Year 12 Mathematics 201

Course Description: This course builds on the Mathematics 101 course and includes an emphasis on Algebra and an introduction to Calculus.

Students taking this course need to have very sound Algebra skills, hence the entry requirements listed below.  The quality text book which students are able to take home, provides excellent support for self-directed learning.

Assessment:  Up to 20 credits available at Level 2.

3 Internal Achievement Standards - 7 credits

3 External Achievement Standards - 13 credits

Prerequisites: 15 Level 1 Maths Achievement Standard credits, inclusive of AS91027 (Algebra) at Merit or higher.

This course leads to:  Level 3 Calculus (if 16 credits including a Merit for the Algebra standard are achieved) and/or Level 3 Statistics (if 12 credits achieved)

A Casio Graphics Calculator is essential for this course. (Approximately $110) It can be purchased through the local stationery outlets and is also needed for the Level 3 Mathematics courses.