Mathematics Students in Year 10 are enrolled in a mathematics course most suited to their individual skill levels and potential future pathways. Previous results, work ethic and NAPLAN data, combined with individual teacher recommendations, are used to assist students to decide which course of mathematics is most appropriate for them to undertake in Year 10. All students undertaking Year 10 Core Mathematics or Year 10A Advanced Mathematics are required to have a CAS calculator (TI Nspire) and prescribed textbook. Students undertaking Year 10 Core Mathematics or 10A Advanced Mathematics are expected to complete at least 1-2 hours of study per week.
Year 10 Core Mathematics Year 10 Core Mathematics involves studies in algebra, trigonometry, statistics and probability, measurement, linear and quadratic functions and their graphs, geometry, indices and surds. Students are required to learn and practise mathematical routines and processes and use them to find solutions to problems. Students are expected to be able to use CAS technology to assist with the completion of basic exercises. They are required to undertake projects, assignments and topic tests. Exams are held in both semesters. This subject leads to Units 1 & 2 General Mathematics and then Units 3 & 4 Further Mathematics in Year 12, Units 1 & 2 Foundation Mathematics at Year 11, or VCAL Numeracy Modules. Year 10 Core Mathematics is not considered appropriate preparation for Year 11 Mathematical Methods. Year 11 Units 1 & 2 in Foundation Mathematics do not provide any access to Year 12 Mathematics subjects.
Maths 10A - Advanced Mathematics The Advanced Mathematics course involves the study of algebra, trigonometry, statistics and probability, measurement, linear and quadratic functions and their graphs, geometry, indices and surds. There is an emphasis on algebraic techniques that are assumed skills and further developed in VCE Mathematical Methods (CAS).Students are expected to learn and practice mathematical routines and processes and use them to explore solutions in extended problems. Students are required to undertake projects, assignments and topic tests. The use and application of CAS technology is compulsory. Exams are held in both semesters and students are required to maintain a pace of work appropriate for pre VCE coursework. This subject leads directly to Units 1-4 Mathematics Methods, Units 1-4 Specialist Mathematics (in conjunction with Maths Methods) or to Units 1 & 2 General Mathematics, and then Units 3 & 4 Further Mathematics in Year 12.
Year 10 2022 Course Guide
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