Course Title: Investigate and use simple mathematical formulae and problem solving techniques in range of context
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C3308 Certificate III in General Education for Adults
Course Title: Investigate and use simple mathematical formulae and problem solving techniques in range of context
Portfolio: DSC Portfolio Office
Nominal Hours: 50
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
MATH5350 |
City Campus |
TAFE |
360T Education |
Face-to-Face |
Term2 2013, Term1 2014, Term2 2014, Term1 2015, Term2 2015, Term1 2016, Term2 2016, Term1 2017, Term2 2017 |
Course Contact: Baia Tsakouridou
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4488
Course Contact Email: baia.tsakouridou@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
The focus of this unit is on developing and using simple formulae to describe and represent relationships between variables in real life contexts and on using simple maths problem solving techniques to interpret and solve straight forward problems. It is delivered in conjunction with VU21364 Investigate numerical and statistical information in a range of contexts MATH5349.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
VU21365 Investigate and use simple mathematical formulae and problem solving techniques in a range of contex |
Elements: |
1 Investigate and use simple mathematical formulae in relevant contexts 2 Use mathematical problem solving techniques to investigate and solve relevant problems |
Learning Outcomes
This unit describes the skills and knowledge to develop numeracy and mathematical skills involving developing and using simple formulae to describe and represent relationships between variables in range of real life contexts, and on using simple mathematical problem solving techniques to interpret and solve straight forward mathematical problems related to their personal, public, work or education and training lives.
The required outcomes described in this unit relate directly to the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF)
http://www.acer.edu.au/cspa/australian-core-skills-framework
They contribute directly to the achievement of ACSF indicators of competence at Level Four Numeracy (4.10, 4.11, 4.12, 4.13)
Overview of Assessment
This course is delivered as part of an integrated program.
You must demonstrate an understanding of all elements of the competencies in order to be deemed competent. Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks.
You may be assessed by:
• records of teacher observations of your activities, dicussions and practical tasks - portfolio - undertaking real surveys - classroom simulations
• questioning, for example: online response; interviews; self assessment; verbal questioning; written questioning
Feedback:
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions, through individual and group feedback on practical exercises and by individual consultation.
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program manager or the Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
The Student Charter www.rmit.edu.au/about/our-education/supporting-learning-and-teaching/student-charter/ summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT University student as well as the responsibilities of the university.
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which can be found on the RMIT University website at: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=qwxbqbg739rl1