306835 (v.2) Mathematics 063


 

Area:Curtin Sarawak
Credits:25.0
Contact Hours:5.0
Lecture:1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Tutorial:2 x 1.5 Hours Weekly
Syllabus:Analysis of data, probability and its distribution, matrices, function and graph, limit, Trigonometry and Vector.
 
Unit Outcomes: Students completing this unit should be able to - Define mathematical terms in statistics, trigonometry and geometry. Understand mathematical concepts and appreciate the use of mathematics to solve real-life problems. Make interpretation and prediction based on given data. Draw generalisations and deduce formulae from the patterns observable from given situations. Integrate and apply content knowledge in algebra, trigonometry and geometry to solve a variety of problems. Work independently and collaboratively to understand, formulate and solve problems and to communicate this both orally and in writing.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References: Sadler, A.J. (1999), Applicable Mathematics, Perth, Sadler Family Trust. Sadler, A.J. (1993), Geometry and Trigonometry, Perth, Sadler Family Trust. Sadler, A.J. (1997), Introductory Calculus, (2nd ed) , Perth, Sadler Family Trust. O'Brien, M. (1994),Consolidating Applicable Mathematics, (2nd ed), (Thornile, WA) Educational Directions Publication.
Unit Texts: No prescribed texts.
 
Unit Assessment Breakdown: Final Examination 55% .Test One 15%. Test Two 15%. Test Three 15%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

 

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