Mathematics Standard

2 unit

Year 11 and 12

Course Outline

· The Mathematics Standard Year 11 course is a common course for all students studying the Mathematics Standard syllabus. In Year 12 students can elect to study either the Mathematics Standard 1 Year 12 course or the Mathematics Standard 2 Year 12 course.

Content

The Mathematics Standard Year 11 course consists of the following topics, with each topic divided into subtopics. Upon completing the Year 11 topics, students may either continue into Year 12 Standard 2 Mathematics or choose to transfer to Year 12 Standard 1 Mathematics.

Year 11

Topic: Algebra

· Formulae and Equations

· Linear Relationships

Topic: Measurement

· Applications of Measurement

· Working with Time

Topic: Financial Mathematics

· Earning money

· Managing money

Topic: Statistical Analysis

· Data Analysis

Topic: Networks

· Network Concepts

Year 12

Topic: Algebra

Topic: Measurement

Topic: Financial Mathematics

Topic: Statistical Analysis/ Statistics

Topic: Networks (Std 2)

Recommendations

Who should do this course?

The course is suitable for students who enjoy the application of mathematical skills and techniques to real life situations. It is assumed that students have attained most outcomes from the stage 5.2 course.

Special Requirements & Equipment

What I need for this course?

Students will require a scientific calculator available for purchase from the College.

Exclusions

What you cannot do with this course?

Any other Mathematics course.

This course is often chosen with

In a variety of course, combinations.

Career options

How will this course help me in the future?

The study of Mathematics Standard 2 in Stage 6:

· enables students to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills in working mathematically and in communicating concisely and precisely

· provides opportunities for students to consider various applications of mathematics in a broad range of contemporary contexts through the use of mathematical modelling and use these models to solve problems related to their present and future needs

· provides opportunities for students to develop an understanding of and skills in further aspects of mathematics for concurrent HSC studies

· provides an appropriate mathematical background for students entering the workforce or undertaking further tertiary training

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