Curriculum Studies Guide 2018

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Curriculum Studies Guide 2018
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CALCULUS
Prerequisites 15 Level 2 credits, which include
Merit grades at AS 91261
Algebra and AS 91262 Calculus.
Description
This course is designed for students intending to
complete any algebraic or calculus based study
at university level, such as physical sciences or
engineering.
Total credits = 21
Specific Content
AS 91575
Apply trigonometric methods in solving problems.
(4 credits – internal)
AS 91577
Apply the algebra of complex numbers in solving
problems. (5 credits – external)
AS 91578
Apply differentiation methods in solving problems.
(6 credits – external)
AS 915179
Apply integration methods in solving problems.
(6 credits – external)
STATISTICS
Prerequisites 15 credits in Year 12
Mathematics, including
AS 91267 Probability, or 15
credits in Year 12 Mathematics
for Statistics, including AS
91264 Inference and AS 91267
Probability.
Description
This course is designed for students interested in
quantitative aspects of the biological and social
sciences, medicine, commerce and business
administration.
Total credits = 20
Specific Content
AS 91580
Investigate time series data. (4 credits – internal)
AS 91581
Investigate bivariate measurement data.
(4 credits – internal)
AS 91582
Use statistical methods to make inferences.
(4 credits – internal)
AS 91585
Apply probability concepts in solving problems.
(4 credits – external)
AS 91586
Apply probability distributions in solving
problems. (4 credits –external)
STAR Programme
An opportunity for students to enrol in a special
Stage One university course where they complete
the MATH 104 syllabus. The lectures will occur two
days a week after College classes have finished.