MAT2

NCEA L2 Mathematics

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr P. Kotze.

This NCEA level two (curriculum level 7) Mathematics course covers algebra, coordinate geometry, trigonometry, networks and sequences and series. It provides a solid foundation for those wishing to take Mathematics at NCEA level three.

Course Overview

Term 1
Algebra
Systems of equations

Term 2
Networks
Trigonometry relationships
Algebra

Term 3
Apply sequences and series.
Algebra methods
Co-ordinate geometry

Term 4
Revision - Algebra

Recommended Prior Learning

Students require a minimum of 10 Mathematics credits at NCEA L1 to enter any NCEA L2 Mathematics course. It is strongly recommended that students have achieved at least two of AS91944 and AS91947  NCEA L1 to ensure they have the prior knowledge to succeed in this course. 

To achieve success at NCEA L2 (curriculum level 7) students need to be present for more than 85% of classes, actively engaged during every lesson and complete between two and three hours of independent study every week.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Pens (blue, black and red),
Ruler,
1J5 5mm quad book (about three for the year),
Scientific calculator,
A Graphics calculator is beneficial but not compulsory.
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

Career Pathways

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 15
Internal Assessed Credits: 11
External Assessed Credits: 4
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91256 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.1 - Apply co-ordinate geometry methods in solving problems


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91258 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.3 - Apply sequences and series in solving problems


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91259 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.4 - Apply trigonometric relationships in solving problems


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91260 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.5 - Apply network methods in solving problems


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91261 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.6 - Apply algebraic methods in solving problems


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91269 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.14 - Apply systems of equations in solving problems


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 15
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 15