Mathematics Standard

2 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

• Measurement

• Financial Mathematics

• Statistical Analysis

Mathematics Standard 2 HSC Course

• Algebra

• Measurement

• Financial Mathematics

• Statistical Analysis

• Networks

Particular course requirements:

You will need to maintain your level of knowledge and skills from both Year 11 and HSC sections of the course because the HSC assessments and examination will cover both sections of the course.

HSC examination structure:

Two and a half hour paper

• Section I – Multiple choice questions. (15 marks)

• Section II – Short answer (85 marks)

How is Year 11 M athematics Standard and HSC Mathematics Standard 2 relevant to tertiary studies and career choice?

The course provides a strong foundation for vocational pathways, in the workforce and in further training, and for university courses in the humanities, business, nursing and paramedical sciences.