L3MATC01

Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs S. Duley.

Within this course there are 2 options.

Option 1 : Is an academically challenging course where the focus is on the  external achievement standards. This option is compulsory for anyone who wishes to study Engineering. 

Option 2: Is a slightly easier option focusing more on Internal Mathematics standards. 

Learners will decide for themselves which standards they will enter throughout the year.

Course Overview

Term 1
AS91575 Apply Trigonometric Methods in solving problems ( Internal 4 Credits)
AS91578 Differentiation Methods in solving problems ( External 6 Credits)

Term 2
AS91577 Apply the algebra of complex numbers in solving problems ( External 5 Credits)

Term 3
AS91579 Apply integration methods in solving problems ( External 6 Credits)
AS91574 Apply linear programming methods in solving problems ( Internal 3 Credits)
AS91587 Apply systems of simultaneous equations in solving problems ( Internal 3 Credits)

Term 4
Exam Preparation

Recommended Prior Learning

It is recommended that Learners have achieved with Merit in both AS91261 ( Algebra) and AS91262 ( Calculus) 

Course Contribution and Equipment (this value is only indicative)

$70 and learners must have a graphics calculator (FX9860GIII).

Pathway

Anyone planning on studying Engineering must take this course.

This course would also support the study of any Science, Architecture, Actuarial studies.

This course will lead to University Entrance in Mathematics.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

This course is approved for University Entrance.

Total Credits Available: 27 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 17 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91574 v2
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.2 - Apply linear programming methods in solving problems
3
3
3
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91575 v2
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.3 - Apply trigonometric methods in solving problems
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91577 v2
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.5 - Apply the algebra of complex numbers in solving problems
Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91578 v2
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.6 - Apply differentiation methods in solving problems
6
6
6
6
Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91579 v2
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.7 - Apply integration methods in solving problems
6
6
6
Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91587 v2
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.15 - Apply systems of simultaneous equations in solving problems
3
3
3
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 93202 v21
NZQA Info
SCHL - Calculus
Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 0
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 27
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 27

Approved subject for University Entrance

Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 27

Applicants to New Zealand universities require 14 credits in three approved subjects. This course is an Approved Course for University Entrance

Disclaimer

Although we aim to enable every learner to have the course that they prefer,  limited places or learning requirements may restrict learners' choices.