UoATFC Mathematics : Syllabus
Semester One
Maths 91W Foundation Mathematics I
Description
This is a one-semester course designed for students who at present lack the necessary background
for tertiary courses in mathematics. Maths 91W is a first step for students to gain enough
mathematical background to begin a suitable Stage One course in Mathematics.
Course Outline
| Chapter No | | Approx No of Classes
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| 1 | Introductory Skills | 10
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| 2 | Proportion and Percentage | 10
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| 3 | Metrics: Area and Volume | 10
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| 4 | Statistics and Probability | 10
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| 5 | Introduction to Algebra | 10
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| 6 | Linear Equations and Inequalities | 10
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Calculators
Each student will need a scientific calculator with a fraction button.
Students also have access to a class set of graphics calculators that are
used to help with the understanding of functions.
Coursework
This contributes 100% to your final mark, and consists of group work, regular assignments,
short and long tests during the semester, and a two-hour test (worth 40%) at the end of the semester.
Grades
Grades are awarded from A to D. To gain 2 points for the course, students must get a C- grade or better.
OR Maths 93W Foundation Extension Mathematics I
For a small group of better prepared students, an alternative course Maths 93W,
Foundation Extension Mathematics I, is offered. This course follows the outline of
Maths 91W, but some knowledge is assumed, and topics are studied in greater depth.
The course is assessed in the same way as Maths 91W, with 100% coursework.
Semester Two
Maths 92W Foundation Mathematics II
Description
This is a one-semester course designed to follow Maths 91W, for students who
at present lack the necessary background for tertiary courses in mathematics.
Students who successfully complete both Maths 91W and 92W have enough
mathematical background to begin a suitable Stage One course in Mathematics.
Course Outline
| Chapter No | | Approx No of Classes
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| 1 | Trigonometry | 10
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| 2 | Linear Graphs | 10
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| 3 | Functions | 10
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| 4 | Sequences | 10
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| 5 | Quadratics | 10
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| 6 | Trigonometry 2 | 10
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Course Work
This contributes 50% to your final mark, and consists of group work,
regular assignments, short tests during the semester, and a one-hour Semester test.
Examination and Grades
A 2-hour examination will be held in November. The examination will usually contribute 50% to your final mark.
Grades are awarded from A to D. To gain 2 points for the course, students must get a C- grade or better.
OR
Maths 94W Foundation Extension Mathematics II
Description
This is a one-semester course for better prepared students, designed to follow Maths 93W.
Course Outline
| Chapter No | | Approx No of Classes
|
| 1 | Trigonometry | 10
|
| 2 | Linear Graphs | 10
|
| 3 | Functions | 10
|
| 4 | Sequences | 10
|
| 5 | Quadratics | 10
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| 6 | Calculus | 10
|
Course Work
This contributes 40% to your final mark, and consists of group work,
regular assignments, short tests during the semester, and a one-hour Semester test.
Examination and Grades
A 2-hour examination will be held in November. The examination will usually
contribute 60% to your final mark.
Grades are awarded from A to D. To gain 2 points for the course,
students must get a C- grade or better.