3MTA

Level 3 Mathematics with Algebra

Course Description

Course Outline: This course is designed for candidates with a very good background in Level 2 Mathematics and ability in Mathematics. Some will study the subject because they have a genuine interest in it and enjoy meeting the challenges and problems it provides; others will study the subject because they need a high level of Mathematics for future studies in Mathematics, Physics, or Technology at tertiary level.  It is also an excellent course for those simply wishing to gain further Mathematics skills at Level 3.

UE Approved: Yes

Recommended Prior Learning

Students should have at least 14 credits from Level 2 Mathematics, including the Level 2 External Achievement Standard, and preferably with at least a Merit endorsement in Level 2 Mathematics. Students who do not meet these requirements can only be admitted to this course with HoD approval.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 13 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 13 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91573 v2
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.1 - Apply the geometry of conic sections in solving problems
3
3
3
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91574 v2
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.2 - Apply linear programming methods in solving problems
3
3
3
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91575 v2
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.3 - Apply trigonometric methods in solving problems
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91587 v2
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.15 - Apply systems of simultaneous equations in solving problems
3
3
3
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 13
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 13

Disclaimer


The courses we offer are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.