St. Joan of Arc Catholic Secondary School
3801 Thomas Street
Mississauga, Ontario, L5M 7G2
(905) 285-0050
We believe that each one, created in the image and likeness of God, is called by name into the Dufferin-Peel community
to realize the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations to the fullest extent possible as we all journey from the early
years to vocation.
COURSE OUTLINE
Department: Math / Business/ Computer
Course:
Foundations for College Mathematics, Grade 11 College
Course Code: MBF3C1
Course Description:
This course enables students to develop an understanding of mathematical concepts related to algebra, analytic
geometry, and measurement and geometry through investigation, the effective use of technology, and abstract
reasoning. Students will investigate relationships, which they will then generalize as equations of lines, and will
determine the connections between different representations of a linear relation. They will also explore relationships
that emerge from the measurement of three-dimensional figures and two-dimensional shapes. Students will reason
mathematically and communicate their thinking as they solve multi-step problems.
Strand & Unit Title:
Corresponding Catholic Graduate Expectation(s):
Mathematical Models
CGE1h Respects the faith traditions, world religions and the life-journeys of all
people of good will
CGE2b Reads, understands and uses written materials effectively
CGE3b Creates, adapts, evaluates new ideas in light of the common good
CGE3c Thinks reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve
problems
CGE4a Demonstrates a confident and positive sense of self and respect for the
dignity and welfare of others
CGE4b Takes initiative and demonstrates Christian leadership.
CGE4f Applies effective communication, decision-making, problem-solving, time
and resource management skills
CGE5e Respects the rights, responsibilities and contributions of self and others
CGE7b Accepts accountability for one's own actions
Personal Finance
Geometry and Trigonometry
Data Management
Assessment and Evaluation
Category Weightings
Knowledge & Understanding
Thinking & Investigation
Application
Communication
Weight %
30%
20%
30%
20%
Final Summative Assessments
Term Work
Culminating Activity
Exam
Overall
Weighting
70%
10%
20%
Learning Skills and Work Habits will also be assessed and reported on. For more information please refer to Growing
Success pg. 11. http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/policyfunding/growsuccess.pdf.