edu0maf maths foundations
MATHEMATICS FOUNDATIONS
EDU0MAF
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students are introduced to a spectrum of mathematics skills required for future learning in general university programs. Students will develop conceptual knowledge and procedural skills in a range of topics including arithmetical rules and operations, calculus, measurement and data, algebra, probability, graphs and statistical analysis. Students are expected to solve a variety of mathematical problems using appropriate strategies, methods and techniques and to apply mathematical concepts and knowledge to different real world situations. Assessment tasks are based on cumulative development of skills and knowledge and include project tasks as well as quizzes and two examinations. Feedback is provided to students at frequent and regular intervals throughout the semester.
FacultyFaculty of Education
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 0 - Enabling Program
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be enrolled in course (ETEPB or ETEPM or ETEPS or ETEPW or ETEPK) Tertiary Enabling Program
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
---|---|---|---|---|
Readings | Mathematics for Technicians | Recommended | Alldis, B.K (1990) | MCGRAW-HILL, SYDNEY |
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2014, Week 08-26, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer
Class requirements
Lecture
One 3.5 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % |
---|---|---|
Assessment tasks (equivalent to 250 words) | 5 | |
One 1 hour examination | 35 | |
One 1 hour mid semester exam | 20 | |
Two maths assignments (equivalent to 750 words) | 20 | |
Two open book tests (equivalent to 1,000 words) | 20 |
Albury-Wodonga, 2014, Week 30-50, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 30 - 50
One 3.5 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % |
---|---|---|
Assessment tasks (equivalent to 250 words) | 5 | |
One 1 hour examination | 35 | |
One 1 hour mid semester exam | 20 | |
Two maths assignments (equivalent to 750 words) | 20 | |
Two open book tests (equivalent to 1,000 words) | 20 |
Bendigo, 2014, Week 08-26, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer
Class requirements
Lecture
One 3.5 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % |
---|---|---|
Assessment tasks (equivalent to 250 words) | 5 | |
One 1 hour examination | 35 | |
One 1 hour mid semester exam | 20 | |
Two maths assignments (equivalent to 750 words) | 20 | |
Two open book tests (equivalent to 1,000 words) | 20 |
Bendigo, 2014, Week 30-50, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 30 - 50
One 3.5 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % |
---|---|---|
Assessment tasks (equivalent to 250 words) | 5 | |
One 1 hour examination | 35 | |
One 1 hour mid semester exam | 20 | |
Two maths assignments (equivalent to 750 words) | 20 | |
Two open book tests (equivalent to 1,000 words) | 20 |
Broadmeadows, 2014, Week 30-50, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 30 - 50
One 3.5 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % |
---|---|---|
Assessment tasks (equivalent to 250 words) | 5 | |
One 1 hour examination | 35 | |
One 1 hour mid semester exam | 20 | |
Two maths assignments (equivalent to 750 words) | 20 | |
Two open book tests (equivalent to 1,000 words) | 20 |
Mildura, 2014, Week 30-50, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 30 - 50
One 3.5 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % |
---|---|---|
Assessment tasks (equivalent to 250 words) | 5 | |
One 1 hour examination | 35 | |
One 1 hour mid semester exam | 20 | |
Two maths assignments (equivalent to 750 words) | 20 | |
Two open book tests (equivalent to 1,000 words) | 20 |
Shepparton, 2014, Week 30-50, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarolyn O'Dwyer
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 30 - 50
One 3.5 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % |
---|---|---|
Assessment tasks (equivalent to 250 words) | 5 | |
One 1 hour examination | 35 | |
One 1 hour mid semester exam | 20 | |
Two maths assignments (equivalent to 750 words) | 20 | |
Two open book tests (equivalent to 1,000 words) | 20 |