Geometry

Class Syllabus: 2019-2020

I. Instructor Information
Teacher: Mr. Brian Martin
Contact Information: Please feel free to call or e-mail me about any questions. If you call or text
before 10:00 pm I will try to respond that evening.
1. Phone: 484-645-6193
2. E-mail: [email protected]
3. Website: martinsclasses.weebly.com

II. Course Description

Geometry, as the name suggests literally means earth – measure. This branch of mathematics
deals with the measurements, properties, and relationships of points, lines, angles, surfaces, and
solids. Geometry also deals with logic, using inductive and deductive reasoning as an integral part of
geometric thinking. Geometry is closely connected to other branches of mathematics such as
Algebra, Logic, Probability, and Trigonometry. Real life applications as well as a brief glimpse into the
history of geometry will be evident throughout the course, we will also devote some study to formal
proofs and recreational mathematics.
III. Rationale
This course focuses on practical applications of geometrical ideas. We also spend some time on
logical thinking skills and appreciating some abstractions cultivated from the study of geometry. We
want to praise our Creator while studying His laws that govern the universe.

IV. Goals and Aims

A. Enjoy thinking rationally and analytically.
B. Appreciate law, order, and absolutes.
C. Promote interest in mathematics.
D. Be well prepared for higher math courses.
E. Develop general problem solving abilities.

V. Objectives, the student will be able to …

A. Express sets, subsets, and elements of sets symbolically
B. Perform set operations
C. Distinguish between postulates, axioms and theorems
D. Define subsets of lines, planes, and space
E. Classify curves, surfaces, solids, and polygons
F. Apply properties of real numbers
G. Construct and bisect Angles
H. Calculate perimeter, circumference, area and volume
I. Construct lines segments
J. Solve inequalities
K. Plan formal proofs
L. Construct congruent angles, lines, and polygons
M. Calculate area of various polygons
N. Calculate surface area of various polygons
 O. Calculate volume of various solids
P. Use the Sine, Cosine, and Tangent functions
Q. Transform various geometric shapes
R. Compare and contrast Euclidean Geometry with non-Euclidean geometries.

VI. Textbook and Instructional Material

Geometry – 3rd edition BJU Press
Kuta software
Mathisfun.com

VII. Equipment and Materials

A. Scientific Calculator
B. Ruler
C. Compass
D. Protractor
VIII. Course Requirements
The prerequisite to this course is a 70% or higher in Algebra I, or math placement exam.

IX. Logistics
A. Procedures and Expectations
1. Student should record assignments.
2. Participation is expected. We do many calculations and problems together as a class.
3. Attend class five days a week. I should be notified ahead of time if you will be absent.
4. Keep a binder to organize all the course materials. (homework, class notes, class work
sheets, quizzes, and tests)
5. Absent students are responsible for all catch-up work.
6. Students should be in their seats by the time the bell rings.
7. Test and quizzes should be overturned and placed on the corner of one’s desk or handed
in when finished.
8. During instructional time students are expected to remain quite (except for relevant
questions), take notes, and pay attentions. Students who engage in disruptive behavior
will receive a verbal warning. A second offense may require that you stay for a chat at the
end of class.
9. When given in class work time collaboration among students is allowed. Communication
is generally restricted to course material. Voices should stay subdued.
10. All work should be done neatly and in an organized manner. Sloppy work may have to be
re-done.
11. Pay attention when other people are speaking.

B. Rules
1. School rules will be upheld in my classroom
2. Students who have to leave class after the bell to retrieve classroom materials, get drinks,
or use the restroom will receive an irresponsibility.
3. Late homework will be penalized according to PVMS policy.
(I will overlook one late assignment and one irresponsibility point per quarter. (Late homework must still be
completed))
 4. Respect school property, the teacher, co-students, and other’s time and resources.
5. Maintain a positive attitude about life and learning.
6. This class falls in the allowed eating period. Food must be put away within five minutes
after the bell rings or it may be confiscated.

C. Class Logistics
1. Homework: Students will be given homework to review concepts taught in class. These
assignments are crucial for students to expand their understanding, and will give both the
teacher and student an opportunity to check comprehension of the material before
moving on. Homework assignments will usually be discussed and checked the next day in
class, giving students the opportunity to ask questions to further increase their
understanding. Homework is due at the start of the class period. Each paper must
contain a headings which include the student’s name and lesson/assignment/page
numbers. All homework must be done in pencil.

2. Quizzes: Quizzes help you and me determine how well you are mastering the material
and what parts aren’t clearly understood. To receive full credit all work must be shown
when applicable. Most quizzes will be announced, but some may be unannounced.

