CTE Courses for Math Credit

College Prep Math

MA4CPA/B

Grade 12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA College Preparatory Math is designed in conjunction with Collin College to cover the content of the Collin College developmental (remedial, non-credit) math courses. Topics include a study of relations, functions, inequalities, algebraic expressions and equations (linear, polynomial, radical, rational), with a special emphasis on linear and quadratic expressions and equations. Enrollment is limited to students who have demonstrated they are at risk of needing to complete developmental mathematics courses in College. Successful completion of this course earns a Texas Success Initiative (TSI) exemption at Collin College. Prerequisite: Algebra II

CTE Courses for Math Credit

AP Computer Science A

MA520A/B Grade 10-12, 2 credits, AP/DC weighted GPA FCSAPA/B This course offers an emphasis on object-oriented programming methodology with a concentration on problem solving and algorithm development, and is meant to be the equivalent of a first semester college-level course in Computer Science. The course includes the study of data structures, design, and abstraction using the Java programming language. Students who take AP courses should take the AP exam in May. This course fulfills the fourth credit of math. Course Note: Two credits in computer programming which includes, Computer Science I, II, AP Computer Science Principles, and AP Computer Science A may be used to satisfy the World Languages graduation requirements. Check with the college you plan on attending to see if this will count for admissions. Recommended Prerequisite: Honors Computer Science I Prerequisite: Algebra I

Accounting II

ACCT2A/B

Grade 11-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Students create, analyze, and interpret financial information including the creation of financial statements and financial ratios. This course provides opportunities to earn a certification in QuickBooks. This course fulfills the fourth math credit. Prerequisite: Accounting I

Manufacturing Engineering Technology II

MENT2A/B

Grade 11-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA The study of Manufacturing Engineering Technology II will allow students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings. Students will use metal lathe, CNC vertical milling machines. Past year examples projects are machinist hammer, stirling engine, chess pieces, as well as several parts to be used in the Solar Car or FIRST Robotic Competition. This course fulfills the fourth math credit Prerequisite: Manufacturing Engineering I