12 Mathematics with Calculus 1
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr S. Kumar
This course is designed to prepare the foundation for Level 3 Calculus and for those students who intend to study Mathematics, Engineering, Architecture, Science and similar technological careers at tertiary level.
Calculus develops practical skills in differential and integral calculus. It is intended to illustrate various applications of calculus to technical problems. The rules of differentiation will be introduced, and methods of differentiating various algebraic functions will be developed. Further methods of algebraic manipulation, non-linear graphs and trigonometry are also explored.
*10MTA* students study this course, but can choose to repeat if necessary.
Pathway
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
12MC1 - Supplementary costs: Approx $50
A graphics calculator is recommended for this course.
Prerequisites
*11MT1 & 10MTE*: At least Merit in AS91027 (Algebra MCAT), AS91028 (Graphs), AS91029 (Linear Algebra) PLUS at least 60% in the MAGS Algebra Skills Test OR HoD approval.
*11MT2*: At least Merit in AS91027 (Algebra MCAT), AS91028 (Graphs), AS91029 (Linear Algebra) PLUS at least 60% in the MAGS Algebra Skills Test OR HoD approval.
Credit Information
Total Credits Available: 18 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 9 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 9 credits.
External
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Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 11
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Term: 3, Week: 6
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Term: 1, Week: 6
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Term: 2, Week: 5
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Term: 2, Week: 10