Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus
13MAC Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs S. Steyn, Mrs C. Gouws.
Entry CriteriaEntry into Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus requires the successful completion of a Level 2 course in Mathematics with Algebra (12MAC), including a Merit for 91261 Algebra, 91262 Calculus AND the graphs internal OR HOD approval.
Strong algebra skills are crucial for success in this course.
Students must also fulfill the requirements for studying a Level 3 NCEA Award.
Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus
The Mathematics with Calculus course is designed for students interested in continuing to study mathematics or using it in fields where analysis is important. Calculus prepares students for various areas of work and helps them develop the skills to investigate, interpret, and explain the world around them. In this course, five of the NCEA Level 3 Achievement Standards for Calculus will be taught, covering the Differentiation, Integration and Algebra externals, and two internals: Trigonometry and Systems of Equations. Students will enhance their logical thinking, calculus skills, and knowledge of trigonometry in various contexts, including graphing. They will also learn how to apply these skills in different scenarios and how to achieve at Merit and Excellence levels.
Students will gain an endorsement for a course if, in a single school year, they achieve:
- 14 or more credits at Achieved or Merit or Excellence, and
- at least 3 of these credits from externally assessed standards and 3 credits from internally assessed standards.
This course is suited to students with a strength in Level 2 algebra, trigonometry and graphing equations.
Course Overview
Term 1
AS 91577 - Algebra - 5 Credits (6 weeks)
AS 91578 - Differentiation - 6 Credits (4 weeks)
Trigonometry - Identities only (1 week)
Term 2
AS 91575 - Trigonometry - 4 Credits (4 weeks)
AS 91578 - Differentiation - 6 Credits (2 weeks)
AS 91579 - Integration - 6 Credits (3 weeks)
Term 3
AS 91579 - Integration - 6 Credits (3 weeks)
AS 91587 - Systems of Equations - 3 Credits (3 weeks)
Term 4
Revision for external exams
Equipment/Stationery and Course Costs
This course makes significant use of digital learning material at various times during the year. It is advantageous for a student to have a laptop during these times. Some learning activities, including assessments, will not be able to be completed without a laptop.
It is essential to have a Casio Graphics Calculator model FX-9750G II.