Stage 1

Mathematics - Essential Mathematics

Course Length:

1 semester

Delivery:

2 semesters (Different content)

SACE Subject Title:

Essential Mathematics

SACE credits:

10 credits

Recommended Background:

Students are placed in Year 11 mathematics classes based on data and pathway

Required Background:

A passing grade in Year 10 pre-Essential Mathematics or recommendation from another pathway

Acceleration Opportunity:

NIL

Pathways:

Stage 2 Physical Education

Course Overview

Stage 1 Essential Mathematics caters for students who may wish to enrol in Stage 2 Essential Mathematics as well as those who may only wish to complete the minimum requirement for NTCET completion.


This year 11 course enables students to build a strong foundation in measurement, geometry and trigonometry, basic statistics and financial mathematics. These topics cover a range of skills and knowledge required in the trades, in everyday life, and for further study in Stage 2 Essential Mathematics. The course follows the SACE Stage 1 Essential Mathematics Subject Outline.


All year 11 students must successfully complete one semester of mathematics. Students who wish to continue to Stage 2 Essential Mathematics must successfully complete both semesters of Stage 1 Essential Mathematics.

Assessment 

  • 1 × Mathematical Folio (Investigation)
  • 3 × Skills and Applications Tasks