Level 3 Calculus
300MAC Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr R. Keys
This is a specialised course for students who are likely to study Mathematics, Economics, the Sciences and some Technology careers. It is a highly academic subject that requires a good level of competence in Level 2 Algebra. The course builds on Level 2 Algebra and Calculus and is mainly externally assessed. Students can complete only one of Level 3 Calculus and Level 3 Mathematics.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
$15.00, Write-on work book, a graphics calculator is essential.
Recommended Entry Criteria
14 credits in Level 2 Achievement Standards, including Algebra and Calculus.
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 91575 v2 Mathematics and Statistics 3.3 - Apply trigonometric methods in solving problems | 3 |
I |
4 |
* |
Y |
|
| A.S. 91577 v2 Mathematics and Statistics 3.5 - Apply the algebra of complex numbers in solving problems | 3 |
E |
5 |
* |
Y |
|
| A.S. 91578 v2 Mathematics and Statistics 3.6 - Apply differentiation methods in solving problems | 3 |
E |
6 |
* |
Y |
|
| A.S. 91579 v2 Mathematics and Statistics 3.7 - Apply integration methods in solving problems | 3 |
E |
6 |
* |
Y |
|
Total Credits |
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Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 21
* Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Total Credits Available: 21 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 17 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Calculus is very important in: Tertiary courses in Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Structural Design, Economics, Architecture or any career that has a major mathematical component. Statistics leads to careers in: Business Studies, Commerce, Education, Geography, Health Studies, Marketing, Nursing, Politics, Psychology, Social Work, Journalism, Town Planning, any career involving prediction, sampling and probability., Construction and infrastructure, Manufacturing and technology, The Primary Industries, The Service Industries, Social and Community services, Accountant, Actuarial Science, Computer Analyst or programmer, Economist, Engineering Analyst, Information Scientist, Marketing Research Analyst, Mathematician, Meteorologist, Numerical Analyst, Operations Research, Statistician, Systems Analyst, Teacher, Architecture or any career that has a major mathematical co
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