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Section C · MathematicsUC Honors · +1.0 GPA
Precalculus
UC A-G approved Precalculus course delivered fully online. Covers polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, plus parametric equations and vectors. Bridges Algebra 2 and AP Calculus. Prepares students for AP Precalculus.
1 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person Mathematics Grades 10, 11, 12 10 credits
Section CUC A‑G Requirement
Mathematics — 3 years required (4 strongly recommended)
Must cover elementary and advanced algebra and two-/three-dimensional geometry. A geometry course or integrated math with sufficient geometry content is required. A 4th year of math is strongly recommended for STEM fields.
UC Honors Designation
AP Calculus AB/BC scores of 3–5 satisfy two years of the math requirement. AP Precalculus (score 4–5) also satisfies two years.
Why This Matters for College Admission
Math is the most heavily weighted subject for STEM admissions. The 4th year (Pre-Calc, Calculus, or Statistics) is expected at competitive UCs and signals college-readiness.
What You'll Learn
Develop computational thinking skills: decomposition, abstraction, and algorithms
Write, debug, and document code in industry-relevant programming languages
Understand data structures, sorting algorithms, and complexity analysis
Apply mathematics (discrete math, statistics, or calculus) to computing problems
Build working software projects with version control and collaborative workflows
Explore career pathways in software engineering, data science, and AI/ML
Course Structure
Semester 1, Unit 1Weeks 1–5
Foundations
- Core vocabulary and concepts
- Foundational skills
- Context-setting activities
Semester 1, Unit 2Weeks 6–12
Core Skills
- Skill-building exercises
- Primary assessments
- Collaborative projects
Semester 2, Unit 1Weeks 13–18
Advanced Concepts
- Deeper conceptual application
- Research and analysis
- Peer-review activities
Semester 2, Unit 2Weeks 19–24
Synthesis & Mastery
- Cross-unit integration
- Final capstone project
- Portfolio submission
Prerequisites & Requirements
Foundational course in related subject area
All students complete a placement conversation with our admissions team before enrollment is confirmed. Questions? Contact admissions.