MAT2

Mathematics Level 2

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr D. Neufeld.

Mathematics Level 2

In this course you will take your next big steps in Mathematics. You are someone who enjoys a challenge and enjoys Mathematics. The course focuses on algebraic understanding and this way of thinking is inherent in almost everything we do. We will start solving some interesting real-world problems and then generalise these to a more abstract level. 

There are also Statistics and Probability elements to the course which will make use of your sense of curiosity about the world around you and promote a high level of analysis and thinking.  

As part of this course, students will be entered into 4 assessments.


There are 2 internal assessments.

 A.S. 91257 v3 Mathematics and Statistics 2.2 - Apply graphical methods in solving problems 

A.S. 91264 v3 Mathematics and Statistics 2.9 - Use statistical methods to make an inference 


There are 2 external assessments.

A.S. 91261 v3 Mathematics and Statistics 2.6 - Apply algebraic methods in solving problems 

A.S. 91262 v3 Mathematics and Statistics 2.7 - Apply calculus methods in solving problems


Course Overview

Term 1
Algebra Skills

Graphing

Term 2
Multivariate Investigation

Algebra

Term 3
Finish Algebra

Calculus

Term 4
Revision

Sit Externals

Recommended Prior Learning


You must have achieved 14 credits in Mathematics at Level One and have been successful in one external Achievement Standard at NCEA Level One. Algebra or Tables, Equations and Graphs Standards must be at Merit level. 

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

A tablet or similar device is highly recommended for this course.
Students will need a scientific calculator. NZQA specifically states that students without a graphics calculator will be at a disadvantage.

Pathway

Career Pathways

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 17 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 9 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91257 v3
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.2 - Apply graphical methods in solving problems
4
4
4
4
4
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91261 v3
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.6 - Apply algebraic methods in solving problems
4
4
4
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91262 v3
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.7 - Apply calculus methods in solving problems
5
5
5
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91264 v3
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.9 - Use statistical methods to make an inference
4
4
4
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 17
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 17

Disclaimer

Courses outlined will only be available if sufficient students wish to take them AND appropriate staff are available to teach them.

Courses that do not run may be offered through distance learning and be supported by the Distance Learning Department.