Year 12 Subject Selection – VCE Further Mathematics Units 3 & 4

Course Description VCE Further Mathematics (Units 3 and 4) consists of two areas of study: a compulsory Core section to be completed in Unit 3 and an Applications section to be completed in Unit 4. The Core comprises two Areas of Study: Data Analysis (40% of the year’s coursework) and Recursion and Financial Modelling (20% of the coursework) . The Applications comprises two modules to be completed, from a selection of four possible modules. Nagle College students will study: Module 1: Matrices (20% of the coursework) and Module 2: Networks and Decision Mathematics (20% of the coursework) .

Why study this subject? Further Mathematics Units 3 and 4 is a final year VCE sequence for students who are interested in developing their ability to apply mathematical techniques in day-to-day situations. VCE Further Mathematics Units 3 and 4 will give students a basic understanding of the use of mathematical terminology and techniques in some common real world settings. This subject will also allow students to develop methodical approaches to problem solving and to become competent in the use a CAS graphics calculator. (Please note: While some tertiary courses require no more than Further Maths, students who are intending to pursue university studies in maths-heavy courses such as Engineering, Architecture or the Sciences, may require VCE Mathematical Methods, or even Specialist Mathematics). Please check with Mrs Lightfoot.

Subject pathway Year 9 Year 10 Year 11 Year 12 Standard Maths General Please note: General Mathematics Units 1-2 or Mathematical Methods Units 1-2 should be undertaken before the study of VCE Further Mathematics Units 3-4. Standard Maths General Maths 1-2 Further Maths 3-4 Maths Advanced Maths Maths Methods 1-2 Maths Methods 3-4 Spec’st Maths 1-2 Spec’st Maths 3-4

Coursework Components Exam question Warm-Ups Lesson Skillsheets Targeted Skills Practice TI-Nspire Graphic Calculator proficiency Organisation of Notes book and Workbook Consistent revision Application and Problem-Solving Tasks Topic Tests Edrolo Online Study/Support Program Online Textbook study resources VCE School-Assessed Coursework November VCAA Examinations 1 and 2

Summary of Assessments Graded Assessment Title of Assessment Duration Contribution to Study Score (%) 1 School-Assessed Coursework Unit 3: Extended Application Task Modelling Task Unit 4: Modelling Tasks 4 sessions 2 sessions 2 + 2 sessions 34 2 November VCAA Examination 1 Multiple Choice Notes and Technology allowed VCAA Formula Sheet provided 90 minutes 33 3 November VCAA Examination 2 Extended Response

Extra activities Further Maths students are encouraged to regularly seek help and support from their teacher in order to build understanding and confidence. Weekly support is available every Monday after school at Maths Aid in Room MA4, 3.30 – 4.30pm, where Maths Learning Area staff are on hand to assist students as they work through their Maths coursework/homework. (A late bus in to Bairnsdale is available.)

More information For more information about VCE Further Mathematics Units 3 and 4, you are invited to speak to the following staff: Mr Ben Zhang bzhang@nagle.vic.edu.au Mrs Jenny White jwhite@nagle.vic.edu.au Phone Nagle College (03) 5152 6122