11 Mathematics (A)
11MTA Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr T. Chignell
The skills developed in Years 9 and 10 are consolidated and extended. Students will learn to interpret data, communicate clearly, think logically, look for patterns and solve problems. The aim of mathematics at this level is to help students understand society and play a responsible part in it. The course is designed to provide a sound foundation for further study of mathematics.
Each student will be allocated a mathematics class based on the recommendation of her teacher in Year 10 and performance in the end–of–year Year 10 common assessment tasks, in consultation with the Director of Mathematics. Students placed in 11MTA classes will have very good grades in the Year 10 examination. Entry to 11MTX, which does a Level 2 maths course, is by invitation only.
Pathway
12 Mathematics (A), 12 Mathematics Calculus, 12 Mathematics Combined, 12 Statistics
Mathematics is a foundation for further study in a range of learning areas including science, commerce, medicine and information science. Satisfactory completion of this course will allow students to proceed to any of the Level 2 Mathematics or Statistics courses.
Course Costs and Equipment/ Stationery requirementsGraphics Calculator about $120,
Homework book about $25
Recommended Prior Learning
Completion of Year 10 with very good grades.
Credit Information
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 91027 v4 Mathematics and Statistics 1.2 - Apply algebraic procedures in solving problems | 1 |
E |
4 |
Y |
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| A.S. 91028 v3 Mathematics and Statistics 1.3 - Investigate relationships between tables, equations and graphs | 1 |
E |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91037 v4 Mathematics and Statistics 1.12 - Demonstrate understanding of chance and data | 1 |
E |
4 |
Y |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 12 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
We aim to enable every student to have the course that they prefer, however, some courses have limited places or pre-requisits that may restrict the student's choice.