Standard 2

The Mathematics Standard 2,  Year 11 course has been developed on the assumption that students have studied the content and achieved many of the outcomes of the Stage 5.2 content.

 Mathematics Standard students use mathematics to make informed decisions in their daily lives. Students develop understanding and competence in mathematics through real-world applications. These skills can be used in a range of concurrent HSC subjects.

In Mathematics Standard 2 students extend their mathematical skills beyond Stage 5 without the in-depth knowledge of higher mathematics that the study of calculus would provide. This course prepares students for a wide range of educational and employment aspirations, including continuing their studies at a tertiary level.

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.

The Mathematics Standard Year 11 course comprises four Topics, with the Topics divided into Subtopics.

Algebra

• Formulae and Equations

• Linear Relationships

Measurement

• Applications of Measurement

• Working with Time

Financial Mathematics

• Money Matters

Statistical Analysis

• Data Analysis

• Relative Frequency and Probability