L2MAC

Mathematics with Calculus Level 2

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr S. Knowles.

The Level 2 Mathematics with Calculus course (L2MAC) is recommended for students with a sound ability in Algebra who are viewing tertiary study (or potentially a career) in the physical sciences, engineering, economics, or any field where Mathematics is used as a tool for analysis. 

L2MAC builds on the Algebra concepts covered in Year 11 Mathematics and focuses on the techniques and applications of both Algebra and Calculus, Mathematical modelling, and the development of Mathematical reasoning.

A combination of internal and external Achievement Standards, topics focus on Algebra Concepts, Calculus, Trigonometry, Graphs and Systems of Equations.

Students wanting to enter into Level 2 Calculus should have a sound understanding of Level 1 Algebra skills and should have received a minimum of Merit grades in both AS91027 (Apply algebraic procedures in solving problems) and AS91028 (Investigate relationships between tables, equations and graphs). 

Students who do not meet this criteria may wish to consider Level 2 Statistics instead.



Course Overview

Term 1
Algebra (external assessment) and Trigonometry (internal assessment)

Term 2
Graphs (internal assessment) and Systems of Equations (internal assessment)

Term 3
Calculus (external assessment) and Algebra Revision

Term 4
Revision for external exams

Recommended Prior Learning

A minimum of 15 credits in Level 1 Mathematics Achievement Standards, including a Merit or Excellence in AS1.2(Algebra Concepts) and AS1.3(Tables, Equations and Graphs) is required.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

A Graphics Calculator (Casio fx9570) is essential for this course.

Pathway

Mathematics with Calculus is an Option subject at Level 2. If a student struggles with Mathematics in Level 1 especially in Algebra and Graphs, he is advised not to opt for a Level 2 Mathematics Calculus course.

Career Pathways

Credit Information

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

Total Credits Available: 18 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 9 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 9 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91257 v3
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.2 - Apply graphical methods in solving problems
4
4
4
4
4
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91259 v3
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.4 - Apply trigonometric relationships in solving problems
3
3
3
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91261 v3
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.6 - Apply algebraic methods in solving problems
4
4
4
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91262 v3
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.7 - Apply calculus methods in solving problems
5
5
5
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91269 v3
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 2.14 - Apply systems of equations in solving problems
2
2
2
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 18
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 18