chapter 2. Functions, Equations, and Graphs
Chapter 3. Linear Systems
Chapter 4. Quadratic Functions and Equations
Chapter 5. Polynomials and Polynomial Functions
Chapter 6. Radical Functions and Rational Exponents
Chapter 7. Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
Chapter 8. Rational Functions
Chapter 9. Sequences and Series
Chapter 10. Quadratic Relations and Conic Sections
Chapter 11. Probability and Statistics
Chapter 13. Periodic Functions and Trigonometry
Chapter 14. Trig. Identities and Equations

Review for the Regents exam which is given in June.