NCEA L3 Mathematics
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr P. Kotze.
This NCEA L3 (curriculum level 8) Mathematics course covers probability concepts, critical paths and project management, time series data analysis, algebra, and Bivariate data. It provides students with the knowledge to pursue commerce, business or arts at the university level.
Course Overview
Term 1
System of equations
Critical paths
Term 2
Probability concepts
Investigate time series data.
Term 3
Revision - Probability concepts
Linear programming
Investigate bivariate data
Term 4
Revision - Probability concepts
Recommended Prior Learning
Students require a minimum of 10 Mathematics credits at NCEA level two including an attempt at the external assessment.
In order to achieve success at NCEA L3 (curriculum level 8) 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.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.2 - Apply linear programming methods in solving problems
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.4 - Use critical path analysis in solving problems
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.8 - Investigate time series data
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.13 - Apply probability concepts in solving problems
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.15 - Apply systems of simultaneous equations in solving problems
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 16
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.