Availabilities:
| Location | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| Lismore | ||
| Online |
Unit description
Introduces students to and develops mathematical knowledge, concepts and skills required in a range of quantitatively based awards. To reinforce learning real world applications of mathematics will be utilised to develop students’ problem solving skills. Software associated with mathematical calculations, graphing and problem solving will be used.
Unit content
- Arithmetic
- Algebra
- Functions
- Trigonometry
- Descriptive Statistics
- Introduction to Calculus – Differentiation
Learning outcomes
Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.
| On completion of this unit, students should be able to: | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Demonstrate an understanding of and the ability to use basic mathematical skills |
| 2 | Apply quantitative techniques to solve real world mathematical problems |
| 3 | Use appropriate software in mathematical calculations and communications |
| 4 | Communicate mathematical ideas, processes and results effectively at different levels of formality |
On completion of this unit, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of and the ability to use basic mathematical skills
- Apply quantitative techniques to solve real world mathematical problems
- Use appropriate software in mathematical calculations and communications
- Communicate mathematical ideas, processes and results effectively at different levels of formality
Prescribed texts
- Prescribed text information is not currently available.
- Croft, A & Davison, R, 2016, Foundation Maths MyMathLab Global Pack, 6th edn, Pearson, United Kingdom. ISBN: 9781292095257.
Teaching and assessment
| Teaching method |
| Tutorial on-site 1.5 hours twice each week (12 weeks) |
| Assessment | |
| Calculations | 35% |
| Quiz | 20% |
| Exam: closed book | 45% |
| Teaching method |
| Tutorial online 1 hour (12 weeks) |
| Structured online learning 2 hours (12 weeks) |
| Assessment | |
| Calculations | 35% |
| Quiz | 20% |
| Exam: closed book | 45% |
Fee information
Domestic
Commonwealth Supported courses
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Fee paying courses
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International
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