Mathematics General
| SACE Code | 2MGM20 |
| Level | Stage 2 |
| Learning Area | Mathematics |
| Duration | Year |
| Semester | Full Year |
| Pre-requisite | Stage 1 Mathematics General is assumed |
| Additional Costs | Purchase of SACE approved Graphics Calculator |
| SACE Credits | 20 |
Who is this course for?
Students seeking careers in various fields such as health sciences and related fields, tertiary education opportunities, TAFE, and many trade jobs might find this course useful.
What will I learn?
Students may develop
- capacity to problem solve and apply mathematical knowledge in familiar and unfamiliar scenarios
- ability to decide how to approach new challenges using investigation, modeling, and reasoning
- communication skills to describe the relationships observed in situations requiring mathematical reasoning
Topics:
- Linear Models
- Matrix Models
- Statistical Models
- Financial Models
- Discrete Models
How will I be assessed?
- Five skills and applications tasks - 40%
- Two mathematical investigations - 30%
- One external examination on Topics 3, 4, and 5 - 30%
Pre-requisite
Stage 1 Mathematics General is assumed
Cost
It is recommended that students have their own SACE approved graphics calculator, such as Casio fx-9860G AU.
Last updated: 24 July 2023
