NCEA Level 2 Mathematics for Engineering
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr R. Thompson.
This course is intended for able students who wish to pursue a degree course which includes mathematics. As the course covers an introduction to calculus, a strong interest and previous success in algebra assessments is a requirement.
The course includes Algebra, Calculus, Graphs, Non-right angled Trigonometry, Coordinate Geometry and Simultaneous Equations.
A student will be withdrawn from a standard if the teacher is not confident that the achievement of the standard is within the reach of the student or there is no evidence of the student attempting the assessment.
Course Overview
Term 1
AS91269 Systems of Equations
AS91259 Trigonometry
Term 2
AS91257 Graphs
AS91261 Algebra
Term 3
AS91261 Algebra (complete)
AS91262 Calculus
Term 4
Revision
Recommended Prior Learning
Students must have gained at least 10 Level 1 credits from achievement standards including a merit grade in AS91947 or with recommendation from the TIC.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
It is recommended that students purchase a Casio FX 9750G Plus Graphics Calculator, and the Nulake Level 2 Mathematics external workbook (approximately $18) or the Walker Workbooks (approximately $8 each)
Maths exercise books (1J5)
Pathway
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.
External
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.2 - Apply graphical methods in solving problems
Assessments:
Term: 2, Week: 7
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.4 - Apply trigonometric relationships in solving problems
Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 8
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.6 - Apply algebraic methods in solving problems
Assessments:
Term: 3, Week: 4
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.7 - Apply calculus methods in solving problems
Assessments:
Term: 3, Week: 10
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.14 - Apply systems of equations in solving problems
Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 11
Disclaimer
POLICY
It is the policy of Taupo-nui-a-Tia College to have school-wide policies that inform parents and students of the criteria for administering all Assessments for National Qualifications.
Credits listed may change.