Course Summary

Do you need basic mathematical skills? Are you just looking at studying Maths in Unit 1 & 2? Foundation Mathematics has a strong emphasis on the use of mathematics in practical contexts encountered in everyday life in the community, at work and study. You will cover topics such as ‘Space, shape and design’, ‘Patterns and number’, ‘Data’ and ‘Measurement’. These topics will be applied in the context of students’ other studies, work and personal or other familiar situations.

VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available

Foundation Maths is select entry upon discussion with the College

Learning Activities & Assessment

• Develop mathematical knowledge, skills and understanding to solve problems in real contexts such as the workplace, personal, further learning and in the community
• Explore geometry measurement, basic numeracy skills, location and personal math’s
• Prepare mathematically for employment and further training

Course Summary

Do you require intermediate to advanced level of Maths to pursue your career? General Mathematics has a strong emphasis on logical thought, formulating problems to allow you to compute and decide, deducting from assumption and applying advanced concepts. Topics covered in General Mathematics are ‘Algebra and Structure’, ‘Arithmetic and Number’, ‘Discrete Mathematics’, ‘Geometry, Measurement and Trigonometry’, ‘Graphs of Linear and Non-Linear Relations’ and ‘Statistics’.

VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available

Learning Activities & Assessment

• Use discrete mathematics to solve problems in financial modelling, network analysis, route & project planning, decision making, and growth and decay
• Learn how to analyse and solve a wide range of geometrical problems in measurement, scaling, triangulation and navigation
• Develop systematic relationships based on a statistical investigation process

Course Summary

Do you require a higher level of Maths for university study? Are you able to work with difficult interconnected mathematical topics independently? Topic covered in Maths Methods includes ‘Functions & Relations, ‘Exponential & Logarithms’, ‘Circular Functions’ ‘Differentiation’, ‘Integration & Antidifferentiation’, ‘Probability’, and ‘Statistical Inference & Hypothesis testing’. You will use content that will allow you to develop complex and sophisticated problem-solving skills and mathematical processes.

VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available

Learning Activities & Assessment

• Further develop an understanding of functions, algebra, calculus and statistical analysis
• Explore probably statistics
• Develop the ability to describe and analyse phenomena involving uncertainty and variation
• Investigate the role mathematics plays in understanding the physical world e.g. rates of change

Course Summary

Have you got a high level of mathematical competence? Looking at studying science or engineering at University? Specialist Maths is really interesting and has a lot of real-world application. You will complete independent modules with some interconnected themes. Topics covered include advanced functions, Statistics and Probability, Complex Numbers, Kinematics, Vectors, Mechanics Differential and Integral Calculus.

VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available

Learning Activities & Assessment

• Develop rigorous mathematical arguments and proofs and use mathematical models more extensively
• Further improve in-depth mathematical skills and knowledge in preparation for complex university studies
• Demonstrate the application of topics such as functions and calculus
• Extend the understanding and knowledge of probability and statistics
• Explore topics such as vectors, complex numbers and matrices