Mathematics

Year 7 • MATHEMATICS Year 8 • MATHEMATICS

OVERVIEW The Year 7 Mathematics curriculum is common to all students. The areas developed throughout the course are directly linked to the content listed in the Victorian Curriculum documentation. Students develop and extend their knowledge through three content strands:

Number and Algebra, Measurement and

Geometry, and Statistics and Probability. Students use technology to help analyse and display data, begin their exploration of algebra, extend their knowledge of number and investigate a variety of rules to measure perimeter and area. Students are assessed on the detail provided in answering questions, the summaries they develop for each topic and the accuracy provided in recalling past knowledge and skills. Students have access to a text resource that helps them consolidate and explore learning in an independent setting. Students are also encouraged to enter The Australian Mathematics Competition held during Term 3. OVERVIEW The Year 8 Mathematics curriculum is common to all students. The areas developed throughout the course are directly linked to the content listed in the Victorian Curriculum documentation. Students develop and extend their knowledge through three content strands:

Number and Algebra, Measurement and

Geometry, and Statistics and Probability. Students further develop their skills in using technology to help analyse and display data, extend their study of algebra including its use in linear relationships and their associated graphs, develop knowledge of rates and ratios and broaden their rules of measurement to include surface area and circle applications. Students are assessed on the detail provided in answering questions, the summaries they develop for each topic and the accuracy provided in recalling past knowledge and skills. Students have access to a text resource that helps them consolidate and explore learning in an independent setting. Students are also encouraged to enter The Australian Mathematics Competition held during Term 3.

Year 9 • MATHEMATICS

OVERVIEW All students study a common Mathematics course in Year 9. The Year 9 curriculum follows and covers the content outlined in the Victorian Curriculum documentation. There are three content strands: Number and

Algebra, Measurement and Geometry,

and Statistics and Probability. Students will develop their algebraic skills, graphing skills and mental manipulation skills. They also learn to effectively use CAS technology to assist in solving problems and consolidate their understanding of new concepts using the online software program that comes with their textbook. Students also have the opportunity to learn to collect and analyse data while on their Learning Journeys, as part of the Statistics strand. Students are also encouraged to enter The Australian Mathematics Competition held during Term 3.

Year 10 • MATHEMATICS

OVERVIEW At Year 10, there are four options available for study: ■ Year 10 Mathematics (Foundation); ■ Year 10 Mathematics (General); ■ Year 10 Mathematics (Methods); ■ VCE Mathematical Methods Units 1 & 2.

It is recommended that students consult their Year 9 Mathematics teacher and the Head of Mathematics when making this decision.

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YEAR 10 MATHEMATICS GENERAL This area of Mathematics covers recursive relationships and their link to Financial Mathematics including simple interest, depreciation, compound interest and loans; problem solving techniques, including applications to linear equations and inequalities; algebraic and graphical representations of relations; measurement rules that find the surface area and volume of composite solids; the relationships between parallel and perpendicular lines; applications of reasoning to congruence and similar triangles; numerical exercises involving plane shapes; comparison of data sets including summaries and shapes; the description of bivariate data and the statistical relationships that exist between two continuous variables using regression analysis; statistical reports. YEAR 10 MATHEMATICS METHODS This subject covers the Year 10 Mathematics outlined in the Victorian Curriculum documentation and includes some enrichment that helps prepare students for the subsequent study of various implementations of General Mathematics Units 1 & 2 and/or Mathematical Methods Units 1 & 2 in Year 11. Topics include linear functions, matrices, surds, indices, quadratics, statistics and exponential functions. Students must have a minimum grade of B+ in Year 9 Mathematics to study this course. YEAR 10 MATHEMATICS FOUNDATION Students are selected into the subject by invitation only. The Mathematics covered is of a very practical nature and encourages the pursuit and exploration of ideas aligned with a student's career pathway. I does provide preparatory work for VCE Foundation Mathematics Units 1-4.

VCE MATHEMATICAL METHODS UNITS 1 & 2 FOR YEAR 10 STUDENTS The opportunity for students to study VCE Mathematical Methods in Year 10 is limited to a select number and is designed for students who are planning to study the highest levels of Mathematics at School and who seek some flexibility in their choice of subjects at Year 11. It is not open to students who want to finish their study of Mathematics at the end of Year 11. VCE MATHEMATICAL METHODS UNITS 1 & 2 FOR CURRENT YEAR 9 STUDENTS Current Year 9 students can apply for entry to VCE Mathematical Methods Units 1 & 2 in Year 10, provided they meet the following requirements: ■ Overall and Semester examination grades of A++ (both semesters). ■ At least three Learning Behaviour ratings of ‘Consistently’ in Year 9 Mathematics at year's end. ■ Furthermore, in order to be suitably prepared for Mathematical Methods it is recommended that Year 9 students achieve: - A++ for all Maths topics studied throughout the year. - Minimum semester grade average of A for all core subjects (English, Maths, Science, Humanities). - Effort rating of ‘Consistently’ in all core subjects (English, Maths, Science, Humanities).

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VCE MATHEMATICS • Units 1 to 4

FOUNDATION MATHEMATICS UNITS 1 TO 4 This study emphasises mathematics in contexts that are specifically related to the life and work of a student. In Units 1 & 2, contexts should be familiar and include the local community and environment while Units 3 & 4 should include federal and global contexts. Assessments in Units 1 to 4 will centre around mathematical investigations which ideally will be 1-2 weeks in duration. There are restrictions on student entry into Foundation Mathematics Unit 1 to 4. GENERAL MATHEMATICS UNITS 3 & 4 This study is intended to be widely accessible. It provides general preparation for employment or further study where data analysis, financial modelling, organisation, structure and networking is important. The assumed knowledge and skills for General Mathematics Units 3 & 4 are drawn from General Mathematics Units 1 & 2. Students who have studied only Mathematical Methods Units 1 & 2 will have already acquired the assumed knowledge and skills to undertake General Mathematics Units 3 & 4. There are some restrictions on student entry into General Mathematics Units 1 & 2. MATHEMATICAL METHODS UNITS 1 TO 4 Units 1 & 2 have a closely sequenced development of material, intended as preparation for Mathematical Methods Units 3 & 4. Mathematical Methods Units 3 & 4 may be taken alone or in conjunction with either Specialist Mathematics Units 3 & 4 or General Mathematics Units 3 & 4, and provide an appropriate background for further study in, for example, science, engineering, humanities, economics or medicine. SPECIALIST MATHEMATICS UNITS 1 TO 4 Knowledge and content from Specialist Mathematics Units 1 & 2 are a prerequisite for Specialist Mathematics Units 3 & 4. The Units 3 & 4 sequence is normally studied in conjunction with Mathematical Methods Units 3 & 4, and the areas of study extend and develop material from these particular units. Specialist Mathematics Units 3 & 4 are intended for students with strong interests in mathematics and who wish to undertake further study in mathematics and related disciplines such as engineering, aerospace and the sciences.