NCEA Level 3 Mathematics With Calculus
13MWC Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr R. Thompson.
Recommended Prior LearningAt least 13 Level 2 credits that must include 91261 (algebra) (2.1), 91262 (calculus) (2.6) preferable at merit or higher.
This course is based on Level 8 of mathematics in the New Zealand Curriculum. It is designed for students who have coped comfortably with Level 2 mathematics achievement standards. Topics covered are algebra, trigonometry, differentiation, integration, complex numbers. A knowledge of mathematics with calculus is required for tertiary level courses in science, engineering, architecture, economics, finance, psychology and medicine.
A student will be withdrawn from a standard if the teacher is not confident that the achievement of the standard is within the reach of the student or there is no evidence of the student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
AS91574 Linear Programming
AS91575 Trigonometry
Term 2
AS91587 Systems of Equations
AS91578 Differentiation
Term 3
AS91579 Integration
AS91578 Differentiation Revision
Term 4
AS91579 Integration Revision
AS91578 Differentiation Revision
Assessment Policy & Procedures Career Pathways
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Contributions and Equipment/Stationery2x Maths Exercise Books (1J5) or Ringbinder and A4 Refill.
It is recommended that students have a Casio FX 9750GA Plus graphics calculator, and a Calculus Workbook approximately $20.