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Maths - Year 7
Length: Full Year
Contact Person: Mathematics Leader
Content
In Year 7 Mathematics, you will build confidence as you explore numbers, patterns, measurement, shapes, data and chance. You will solve problems, explain your thinking and discover how mathematics helps us understand the world around us. Along the way, you will become a resourceful learner by trying different strategies, resilient by persevering through challenges and learning from mistakes, and reflective by thinking about what worked, what didn't and how you can improve.
Assessment
Students will be assessed using tests and folio tasks (individual and collaborative) with and without the use of technology. Students need to complete set work on a regular and consistent basis to successfully complete all aspects of the course.
Prerequisite / Special Requirements: Not applicable.
Curriculum Charges: Not applicable.
Stationery Requirements:
- Scientific Calculator
- Grid book A4 96 page 5mm
- A4 Display folder with 20 refillable pockets
- Triangle geoliner 14cm celco
- Compass micador graduated 140mm safety #350
Maths - Year 8
Length: Full Year
Contact Person: Mathematics Leader
Content
In Year 8 Mathematics, you will discover how mathematics helps us make sense of the world through authentic investigations and real-life problem solving. You will apply fractions, decimals and percentages to financial situations, conduct a statistical investigation using shoe sizes to collect, analyse and interpret data, and explore measurement through a learning expedition investigating urbanisation and its impact on communities and
environments. Throughout the course, you will develop as a resourceful learner by exploring different problem -solving strategies, resilient by embracing challenges and learning from mistakes, and reflective by explaining your thinking, evaluating your approaches and recognising how mathematics connects to everyday life and future opportunities
Assessment
Students will be assessed using tests and folio tasks (individual and collaborative) with and without the use of technology. Students need to complete set work on a regular and consistent basis to successfully complete all aspects of the course.
Prerequisite / Special Requirements: Not applicable.
Curriculum Charges: Not applicable.
Stationery Requirements:
- Scientific Calculator
- Grid book A4 96 page 5mm
- A4 Display folder with 20 refillable pockets
- Triangle geoliner 14cm celco
- Compass micador graduated 140mm safety #350
Maths - Year 9
Length: Full Year
Contact Person: Mathematics Leader
Content
The course covers the Australian Curriculum strands of Number and Algebra, Measurement and Geometry and Statistics and Probability. The course aims at developing the student’s technology skills, including the use of scientific calculators and a range of interactives accessed on student laptops to consolidate mathematical concepts and provide students with opportunities to work on real life applications.
Assessment
Students will be assessed using tests and folio tasks (individual and collaborative) with and without the use of technology. Students need to complete set work on a regular and consistent basis to successfully complete all aspects of the course.
Prerequisite / Special Requirements: Not applicable.
Curriculum Charges: Not applicable.
Stationery Requirements:
- Scientific Calculator
- Grid book A4 96 page 5mm
- A4 Display folder with 20 refillable pockets
Maths - Year 10
Length: Full Year
Contact Person: Mathematics Leader
Content
In Year 10 Mathematics, you will discover how mathematics shapes the world around you. You'll design and cost your dream home using measurement, explore how surveys and graphs can influence people's opinions, use trigonometry to understand how builders, plumbers and engineers solve real-world problems, and apply algebra to predict outcomes such as World Cup goal scoring. Throughout the course, you'll develop practical problem-solving skills while growing as a resourceful learner by exploring different approaches, resilient by tackling complex challenges with confidence, and reflective by evaluating your thinking and refining your strategies to achieve the best solutions.
Assessment
Students will be assessed using tests and folio tasks (individual and collaborative) with and without the use of technology. Students need to complete set work on a regular and consistent basis to successfully complete all aspects of the course.
Prerequisite / Special Requirements: Not applicable.
Curriculum Charges: Not applicable.
Stationery Requirements:
- Scientific Calculator
Maths Advanced - Year 10
Length: Full Year
Contact Person: Mathematics Leader
Content
Year 10 Advanced Mathematics prepares students for SACE Mathematical Methods and Specialist Mathematics through challenging and authentic problem solving. You will investigate patterns, algebra, trigonometry, quadratic functions and statistics, applying your learning to real-world situations using mathematical modelling and digital tools. Throughout the course, you will become a resourceful learner by selecting and adapting effective mathematical strategies, resilient by persevering through complex challenges, and reflective by evaluating your solutions and refining your thinking using evidence.
Assessment
Students will be assessed using tests and folio tasks (individual and collaborative) with and without the use of technology. Students need to complete set work on a regular and consistent basis to successfully complete all aspects of the course.
Prerequisite / Special Requirements: Students achieving a B or above in Year 9 Mathematics, or by recommendation and approval of the subject teacher and Learning Area Leader
Curriculum Charges: Not applicable.
Stationery Requirements:
- Casio fx-CG50AU graphic calculator.
- Grid book A4 96 page 5mm.
- A4 Display folder with 20 refillable pockets.
