Level 3 Calculus
Course Description
Year 13 Calculus course is for students who were successful at a high
level in Year 12 and who wish to study Engineering or Mathematics at University. You will build on the Algebra, Calculus and Graphs studied in Year
12. A new concept, Complex Numbers will be introduced.
Course Overview
Term 1
3D Simultaneous Equations
Trigomometric Methods
Term 2
Differentiation Methods
Integration Methods
Term 3
Integration Methods
Complex Numbers
Term 4
Revision and catch up
Recommended Prior Learning
Year 12 Maths
Students must do have done Algebra and the Calculus external in year 12.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Graphics Calculator
Ipads and laptops optional
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
Total Credits Available: 24 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 17 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 7 credits.
External
NZQA Info
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NZQA Info
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 24
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Pathway Tags
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