Area: | Centre for Aboriginal Studies |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 3.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Tutorial: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
Syllabus: | Introduction to fundamental mathematical principles and basic numeracy. How mathematical skills are applied in everyday life contexts and practical problem solving are skills gained in this unit. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, students will have demonstrated - Satisfactory completion of eight (8) assignments from graded modules within a given time frame. Confident manipulation of basic mathematical calculations and problem solving. Skills that reduce 'fear' of mathematics. Ability to relate all aspects of mathematics to everyday life. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | Bryant, K.A. and Hadfield, S.R., (1987), Fundamental Mathematics - Book 1, Macmillan, South Melbourne. Bryant, K.A., and Hadfield, S.R., (1987), Fundamental Mathematics - Book 2, Macmillan, South Melbourne. |
Unit Texts: | No prescibed texts. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Assignments (8) 60%, Exam 25%, Mid semester test 15%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 10100 Mathematical Sciences (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 2 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Not Categorised | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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