Mathematics Standard Two units in each of Year 11 Mathematics Standard and HSC Mathematics Standard 2 NESA Developed Course Exclusions: Students may not study any other Stage 6 Mathematics course in conjunction with Mathematics Standard.
What background knowledge do I need to study Year 11 Mathematics Standard and HSC Mathematics Standard 2? This new course is constructed on the assumption that students have studied the content and achieved the outcomes of the Mathematics Years 7 to 10 syllabus up to, and including, the content and outcomes of Stage 5.2.
Why study Year 11 Mathematics Standard and HSC Mathematics Standard 2? The purpose of the course is to provide an appropriate mathematical background for students who wish to enter occupations that require the use of a variety of mathematical and statistical techniques. The opportunities for creative thinking, communication and contextualised problemsolving assist students in finding solutions for the broad range of problems encountered in life beyond secondary schooling.
Course description: Year 11 Mathematics Standard focuses on mathematical skills and techniques which have direct application to everyday life. The course provides students with the opportunity to develop an understanding of, and competence in, further aspects of mathematics through a large variety of real-world applications for a range of concurrent HSC studies, such as in the life sciences, the humanities and business studies.
Main topics covered: Mathematics Standard Year 11 Course •
Algebra
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Measurement
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Financial Mathematics
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Statistical Analysis
Mathematics Standard 2 HSC Course
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Algebra
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Measurement
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Financial Mathematics
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Statistical Analysis
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Networks
Subject Choice for the Higher School Certificate
