Stage 2

General Mathematics

Assumed Knowledge

Nil.

Prerequisites

Stage 1 General Mathematics at a ‘B’ grade or better, including a ‘B’ grade in the Semester 2 Exam.

Focus Capabilities

Communication, Citizenship, Personal Development, Work, Learning.

Related Subject

Subject Description

General Mathematics extends students’ mathematical skills in ways that apply to practical problem-solving. A problem-based approach is integral to the development of mathematical models and the associated key concepts in the topics. These topics cover a diverse range of applications of mathematics, including personal financial management, the statistical investigation process, modelling using linear and non-linear functions, and discrete modelling using networks and matrices.

Successful completion of this subject at Stage 2 prepares students for entry to tertiary courses requiring a non-specialised background in mathematics.

Content

Modelling with Linear Relationships
Modelling with Matrices
Statistical Models
Financial Models
Discrete Models

Course Fees

Nil.

Additional Costs

Students are required to purchase the following: Revision Guide (Approximate cost $30.00) & a Graphics Calculator (Approximate cost $240.00) preferably a Casio fx-CG50AU, Casio fx-CG20 AU, or a Casio fx9860G AU PLUS.

Assessment Type 1:

Skills & Applications Tasks: 5 Tests.

Assessment Type 2:

Mathematical Investigations: 2 Folios.

Assessment Type 3:

External Assessment: 2 Hour External Examination on Topics 3, 4 & 5.

Assessment Type 4:

N/A

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