Pre Methods - Year 10
Length: Semester
Contact Person: Mathematics Leader
Content
Year 10 Advanced Mathematics prepares students for SACE Mathematical Methods and Specialist Mathematics through challenging and authentic problem solving. You will investigate patterns, algebra, trigonometry, quadratic functions and statistics, applying your learning to real-world situations using mathematical modelling and digital tools. Throughout the course, you will become a resourceful learner by selecting and adapting effective mathematical strategies, resilient by persevering through complex challenges, and reflective by evaluating your solutions and refining your thinking using evidence.
Assessment
Students will be assessed using tests and folio tasks (individual and collaborative) with and without the use of technology. Students need to complete set work on a regular and consistent basis to successfully complete all aspects of the course.
Prerequisite / Special Requirements: Students are recommended to have achieved a B grade or higher in Year 9 Mathematics. Teacher recommendation required.
Curriculum Charges: Not applicable.
Stationery Requirements:
- Scientific Calculator.
- Grid book A4 96 page 5mm.
- A4 Display folder with 20 refillable pockets.
- Triangle geoliner 14cm celco.
- Compass micador graduated 140mm
safety #350.
Pre General - Year 10
Length: Semester
Contact Person: Mathematics Leader
Content The course is an accelerated mathematics subject for Year 10 students planning to study Stage 1 General Mathematics. It covers core topics such as measurement, linear equations, statistics, and financial maths at a faster pace and with more depth, helping students strengthen their problem-solving and reasoning skills in preparation for senior-level study.
Assessment
Students will be assessed using tests and folio tasks (individual and collaborative) with and without the use of technology. Students need to complete set work on a regular and consistent basis to successfully complete all aspects of the course.
Prerequisite / Special Requirements: Students are recommended to have achieved a B grade or higher in Year 9 Mathematics. Teacher recommendation required.
Curriculum Charges: Not applicable.
Stationery Requirements:
- Scientific Calculator.
- Grid book A4 96 page 5mm.
- A4 Display folder with 20 refillable pockets.
- Triangle geoliner 14cm celco.
- Compass micador graduated 140mm
safety #350.
Numeracy for life - Year 10
Length: Semester
Contact Person: Mathematics Leader
Content This course helps students improve their basic numeracy skills in practical topics that have every day and workplace contexts: Calculations, Ratio and Time,Earning and Spending, Geometry,Measurement, Data and Investing. It is designed to help students who findMaths challenging to achieve theirSACE Numeracy requirement.
Assessment
Students will be assessed using tests and folio tasks (individual and collaborative) with and without the use of technology. Students need to complete set work on a regular and consistent basis to successfully complete all aspects of the course.
Prerequisite / Special Requirements: Teacher recommendation required.
Curriculum Charges: Not applicable.
Stationery Requirements:
- Scientific Calculator.
- Grid book A4 96 page 5mm.
- A4 Display folder with 20 refillable pockets.
Essential Mathematics - Stage 1
Length: Semester/Full Year
Contact Person: Mathematics Leader
Content This course helps students improve their basic numeracy skills in practical topics that have every day and workplace contexts: Calculations, Ratio and Time, Earning and Spending, Geometry, Measurement, Data and Investing. It is designed to help students who find Maths challenging to achieve their SACE Numeracy requirement.
Assessment
Students will be assessed using a combination of Skills and Applications Tasks and Investigation Folio addressing the SACE Performance Criteria.
Prerequisite / Special Requirements: None.
Curriculum Charges: Not applicable.
Stationery Requirements:
- Scientific Calculator.
- Grid book A4 96 page 5mm.
- A4 Display folder with 20 refillable pockets.
- Work pad graph A4 5mm 50 leaf
and punched.
General Mathematics - Stage 1
Length: Semester/Full Year
Contact Person: Mathematics Leader
Content From learning about how basic measurement calculations like surface area and volume of 3D objects find application in the construction and packaging designing industry, to strengthening your data analysis skills(sought after in all occupations) to make informed choices as a consumer in this AI driven-Information Age, to understanding and appreciating the "beauty" of compounding interest especially to multiply your savings or learning the basics of investing in the share market, General Mathematics is all about applying your understanding to problem solve in a variety of imminent real-world contexts.
Assessment
Students will be assessed using a combination of Skills and Applications Tasks and Investigation Folio addressing the SACE Performance Criteria.
Prerequisite / Special Requirements: Students achieving a B or above in Year 10 Standard level Mathematics, or by recommendation and approval of the subject teacher and Learning Area Leader. Access to SACE recommended Graphics Calculator.
Curriculum Charges: Not applicable.
Stationery Requirements:
- Casio fx-CG50AU graphic calculator.
Mathematics Methods - Stage 1
Length: Semester/Full Year
Contact Person: Mathematics Leader
Content In Year 11 Mathematical Methods, you will use mathematics to model, investigate and solve authentic real-world problems. You will apply algebra, geometry, trigonometry and polynomial functions to explore scenarios such as determining the best position to view a tower and modelling a turtle race to analyse movement and predict outcomes. Throughout the course, you will become a resourceful learner by selecting and applying a range of mathematical strategies, resilient by persevering through complex problems and refining your solutions, and reflective by evaluating your methods, interpreting results and justifying your conclusions.
