Mathematics - Specialist Mathematics

Duration: 
Full Year
Compulsory: 
No

RECOMMENDED BACKGROUND:

A C grade or better in 10 or 20 credits of Stage 1 Specialist Mathematics.

Specialist Mathematics draws on and deepens students’ mathematical knowledge, skills, and understanding, and provides opportunities for students to develop their skills in using rigorous mathematical arguments and proofs, and using mathematical models. It includes the study of functions and calculus. The subject leads to study in a range of tertiary courses such as mathematical sciences, engineering, computer science, and physical sciences. Students envisaging careers in related fields will benefit from studying this subject.

 CONTENT

The following topics provide the framework for learning in Stage 2 Mathematical Specialist:

  • Mathematical Induction
  • Complex Numbers
  • Functions and Sketching Graphs
  • Vectors in Three Dimensions
  • Integration Techniques and Applications
  • Rates of Change and Differential Equations.

ASSESSMENT

  • Mathematical Investigation (20%)
  • Skill and Applications Tasks (six SATs: 50%)
  • External Examination (3 hours: 30%)

FUTURE PATHWAYS

The subject leads to study in a range of tertiary courses such as mathematical sciences, engineering, computer science, and physical sciences. Students envisaging careers in related fields will benefit from studying this subject.

CARE • COMMITMENT • CO-OPERATION • RESPECT

We acknowledge the Kaurna people as the traditional custodians of the Adelaide region and pay our respects to the Elders past, present and future for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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