St John’s College (Hillcrest) St John’s College (Hillcrest)

Level 1 Mathematics with Algebra

11MATA
Course Description

Level 1 Mathematics with Algebra is designed for students who have achieved the NCEA Numeracy Corequisite in Year 9 or 10. 

There is a combination of Internally and Externally Assessed standards. Internal Assessments will take place in Term 1 and Term 2. External Assessments will take place in Term 3 and during the November examination period.

*Students who have not yet achieved the NCEA Numeracy Corequisite in Year 9 or 10 may be placed into this course at the discretion of the Head of Faculty Mathematics. 


Course Overview

Term 1
Weeks 1 - 4 Number
Weeks 5 - 7 Measurement
Week 8 Internal Assessment - Mathematics 1.2 - 5 Credits
Weeks 9 - 10 Trigonometry

Term 2
Weeks 1 - 3 Geometry
Week 4 Probability
Weeks 5 - 9 Statistics
Week 10 Internal Assessment - Mathematics 1.1 - 5 Credits

Term 3
Weeks 1 - 6 Algebra (including patterns and graphs)
Weeks 7 - 8 Statistical reports
Week 9 External Assessment - Mathematics 1.3 - 5 Credits
Week 10 Algebra Continued

Term 4
Weeks 1 - 3 Algebra, Number, Measurement, Trigonometry, Geometry revision
Exam External Assessment - Mathematics 1.4 - 5 Credits

Faculties:

Mathematics


Pathway

Level 2 Mathematics (External), Level 2 Mathematics (Internal)

To gain entry to Level 2 Mathematics (External), all standards in Level 1 Mathematics with Algebra must be Achieved.


Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Each student is required to have a Casio fx-92AU PLUS II Scientific Calculator