NCEA Level 3 Mathematics
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr A. Poleki.
This course is appropriate for students with a major interest in the continued
study of Mathematics. Students will learn complex algebraic skills required
to solve problems involving equations, complex numbers, calculus, graphs
and trigonometry.This course consists of mathematics standards and content required for the more academic courses at tertiary level.
Qualification: NCEA Level 3
Entry Requirement: Students with 12 Mathematics AS credits and achievement in either of AS 2.6(algebra) and/or AS 2.7(calculus) or at the discretion of the HOD
Course Description: This course consists of mathematics standards and content required for the more academic courses at tertiary level.
This course leads to: University/Upper Tertiary (AUT)
Vocational Pathways:
Science/ Engineering/ Architecture/ Medicine
Special Costs: Graphics calc ($80), workbooks ($30) Standard NZQA fees apply.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.2 - Apply linear programming methods in solving problems
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.3 - Apply trigonometric methods in solving problems
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.6 - Apply differentiation methods in solving problems
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.10 - Use statistical methods to make a formal inference
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.14 - Apply probability distributions 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: 24
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.