Assessment
Students will be assessed using a combination of Skills and Applications Tasks and Investigation Folio addressing the SACE Performance Criteria.
Prerequisite / Special Requirements: Students achieving a B or above in Year 10 Advanced level Mathematics, or by recommendation and approval of the subject teacher and Learning Area Leader. Access to SACE recommended Graphics Calculator.
Curriculum Charges: Not applicable.
Stationery Requirements:
- Casio fx-CG50AU graphic calculator.
- Grid book A4 5mm 96 page.
- Work pad graph A4 5mm 50 leaf and
punched.
Specialist Mathematics - Stage 1
Length: Semester
Contact Person: Mathematics Leader
Content This course builds on skills and techniques developed by 10 Advanced Level students in their problem solving and reasoning skills across topics including Vector Geometry , Real and Complex Numbers and Further Trigonometry. Studied in tandem with Mathematical Methods Stage 1 leads to SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics.
Assessment
Students will be assessed using a combination of Skills and Applications Tasks and Investigation Folio addressing the SACE Performance Criteria.
Prerequisite / Special Requirements: Students achieving a B or above in Year 10 Advanced level Mathematics, or by recommendation and approval of the subject teacher and Learning Area Leader. Access to SACE recommended Graphics Calculator. Also must be enrolled in Mathematical Methods Stage 1.
Curriculum Charges: Not applicable.
Stationery Requirements:
- Casio fx-CG50AU graphic calculator.
- Grid book A4 5mm 96 page.
- Work pad graph A4 5mm 50 leaf and
punched.
General Mathematics - Stage 2
Length: Full Year
Contact Person: Mathematics Leader
Content Opening doors to a range of tertiary pursuits ranging from Cybersecurity to Health and Medical sciences to Investment Banking and Chartered Accounting, General Mathematics at Year 12, strengthens your skills at problem solving in a variety of authentic contexts using Mathematical modelling of Statistics, Matrices, Networks and Finance (including borrowing for a home loan to investing for the future), to predict, translate and most importantly OPTIMISE solutions taking into consideration a range of constraints and requirements.
Assessment Students will be assessed on:
- 5 Skills and applications Tasks
- 1 Investigation Folio (School Based 70%) and
- External SACE Examination (30%)
Prerequisite / Special Requirements: Students achieving a B or above in Stage 1 General Mathematics.
Curriculum Charges: Not applicable.
Stationery Requirements:
- Casio fx-CG50AU graphic calculator.
- A4 3 or 4 ring binder with plastic sleeves
Mathematics Methods - Stage 2
Length: Full Year
Contact Person: Mathematics Leader
Content In Year 12 Specialist Mathematics, you will extend your mathematical thinking by exploring powerful concepts used in science, engineering and technology. You will investigate how advanced functions can model the shape of objects such as wine glasses before using integration to calculate their volumes, model real-world phenomena such as fluid flow, chemical reactions and physical interactions using differential equations, and use parametric equations to describe the motion of moving objects. Throughout the course, you will develop as a resourceful learner by selecting sophisticated mathematical approaches, resilient by tackling complex and unfamiliar problems with persistence and reflective by evaluating your reasoning, refining your methods and communicating precise mathematical conclusions.
Assessment Students will be assessed on:
- 6 Skills and applications Tasks
- 1 Investigation Folio (School Based
70%) and - External SACE Examination (30%)
Prerequisite / Special Requirements: Students achieving a B or above in Stage 1 Methods or General Mathematics.
Curriculum Charges: Not applicable.
Stationery Requirements:
- Casio fx-CG50AU graphic calculator.
- Grid book A4 5mm 96 page.
- Work pad graph A4 5mm 50 leaf and punched.
- A4 3 or 4 ring binder with plastic sleeves
Specialist Mathematics - Stage 2
Length: Full Year
Contact Person: Mathematics Leader
Content This course is rich in mathematical rigour and algebraic analysis. Topics covered include Mathematical Induction, Complex Numbers, Functions and Sketching Graphs, Vectors in 3D, Integration Techniques, Rates of Change, and Differential Equations. This subject paves the way for entry into a range of university courses (including engineering).
Assessment Students will be assessed on:
- 6 Skills and applications Tasks
- 1 Investigation Folio (School Based
70%) and - External SACE Examination (30%)
Prerequisite / Special Requirements: Students achieving a B or above in Stage 1 Specialist Mathematics.
Curriculum Charges: Not applicable.
Stationery Requirements:
- Casio fx-CG50AU graphic calculator.
- Grid book A4 5mm 96 page.
- Work pad graph A4 5mm 50 leaf and punched.
- A4 3 or 4 ring binder with plastic sleeves