Year 11 Mathematics Applications ATAR
This is an ATAR course which focuses on the use of mathematics to solve problems in contexts that involve financial modelling, geometric and trigonometric analysis, graphical and network analysis, and growth and decay in sequences. It also provides opportunities for students to develop systematic strategies based on the statistical investigation process for answering questions that involve analysing univariate and bivariate data, including time series data.
Unit 1
This unit includes the following three topics: consumer arithmetic; algebra and matrices; and shape and measurement.
'Consumer arithmetic' reviews the concepts of rate and percentage change in the context of earning and managing money and provides a fertile ground for the use of spread sheets.
'Algebra and matrices' continues the study of algebra and introduces the topic of matrices. The emphasis of this topic is the symbolic representation and manipulation of information from real-life contexts using algebra and matrices.
'Shape and measurement' builds on and extends the knowledge and skills in the study of similarity and the associated calculations involving simple geometric shapes. The emphasis in this topic is on applying these skills in a range of practical contexts, including those involving three-dimensional shapes.
Unit 2
This unit includes the following three topics: univariate data analysis and the statistical process; linear equations and their graphs; and applications of trigonometry.
'Univariate data analysis and the statistical process' develops students' ability to organise and summarise univariate data in the context of conducting a statistical investigation.
'Linear equations and their graphs' use linear equations and straight-line graphs, as well as linear-piece-wise and step graphs to model and analyse practical situations.
'Applications of trigonometry' extends students' knowledge of trigonometry to solve practical problems involving non-right- angled triangles in both two and three dimensions, including problems involving the use of angles of elevation and depression and bearings in navigation.
Assessments
Assessment will include investigations: 20% | tests: 40% | examinations: 40%.
Reporting
A brief interim report on class work and behaviour will be issued towards the end of Term 1. The achievement for the course will be reported as a College A - E grade as well as a percentage mark for the course and an examination mark for both Semester 1 and the year. In addition, the student's approach to class work and behaviour will be reported via the usual key performance indicators.
Student Expectations
Students are expected to:
- bring the required text, calculator and stationery to each lesson
- complete regular homework from a variety of sources including the text, worksheets and MathsOnline
- be aware of assessment dates and have prepared thoroughly for each assessment
- be proactive in seeking help from the teacher when required.
