PreCalculus

Trigonometry, Identities, Polar Equations, Logarithms, Sequences, Limits, and Other Topics to Prepare for Calculus

PreCalculus combines classic trigonometry with the advanced algebra needed for calculus and other courses. Topics include trig ratios, trigonometric identities, laws of trigonometry, radian measure, polar equations, functions and their graphs, sequences and series, and limits.

Student Pack

For customers who already have the needed instructor materials.

The Student Pack includes:

• Student Workbook
• Tests booklet

Each student will need their own Student Workbook and Tests booklet.

Scope and Sequence:

• Lesson 01: Introduction to Trigonometry
• Lesson 02: Inverse Trigonometric Ratios
• Lesson 03: Interpreting the Trigonometry Tables
• Lesson 04: Using the Trig. Table to Solve for the Unknown
• Lesson 05: Using a Calculator and Arc Functions
• Lesson 06: Angles of Elevation and Depression
• Lesson 07: Angles Less Than 0°, Greater Than 360°, and Reference Angles
• Lesson 08: Cofunctions; Negative Angle Relationships
• Lesson 09: Proving Trigonometric Identities
• Lesson 10: Verifying Trig. Expressions and Identities
• Lesson 11: Sum and Difference Identities: Cosine, Sine, and Tangent
• Lesson 12: The Double-Angle and Half-Angle Identities
• Lesson 13: Law of Sines
• Lesson 14: Law of Cosines
• Lesson 15: Radian Measure
• Lesson 16: Polar Coordinates and Rectangular Coordinates
• Lesson 17: Polar Equations and Polar Graphs
• Lesson 18: Vectors
• Lesson 19: Functions: Relation, Domain, and Range
• Lesson 20: Composite Functions
• Lesson 21: Logarithms
• Lesson 22: Natural Exponential and Logarithm Functions
• Lesson 23: Graphing Sine and Cosine Functions
• Lesson 24: Graphing the Cosecant and Secant
• Lesson 25: Graphing the Tangent and Cotangent
• Lesson 26: Arithmetic Sequences and Series
• Lesson 27: Geometric Sequences and Series
• Lesson 28: Equations with Radicals and Absolute Value
• Lesson 29: Inequalities with Absolute Value and Radicals
• Lesson 30: Limits
• Appendix A: Pythagorean Theorem
• Appendix B: Special Triangles (45° -45°-90°; 30°-60°-90°)

Level Overview

Sample Lesson