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.
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COURSE OUTLINE
Department:
Course:
Course Code:
Mathematics
Foundations for College Mathematics, College Preparation
MAP 4C
 Course Description: This course enables students to broaden their understanding of real-world applications of mathematics.
Students will analyze data using statistical methods; solve problems involving applications of geometry and trigonometry; solve
financial problems connected with annuities, budgets, and renting or owning accommodation; simplify expressions; and solve
equations. Students will reason mathematically and communicate their thinking as they solve multi-step problems. This course
prepares students for college programs in areas such as business, health sciences, & human services, and for certain skilled trades.
 Strands
I.
MATHEMATICAL MODELS
II. PERSONAL FINANCE
III. GEOMETRY AND
TRIGONOMETRY
IV. DATA MANAGEMENT
 Corresponding Catholic Graduate Expectation(s):
 An effective communicator :
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Reads, understands and uses written materials effectively;
Presents information and ideas clearly and honestly and with sensitivity to
others.
 A reflective, creative and holistic thinker :
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Thinks reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems;
Adopts a holistic approach to life by integrating learning from various subject
areas and experience.
 A self-directed, responsible, lifelong learner :
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Sets appropriate goals and priorities in school, work and personal life;
Applies effective communication, decision-making, problem-solving, time and
resource management skills.
 A collaborative contributor :
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Works effectively as an interdependent team member;
 A responsible citizen :
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Respects the environment and uses resources wisely.
 Assessment and Evaluation
Category Weightings
Weight (%)
Final Summative Assessments
Overall Weighting
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Knowledge & Understanding
30
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Term Work
70
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Thinking & Investigation
20
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Course Culminating
10
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Application
30
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Exam
20
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Communication
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.