FS0400 - Preparatory Mathematics

Credit points:	03
Year:	2019
Student Contribution Band:	Band 3
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Basic arithmetic and algebra skills with applications including fractions. Functions, including linear and quadratic with graph sketching. Trigonometry. Simultaneous equations, introduction to logarithms and exponential functions. Introduction to calculus with applications: graphical interpretation and simple rules.

Learning Outcomes

• demonstrate fundamental mathematical skills for application to quantitatively-based University level subjects;
• solve introductory mathematical problems using techniques of arithmetic, algebra, functions and graphs, trigonometry and differential calculus;
• apply standard mathematical laws, definitions and procedures involving: precedence, expansion and factorisation, indices, exponentials and logarithms, trigonometry and differentiation;
• manipulate and solve equations and formulae including: linear, quadratic, cubic and simultaneous equations;
• graph linear, quadratic, cubic and standard trigonometric functions.

Availabilities
Townsville, , Study Period 48
Census Date 21-Nov-2019
Contact hours:	72 hours - Formal classes: workshops, tutorials (6 hours) 24 hours - Supervised study and interactive consultation (2 hours per week)
Assessment:	other exams (40%); tutorial attendance and participation (5%); online quizzes (5%); end of trimester exam (50%).
Special Assessment Requirements:	Nil

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