Additional Non-CTE Courses

Presents analytic geometry of algebraic and transcendental functions including the study of limits, derivatives, differentials, and an introduction to integration along with their applications. Designed for mathematical, physical and engineering science program.

Presents concepts of limits, derivatives, differentiation of various types of functions and use of differentiation rules, application of differentiation, antiderivatives, integrals, and applications of integration. Additionally, students will learn the calculus of algebraic and transcendental functions including rectangular, polar, and parametric graphing, indefinite and definite integrals, methods of integration, vector functions, volumes, sequences, and power series along with applications. Proofs of key theorems are also emphasized. Features instruction for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs.

The course presents analytic geometry and the calculus of algebraic and transcendental functions including the study of limits, derivatives, differentials, and an introduction to integration along with their applications. Designed for mathematical, physical, and engineering science programs.

This course provides college credit and is equivalent to those of an introductory year in economics at the college freshman level, Students enrolled in this course will take a semester of Macro Economics which focuses on a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to an economic system. In addition, students will take a semester of Microeconomics which focuses on the principles of economics that apply to the functions of individual decision makers, both consumers and producers within the economic system. Successful completion of this course will meet the Economics and Personal Finance graduation requirement for students.

Teaches fundamental principles of physics. Covers mechanics, thermodynamics, wave phenomena, electricity, optics, magnetism, and selected topics in modern physics. Part II of II.

The introductory course focuses on the fundamental components and interactions that make up the natural systems of the earth. The course covers basic scientific concepts un the disciplines of biological, chemical, and earth sciences that are necessary to understand and address environmental issues.

Students will listen to, read and discuss current events and other authentic material including the study and analysis of literary works. They read, write, and converse with some depth about selected topics on the culture, history, and literature of the language and extend comprehension beyond the literal level. Lessons are infused with a cultural framework to analyze the perspectives that derive the products and practices of the Spanish speaking world. This course is designed to increase Spanish proficiency above the intermediate-mid level as defined by the ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) Proficiency Guidelines.

NOVA MTH 161 presents college algebra, matrices, and algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions. NOVA MTH 162 presents trigonometry, analytic geometry, and sequences and series. This course prepares the student for MTH 263/264 Calculus I/II.

Covers descriptive statistics, elementary probability, probability distributions, estimation, and hypothesis testing. Continues the study of estimation and hypothesis testing with emphasis on correlation and regression, analysis of variance. Chi-squared tests, and nonparametric methods.

Students continue to explore careers in the Education and Training Cluster and pathways. This course provides the opportunity for students to prepare for careers in education as they research postsecondary options, learn about the process of teacher certification in Virginia, and participate in a practicum experience.

This course surveys the general history of Virginia and the United States from the earliest times to the present and allows students to reach a basic understanding of the characteristic features of the United States’ historical development. Students will learn about the important political, economic, social, intellectual, cultural, and religious changes that shaped the development of Virginia and the United States from earliest times. There is an end-of-course SOL Examination. Passing the SOL test and the course earns a verified credit.