Level 3 Foundation Mathematics
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr M. Taiuru.
This course focuses on a variety of fundamental topics from both Mathematics and Statistics.
This is a University Entrance approved course. The skills and knowledge you will gain from this course are useful mathematical skills for further study leading to the vocational trades and tertiary study in the Social Sciences.
What should I have already done?
This course is accessible for students who have completed a course of Level 2 Mathematics.
Course Contribution
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 3.9 - Investigate bivariate measurement 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 3.11 - Conduct an experiment to investigate a situation using experimental design principles
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.12 - Evaluate statistically based reports
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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: 21
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