2 Mathematics with Statistics
2MAS Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs A. Lakhan.
This course is based on Level 7 of Mathematics in the New Zealand Curriculum. It builds on work done in mathematics at Year 11 and provides a basic mathematical grounding for further study at Year 13. Students will be required to sit for at-least two externals at the end of the year depending on the pathway.
This course contributes to Numeracy, and is eligible for Course endorsement.
Course Overview
Term 1
Use statistical methods to make an inference
Apply co-ordinate geometry methods in solving problems
Term 2
Conduct an experiment to investigate a situation using statistical methods
Apply calculus methods in solving problems
Term 3
Apply trigonometric relationships in solving problems
Apply probability methods in solving problems (external)
Term 4
Revision for Externals
External Exams
Pathway
3 Mathematics with Calculus, 3 Mathematics with Statistics
Taking level 2 statistics will allow you to take 2 separate mathematics course at year 13 as well as at tertiary :
1) calculus (3MAC) attempt algebra external
2) statistics (3MAS) attempt Probility distribution
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