1. Mathematical Methods 2017 The first year this subject will be taught !!

2. Mathematical METHODS Topics
Topic 1: Further Differentiation and Applications (Calculus)
Topic 2: Discrete Random Variables (Statistics)
Topic 3: Integral Calculus (Calculus)
Topic 4: Logarithmic Functions (Calculus)
Topic 5: Continuous Random Variables and the Normal Distribution (Statistics)
Topic 6: Sampling and Confidence Intervals (Statistics)
Please Note we will not necessarily study the topics in this order

3. Mathematical METHODS ASSESSMENT
School Assessment (70%)
Assessment Type 1: Six Skills and Applications Tasks (50%)
Assessment Type 2: One Mathematical Investigation (20%)
NB: The school assessed components, Skills and Applications Tasks and Mathematical Investigation are subject to a moderation process.
External Assessment (30%)
Assessment Type 3: One 3 hour Examination (30%)

4. Mathematical METHODS Text Books
Mathematics for Australia12:
Mathematical Methods
1st Edition Haese et. al
Year 12 MASA Mathematical Methods
Study and Revision Guide 2017
*Please note older versions are NO LONGER applicable
Enter from the HUB (Ground Level)

5. Mathematical METHODS Graphical Calculator
You will need a Graphical Calculator, which must be on the list of SACE Board approved calculators.
This list can be found on the SACE board website

6. Mathematical METHODS Suggested Stationery
96 page A4 5mm Graph Book(s)
A4 5mm Graph Test Pad

7. So, let’s see how a Maths Methods Lecture is structured!!
Mathematical METHODS
So, let’s see how a Maths Methods Lecture is structured!!

8. Mathematical METHODS An interesting course with real life applications
An achievable course (for those who WORK!!)
So start from the very first Lecture & Tutorial

9. Mathematical METHODS Keys to Success
good attendance +
complete all set tasks
good organisation
good setting out
act on advice given
good management of the lecture/tutorial system
= a smart cookie

10. Mathematical METHODS Lecture/Tutorial Process
Presentation of:
theory, and
examples and applications
LECTURE

11. Mathematical METHODS Lecture/Tutorial Process
re-read the lecture
ASK about the parts that are UNCLEAR
LECTURE REVIEW

12. Mathematical METHODS Lecture/Tutorial Process
Focus on:
key principles, definitions and formulae
key processes
warnings, hints and common errors
Come and DISCUSS your summary
SUMMARISE THE LECTURE

13. Mathematical METHODS Lecture/Tutorial Process
DO THE PRACTICE PROBLEMS
from the textbook &/or worksheets
STAY UPTO DATE!!
do some maths every day
ASK questions regularly and as soon as possible!

14. Mathematical METHODS Lecture/Tutorial Process
prepare your page of notes
learn the theory and rules
practise, practise, practise!
PREPARE FOR THE TOPIC TEST

16. WISHING YOU ALL A SAFE AND HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND A RELAXING HOLIDAY
WISHING YOU ALL A SAFE AND HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND A RELAXING HOLIDAY. SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!! LISA & ANDREW