NCEA L2 Statistics
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr P. Kotze.
This NCEA level two (curriculum level 7) Statistics course covers probability theory, networks, questionnaire and experiment design and delivery and report evaluation. It provides the necessary foundation for those wishing to take Statistics at NCEA level three.
Course Overview
Term 1
Experiment
Questionnaire
Term 2
Evaluate a report
Probability
Term 3
Networks
Simulations
Term 4
Revision - Probability
Recommended Prior Learning
Students need to have NCEA Level one Numeracy and have Achieved AS91944-Explore data using a statistical enquiry process and AS91945-Explore data using a statistical enquiry process’. Places may be limited in which case results will be ranked and places allocated on that basis.
Due to the amount of report writing required a high level of Literacy and reading comprehension will be required.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Pens (blue, black and red)
Ruler
1J5 5mm quad book (about three for the year)
Scientific calculator
A textbook will be issued to the student for the year. It is the student's responsibility and must be returned in good condition at the end of the year.
Additional resources are available for an additional charge, these are not compulsory.
Students are to bring all equipment to every lesson.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.5 - Apply network methods in solving problems
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Mathematics and Statistics 2.8 - Design a questionnaire
Assessments:
Term: 2, Week: 10
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Mathematics and Statistics 2.10 - Conduct an experiment to investigate a situation using statistical methods
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Mathematics and Statistics 2.11 - Evaluate a statistically based report
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Mathematics and Statistics 2.12 - Apply probability methods in solving problems
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Mathematics and Statistics 2.13 - Investigate a situation involving elements of chance using a simulation