3. Tests: There are about 12 tests throughout the year. They will be closed books, notes,
and friends unless told otherwise. Test fix-ups: After a test has been returned and you
would like to improve your score, you may ask me for a test make-up plan. If you follow
the plan you can earn full credit for the fix-up. Plans may vary by test. Intermediate work,
if needed, must always be shown to get full credit, even if you use a calculator. I
generally give partial credit on tests for correct work even if the final answer is incorrect.

X. Methods
A. Teaching Methods
1. Lectures 2. Demonstrations 3. Cooperative learning
4. Board drills 5. Projects 6. Multimedia

B. Assessment
1. Exams 2. Quizzes 3. Review 4. Homework

5. Classwork

XI. Grading Policies

A. Tests 60% B. Quizzes 15% C. Homework 15% D. Projects 10%

XII. Course Outline

Week Number Chapters Dates Suggested Pacing

Introduction to course
Week 1 Aug. 26-29
Lesson 1.1-1.3, AG1
Chapter 1
Sept. 2-5
Week 2 Incidence Lessons 1.4-1.6, GTH
off Monday
Geometry
Lessons 1.7 Review,
Week 3 Sept. 8-12 Test, 2.1-2.2

Lessons 2.3-2.4, AG2,

Week 4 Chapters 2 Sept. 15-19
2.5-2.6
Subsets of Lines,
Planes, and
Lesson 2.7, Review,
Week 5 Space Sept. 22-26
Test, 3.1-3.2
Chapter 3
Segments
Measurement Sept.29- AG3, Lessons 3.3-3.4,
Week 6
Oct.3 GTH, 3.5

Lessons 3.6, Review,

Week 7 Chapters 3 Oct. 6-10
Test, 4.1-4.2
Segments
Measurement
Oct. 13-17
Week 8 Chapter 4 AG4, Lessons 4.3-4.4
Extra Day 2x
Angles and
Measurements Lessons 4.5-4.6,
Week 9 Oct. 20-24 Review, Test, 5.1

Oct.27- 31
Lessons 5.2-5.3, GTH,
Week 10 Chapter 5 End of 1st
5.4-5.5
Preparing Proofs Quarter
Lessons 5.6, AG5, 5.7,
Week 11 Nov.3-6
Review, Test
Chapter 6
Congruence
Week 12 Nov. 10-12 Lessons 6.1-6.4, AG6

Chapter 6 Nov. 17-21

Week 13 Congruence Lessons 6.5-6.8
Extra Day
Chapter 7
Triangles and
Quadrilaterals Nov. 24-26 Review, Test, 7.1
Week 14
Off 27-28
 Dec. 2-5
Week 15 Lessons 7.2-7.5
Off Dec 1
Lessons 7.6, AG7, 7.7,
Week 16 Dec. 8-12 Review, Test
Chapter 7
Triangles and
Lessons 8.1-8.3, GTH,
Week 17 Quadrilaterals Dec. 15-19
AG8
Chapter 8
Area
Week 18 Dec.22-24 Lessons 8.4-8.6

Lessons 8.7-8.8,
Week 19 Jan. 5-9
Review, Test, 9.1
Chapter 8
Jan. 12-16
Area
Week 20 End of 2nd Lessons AG9, 9.2-9.5
Chapter 9
Quarter
Circles
Lesson 9.6-9.7,
Week 21 Jan. 19-23
Review, Test, 10.1

Lessons 10.2-10.4,
Week 22 Jan. 26-30
AG10, 10.5
Chapter 10
Space Feb. 2-6 Lessons 10.6, GTH,
Week 23
Chapter 11 Extra Day 10.7-10.8
Volume
Review, Test, Lessons
Week 24 Feb. 9-13
11.1-11.3

Feb. 16-20 Lesson 11.4, AG 11,

Week 25
Extra Day 11.5-11.6
Chapter 11
Volume
Feb. 23-26 Review, Test,
Week 26 Chapter 12
Off 27 12.1-12.2
Transformations
and Symmetry
AG12, 12.3-12.4,
Week 27 March 2-6
GTH, 12.5

Lessons 12.6, 13.1-

Week 28 March 9-13
13.3, AG13
Chapters 13
March 16-20
Similarity
Week 29 End of 3rd Lessons 13.4-13.7
Chapter 14
Quarter
Trigonometry
Review, Test, Lessons
Week 30 March 23-27
14.1-14.3
 March 30-
Lessons AG14,
Week 31 Apr. 3
Lesson 14.4
Extra Days
Chapter 14 March 31-
Week 32 Lessons 14.5-14.6
Trigonometry Apr. 3

Apr. 6-9
Week 33 Review x3
Off 10

Apr. 13-17
Week 34 Tests
Off 18

Week 35 Apr. 20-24

Apr. 27-May
Week 36 Senior Trip?
1

Week 37 May 4-8

May 11-15
Week 38
Off 14

Week 39 May 18-22