Marlborough Boys’ College

NCEA L3 Mathematics

MAT3 Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr P. Kotze.

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.

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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

Learning Areas:

Year 13 (NCEA Level 3), Mathematics - Pāngarau

Career Pathways

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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.

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