Mathematics (Math)

The main goals of mathematics education are to prepare you to:

  • Solve problems
  • Communicate and reason mathematically
  • Make connections between mathematics and its applications
  • Become mathematically literate
  • Appreciate and value mathematics
  • Make informed decisions as contributors to society

Credits: The following Math courses are 5 credits.

Diploma Path | -1 and -2 Course Sequences

Math 10C

  • Involves topics such as measurement, powers, irrational numbers, functions and relations, and trigonometry
  • Focuses on algebraic skills and reasoning
  • Provides several choices after you successfully complete it and move to 20-level courses

Math 20-1, 30-1

  • Investigate the relationships between relations and functions, and engage in trigonometric topics
  • Develop abstract reasoning and visualization in a problem-solving environment
  • Prepare you for a entrance requirements for post-secondary institutions vary; be sure to check their websites

Math 20-2, 30-2

  • Focus on investigation into logical reasoning, relations and functions, and trigonometry
  • Develop problem-solving, reasoning and communication in many ways, including a self-selected research project on a topic of interest
  • Prepare for a post-secondary program that does not require calculus (Entrance requirements for post-secondary institutions vary; be sure to check their websites)

Post-secondary Path | Requiring Calculus

Math 31

  • Prerequisite or co-requisite: Math 30-1
  • Introduces skills and topics in calculus
  • Investigates a variety of topics; focuses on the limit of a function and looks at the relationship between differentiation and integration

Diploma Path | -3 Course Sequence

Math 10-3, 20-3, 30-3

  • Provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into the majority of trades and for direct entry into the work force
  • Involves topics in measurement, geometry, finance skills (budgeting, income, interest, etc.), and continuing to develop simple algebraic reasoning

Certificate of High School Achievement Path | -4 Course Sequence

Math 10-4, 20-4

  • Engage in measurement skills, number concepts and probability as they would be used in the workplace
  • Develop problem-solving and reasoning skills in a team environment
  • Prepare you for the workplace or further training that may not involve postsecondary education
  • Important | written consent and a learning plan are required to register in each -4 Knowledge and Employability (K&E) course

Calculators Used at NTHS

Graphing Calculators 

  • Required for Math 10C, 20-1, 30-1, 20-2 and 30-2 as well as many Science classes
  • Calculators suggested: TI-84 or Casio fx-9750 III
  • Students should verify with their teacher about any other type of calculator to ensure it is allowed. It is the students’ responsibility to ensure that the calculator they have is on the approved Calculator list that is updated annually by Alberta Education.

Scientific Calculators

  • Required for Math 15, 10-3, 20-3, 30-3, and Calculus Math 31 
  • Make sure calculator has trigonometry functions (sin, cos, tan) and a fraction button.