Subject Details - Stage 1 Mathematical Methods B
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| SACE Stage | SACE Stage 1 |
| SACE Credits | 10 credits |
| Subject Length | 1 semester |
| Description | Combined with Mathematical Methods A, this subject leads to Stage 2 Mathematical Methods or General Mathematics. Mathematical Methods provides the foundation for further study in mathematics, economics, engineering, computer science, and the sciences.
This subject focuses on the development of mathematical skills and techniques that enable students to explore, describe, and explain aspects of the world around them in a mathematical way. It places mathematics in relevant context and deals with relevant phenomena from the students’ common experiences, as well as from scientific, professional, and social contexts.
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| Topics | Counting and Statistics
Introduction to Differential Calculus
Growth and Decay
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| Assessment | Assessment is school based but subject to final moderation. Students demonstrate evidence of their learning through two assessment types: Skills and Applications Tasks (3 tests - 75%) and a Mathematical Investigation (25%), four assessment tasks in total.
SACE performance standards.
o Concepts and Techniques (CT)
o Reasoning and Communication (RC)
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| SACE Assessment Plan | Mathematical Methods |
| Suggested Prior Learning | Successful completion of year 10 Mathematics A and Stage 1 Mathematical Methods A. |
| Additional Information | Excursions may cost extra.
Graph book and appropriate stationery.
It is highly recommended that each student purchase a Graphics Calculator (Casio fx-CG20AU) in preparedness for Stage 2 Maths. Graphic Calculators will be used extensively throughout this course. |