Level 3 Mathematics with Statistics
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr M. Taiuru.
This course focuses, in greater detail than in L2MAT, on topics involving Probability, Inferential Statistics and Time Series.
This is a University Entrance approved course. Students who successfully complete this course usually go on to pursue tertiary study in Mathematics or applied sciences (especially Biology). It is also important in fields such as Business Studies, Commerce, Education, Geography, Health Studies, Marketing, Nursing, Politics, Psychology, Social Work, Journalism, Town Planning and any career involving making inferences, sampling or probability.
What should I have already done?
This course is designed for students who have completed the L2MAT course (with a strength in the Probability topic).
Course Contribution
Workbook ($30.00)
Required Equipment: Casio FX82AU Plus II 2 Scientific Calculator (or equivalent)
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
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 3.10 - Use statistical methods to make a formal inference
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.13 - Apply probability concepts in solving problems
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.14 - Apply probability distributions in solving problems
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 18
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.
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Disclaimer
Courses will only run based on minimum entries
Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course
You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisite of a course or if the course requires this for entry
Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOD of the Department
Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths
Course contribution may vary slightly by the start of 2025