Course Title: Work with mathematical techniques
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2020
Course Code: MATH7082
Course Title: Work with mathematical techniques
Important Information:
This course (MATH7082) is offered in the science, business and legal streams of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation.
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4386 - Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation
Course Contact: Melanie Kyle
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99254488
Course Contact Email: melanie.kyle@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 100
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.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Assumed knowledge:
To successfully undertake this unit, minimum numeracy skills that align to level 2 of ACSF are recommended.
Course Description
This course will support you to develop mathematical knowledge and skills which can be applied to your area of study.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
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VU22067 Work with mathematical techniques |
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1 Work with whole numbers, fractions, percentages and ratio |
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2 Work with measurement to solve problems |
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3 Work with Pythagoras' Theorem and trigonometry |
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4 Work with basic indices |
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5 Work with simple equations and formulae |
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6 Work with simple line graphs |
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7 Work with formulae and their graphical representations |
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8 Work with statistical information |
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate your competence of the above elements. The outcomes described in this unit relate to the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) and Australian Qualities Framework (AQF).
http://www.acer.edu.au/cspa/australian-core-skills-framework
They contribute directly to the achievement of ACSF/AQF indicators of Reading and Writing competence at Level 4.
Details of Learning Activities
This unit is part of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation program. This competency will have face to face delivery. It will cover the following:
discussion of mathematical concepts relevant to each topic
discussion of the mathematical routines and procedures for solving problems related to each topic
working independently or in groups in solving problems on exercise and work sheets
working in groups to solve more challenging problems requiring interpretation and evaluation of results
Course Dates Semester 1 2020: 10th February – 12 June 2020
Mid Semester Break: Thursday 9th April – Wednesday 15th April (inclusive)
Public Holiday: 9th March and 8th June 2020
Teaching Schedule
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Elements |
Topic |
Assessment |
1 |
E1 |
Order of operation |
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Directed numbers |
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Fractions |
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2 |
E1 |
Fractions and decimals |
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Significant figures |
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Rounding of numbers |
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3 |
E1 |
Calculation using decimals |
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Ratio and proportion |
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Percentages |
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4 |
E5 |
Basic algebra: substitution and transposition |
Quiz 1 |
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5 |
E5 |
Simplify algebraic expressions |
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Algebraic techniques to solve problems |
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Solving linear equations |
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6 |
E6 |
Graphing Linear Relations |
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Determining Linear Relations |
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E7 |
Application of linear equations and graphs |
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7 |
E7 |
Application of linear equations and graphs |
Quiz 2 |
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Simple non-linear graphs and their equations |
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8 |
E7 E4
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Scatter plot |
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Line of best fit Simplify Indices |
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9 |
E8 |
' Types of Data |
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Collecting & Representing Data |
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Mean, Median, Mode, 5-Figure |
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10 |
E8 |
summary |
Assignment hand out |
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Data collection for assignment and |
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11 |
E8 |
completion of assignment |
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12 |
E3 |
Pythagoras Theorem |
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Perimeters of basic shapes and |
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13 |
E2 |
combined shapes |
Assignment due |
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Areas and volume of basic shapes and |
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14 |
E2 |
combined shapes |
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15 |
E3 |
Areas and volume of basic shapes and combined shapes |
Workbook
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16 |
E2, E3 |
Revision |
Quiz 3 |
17 |
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Assessment re submissions; finalise assessment |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Handouts and Online Learning materials will be provided during the course.
A basic scientific calculator is needed to solve problems.
An exercise book to complete exercises
Overview of Assessment
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. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course. Assessment tasks will require you to demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills through practical projects and/or written tasks.
Feedback:
Both verbal and written feedback will be provided throughout the semester, as well as individual and group feedback on practical exercises.
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
Assessment Tasks
Assessment will take place throughout the course. Your work is assessed on a competent (CA) not yet competent (NYC) basis. You will be given feedback on all your assessment tasks. Assessments in this course may include: Worksheets, Quizzes and Assignments
Top of Form
Assessments |
Topics covered |
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Assessment 1: Quizzes |
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Quiz 1 |
Numbers, fractions and decimals |
Week 4 |
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Quiz 2 |
Substitution, transposition, linear equations |
Week 7 |
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Quiz 3 |
Indices, Measurement, Pythagoras and geometry |
Week 16 |
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Assessment 2: Workbook |
Topics covered in class |
Week 15 |
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Assessment 3: Project |
Collecting and representing data, analyse and describe statistical information |
Week 13 |
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Students must show competency in all assessment tasks in order to achieve satisfactory completion of this unit.
Assessment Matrix
Other Information
This course is graded in accordance with competency-based assessment.
CA Competent
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for assessment
To pass the course you need to pass every assessment task.
Late work that is submitted without an application for an extension (see below) will not be corrected.
APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR SUBMISSION OF ASSESSABLE WORK - A student may apply for an extension of up to 7 days from the original due date. They must lodge the application form (available online http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension) at least 24 hours before the due date. The application is lodged with the School Admin Office on Level 2, Bdg 51. Students requiring longer extensions must apply for SPECIAL CONSIDERATION.
For missed assessments such as exams- you (and your doctor if you are sick) must fill out a special consideration form. This form must be lodged online with supporting evidence prior to, or within, 48 hours of the scheduled time of examination http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration
Plagiarism is the presentation of the work, idea or creation of another person as though it is your own. It is a form of cheating and is a very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University. Plagiarised material can be drawn from, and presented in, written, graphic and visual form, including electronic data and oral presentation. Plagiarism occurs when the origin of the material used is not appropriately cited. It also occurs through enabling plagiarism, which is the act of assisting or allowing another person to plagiarise or to copy your own work. Please make sure you consider this carefully in completing all your work and assessments in this course and if you are unsure about whether you might have plagiarised, seek help from your teacher.
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