Precalculus
Jump Start Class
Weekly Sessions: June 16 through August 9, 2025
In-Center : Every Monday and Wednesday from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Online: Every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Concept Overview
Functions & Graphs
Domain and Range
Function Notation
Types of Functions: Linear, Quadratic, Polynomial, Rational, Exponential, Logarithmic
Transformations of Functions: Shifts, Reflections, Stretching, and Shrinking
Inverse Functions
Composition of Functions
Polynomial Functions
Degree and Leading Coefficient
Roots/Zeros of Polynomials
Factoring Polynomials
Rational Root Theorem
Descartes' Rule of Signs
Synthetic Division
Rational Functions
Simplifying Rational Expressions
Asymptotes: Vertical, Horizontal, and Oblique
Analyzing Graphs of Rational Functions
Exponential & Logarithmic Functions
Properties of Exponents
Exponential Growth and Decay
Logarithmic Functions and Properties
Change of Base Formula
Solving Exponential and Logarithmic Equations
Trigonometry
Unit Circle and Radian Measure
Trigonometric Functions: Sine, Cosine, Tangent, etc.
Graphs of Trigonometric Functions
Trigonometric Identities: Pythagorean, Reciprocal, Quotient
Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Solving Trigonometric Equations
Angles & Measurement
Degrees vs. Radians
Converting between Degrees and Radians
Reference Angles
Coterminal Angles
Law of Sines & Cosines
Solving Triangles: SSA, AAS, and SAS cases
Area of a Triangle
Heron's Formula
Sequences & Series
Arithmetic Sequences and Series
Geometric Sequences and Series
Recursive Sequences
Sigma Notation
Convergence and Divergence of Series
Matrices & Determinants
Matrix Operations: Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication
Inverse of a Matrix
Determinants and Cramer's Rule
Conic Sections
Parabolas, Circles, Ellipses, and Hyperbolas
Equations and Graphs of Conic Sections
Focus and Directrix of Parabolas
Vectors
Vector Operations: Addition, Scalar Multiplication
Dot Product
Magnitude and Direction of a Vector
Applications of Vectors
Complex Numbers
Imaginary and Real Parts
Operations with Complex Numbers
Polar Form of Complex Numbers
De Moivre’s Theorem
Limits & Continuity (Introduction to Calculus)
Concept of a Limit
Continuity of Functions
Left-hand and Right-hand Limits
Weekly Sessions: June 16 through August 9, 2025
In-Center : Every Monday and Wednesday from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Online: Every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Week 1: Functions & Graphs
✅ Function Basics
Definitions, domain and range
Function notation
Types of functions: linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic
✅ Transformations & Composition
Shifts, reflections, stretches/shrinks
Composition of functions
Inverse functions (intro and verification)
Week 2: Polynomial & Rational Functions
✅ Polynomial Functions
Degree, leading coefficient, and end behavior
Roots/zeros of polynomials
Factoring techniques and Rational Root Theorem
Descartes’ Rule of Signs
✅ Polynomial Division & Graph Analysis
Long and synthetic division
Analyzing polynomial graphs
Applications and real-world connections
Week 3: Rational & Exponential Functions
✅ Rational Functions
Simplifying rational expressions
Vertical, horizontal, and oblique asymptotes
Analyzing and sketching rational graphs
✅ Exponential Functions
Properties of exponents
Exponential growth and decay models
Solving exponential equations
Week 4: Logarithmic Functions & Equations
✅ Logarithmic Concepts
Definition and properties of logarithms
Change of base formula
Logarithmic scales (e.g., pH, Richter)
✅ Equations & Modeling
Solving exponential/logarithmic equations
Applications in population, finance
Midterm Assessment
Week 5: Trigonometric Functions & Graphs
✅ Angle Measures & Unit Circle
Radian vs. degree measure
Converting units, coterminal and reference angles
Unit circle definitions of sine, cosine, tangent
✅ Trig Graphs & Identities
Graphs of sine, cosine, and tangent
Amplitude, period, and phase shifts
Trig identities: Pythagorean, reciprocal, quotient
Week 6: Trig Equations, Laws & Applications
✅ Solving Trig Equations
Using identities to simplify
General and specific solutions
✅ Triangle Applications
Law of Sines and Law of Cosines
SSA, SAS, and AAS cases
Area formulas including Heron’s formula
Week 7: Sequences, Series & Complex Numbers
✅ Sequences & Series
Arithmetic and geometric sequences
Recursive formulas
Series and sigma notation
Convergence/divergence
✅ Complex Numbers
Real vs. imaginary parts
Operations with complex numbers
Polar form and De Moivre’s Theorem
Week 8: Vectors, Matrices & Limits
✅ Vectors & Matrices
Vector operations, magnitude/direction
Dot product and applications
Matrix operations, inverses, determinants
Cramer’s Rule
✅ Conic Sections & Intro to Limits
Parabolas, circles, ellipses, hyperbolas
Focus-directrix definitions
Limits and continuity: graphical and algebraic
Final Review & Cumulative Exam
Notes:
Assessment Focus: Weekly quizzes, midterm in Week 4, and a cumulative final exam in Week 8.
Integrated Practice: Real-life applications embedded weekly to build relevance and depth.
Flexibility: Teachers can adapt pacing to allow more time for high-need topics.
College Readiness: Week 8 bridges into calculus concepts and exam prep.
Precalclus Jump Start Class – Purchase Information
Class Schedule:
In-Center : Every Monday and Wednesday from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Online: Every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Start Date: June 16th. 2025
End Date: August 8th, 2025
Location:
In-person sessions will take place at 21150 Box Springs Rd. Suit 201, Moreno Valley, CA 92557
Online enrollment available on Zoom.
What’s Included in the Fee:
Taxes and Fees Included
Access to all class materials:
Practice worksheets and handouts
Access to online practice problems and resources
In-class support and guidance from experienced instructors
Payment Policy:
Total Cost:
Hourly: $40/hr.
8 Hour Package: $280 ($35/hr.)
16 Hour Package: $480 ($30/hr.)
A non-refundable payment is required to secure your spot in the class.
Payments can be made via cash or card.
Once payment is successfully processed, you will receive an email confirmation with all class details.
Class Size:
Classes will be conducted in small groups with a maximum of 5 students per class to ensure individual attention and engagement.
Materials Needed:
Calculator (Scientific or Graphing recommended for practice)
Notebook or paper for note-taking and solving problems during sessions
Pen/Pencil for practice exercises
By purchasing this class, you agree to the terms and conditions outlined above. We look forward to helping your child succeed on the SAT!