The aim of this subject is to develop students’ understanding and fluency in relation to mathematical concepts. Students will use technology to enhance their learning in mathematics. Students’ mathematical ability will be assessed throughout the year via tests, problem solving and assignments.
Students undertake a series of units of study that address the content strands of Number, Algebra, Measurement, Geometry, Statistics and Probability.
The key topics include:
whole numbers, factors and multiples
number patterns
integers and number lines
fractions, decimals and percentages
angles, lines and shapes
length and area
time and money
volume, capacity and mass
probability
statistical data
coordinates, graphs and transformations.
The aim of this subject is to further build upon concepts covered in Entry Mathematics as well as introducing more mathematical content and language required for further progression towards Above Entry 9 Mathematics.
Students undertake a series of units of study that address the content strands of Number, Algebra, Measurement, Geometry, Statistics and Probability.
The key topics include:
positive and negative integers
the Cartesian Plane
money and percentages
algebra expressions
linear and non-linear functions and graphs
real numbers and Indices
linear equations
ratios and rates
angles, polygons and solids
properties of plane shapes
time
volume and surface area
collecting and displaying data
probability and simulation.
The aim of this subject is to further build upon concepts covered in Above Entry 8 Mathematics as well as introduce more mathematical content and language required for further progression towards Pre VCE Mathematics subjects.
Students undertake a series of units of study that address the content strands of Number, Algebra, Measurement, Geometry, Statistics and Probability.
The key topics include:
number and financial mathematics
algebra techniques
linear relations and coordinate geometry
rate, ratio and proportion
linear equations
indices and scientific notation
graphs of non-linear relations
Pythagoras theorem
similarity and trigonometric ratios
shapes, prism and cylinders
probability
statistics.
This prerequisite subject is for students preparing to undertake the VCE sequence containing VCE Mathematical Methods Units 1 and 2 and VCE Mathematical Methods Units 3 and 4, and VCE Specialist Mathematics Units 1 and 2 and VCE Specialist Mathematics Units 3 and 4. This subject also counts as a prerequisite for VCE General Mathematics Units 1 through 4.
Students are expected to apply techniques, routines and processes involving rational and real arithmetic, algebraic manipulation, equation solving and graph sketching.
The following topics will be undertaken across two semesters:
linear functions
linear graphs
quadratics function
algebraic expansion and factorisation
quadratic graphs
conditional probability
independent probability
set notation and Venn diagrams
logarithmic graphs
indices and exponentials
polynomial functions
polynomial graphs
relations, functions and transformations.
Note: Students completing this subject must purchase and use a CASIO CAS calculator to attain familiarity and thus prepare for its compulsory use in VCE.
This prerequisite subject is for students preparing to undertake VCE General Mathematics Units 1 through 4. It can also count as the prerequisite to study VCE Foundation Mathematics Units 1 through 4.
The appropriate use of technology to support and develop the teaching and learning of mathematics is incorporated throughout the course. This may include the use of some of the following technologies for various areas of study or topics:
graphic calculators
graphical software
geogebra
dynamic geometry systems
statistical analysis systems
computer algebra systems.
Students undertaking this subject should be confident with their core algebraic skills and with their ability to read and create graphs.
The following topics are undertaken across two semesters:
indices and surds
algebra and equations
coordinate geometry
simultaneous linear equations and inequalities
measurement
univariate data
bivariate data
non linear relationships
probability
trigonometry
financial mathematics
geometry.
Note: Students completing this subject must purchase and use a CASIO CAS calculator to attain familiarity and thus prepare for its compulsory use in VCE.
This prerequisite subject is for students preparing to study VCE Foundation Mathematics Unit 1 through 4.
In Pre VCE Foundation Mathematics there is a strong emphasis on the use of mathematics in practical contexts encountered in everyday life in the community, at work and at study.
The following topics are undertaken across two semesters:
space, shape and design
patterns and number
data
measurement
percentages
consumer mathematics
probability.