BR1246:03
Mathematics B1
Townsville
HECS Band 2
39 hours lectures, 39 hours tutorials. Semester 1.
Staff: Mr M McLean.
This is the first of two semesters of mathematics which will cover the Mathematics B syllabus core curriculum for years 11 and 12 as outlined by the Queensland Department of Education.
Learning Objectives:
- review basic mathematics skills and become familiar with the use of scientific calculators;
- develop an understanding of geometry and learn the mathematical relationship for a range of geometric shapes and mathematical functions;
- develop an understanding of the plotting and manipulation of data, graphed on exponential and logarithmic scales;
- become skilled in problem solving with group tutorial problems as well as with individual assignments;
- cover core mathematics 11 curriculum and the application of mathematics to real world problems.
Assessment by assignments (25%); attendance and participation (10%); two examinations (65%).