13MAT

Level 3 - Mathematics and Statistics (Internal Course)

Course Description

This course will be relevant to learners who:

  • Want to keep pathways open upon leaving school
  • May require a foundation in both mathematical and statistical topics

This course seeks to enable students to:

  • Further develop their understanding of the statistical enquiry cycle
  • Plan investigations in forming and answering statistical questions
  • Analyse data, communicating evidence from displays to reach a statistical conclusion
  • Enhance the statistical tools, skills, understanding, and attitudes required in future careers
  • Develop a variety of approaches to solving problems involving straight lines and critical paths


Pre-requisites

Entry is at the discretion of the Head of Faculty. Students choosing this course will be expected to have gained a minimum of 12 mathematics and statistics credits at NCEA Level 2, including the following achievement standards:

91264: Use statistical methods to make an inference

and either

91260: Apply network methods in solving problems OR 91256: Apply coordinate geometry methods in solving problems


Course Specific Costs

$50 - consumables and workbooks
A graphics calculator is required

Pathway

Further study and careers are available in many sectors such as commerce, science, health, government departments, information management, quality improvement, and insurance. Most industries also regularly require data analysis and research.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 20
Internal Assessed Credits: 20
External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91574 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 3.2 - Apply linear programming methods in solving problems


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91576 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 3.4 - Use critical path analysis in solving problems


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91580 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 3.8 - Investigate time series data


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91581 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 3.9 - Investigate bivariate measurement data


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91582 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 3.10 - Use statistical methods to make a formal inference


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91587 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 3.15 - Apply systems of simultaneous equations in solving problems


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 20
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 20

Approved subject for University Entrance

Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 20

Disclaimer

Specific course content may change from what has been advertised in order to remain current and meet students' needs. 

The school has the right to make the best decision based on both staffing, and overall student interest, when preparing the final timetable.