2STEM

2 Maths for STEM

Course Description

Learning Area Leader: Mrs M. Darroch.

This comprehensive course equips students with the necessary tools to tackle complex mathematical problems and prepares them for higher-level math courses and future academic pursuits.


Skills/content you will cover in this course 

  • Advanced algebraic concepts, including polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and rational functions, as well as systems of equations

  • Develop skills in algebraic manipulation, equation solving, and mathematical modeling

  • The graphical methods component focuses on the analysis and interpretation of various functions graphically, including linear, quadratic, exponential, and trigonometric functions.


Skills you need to be successful in this course - Level 1 Trigonometry (part of 1.2), Level 1 Algebra (1.4) - strong foundation.

This course is useful for or will lead to - 3STEM, 3CALC, anyone aiming for STEM courses/career at Uni level.

Recommended Prior Learning

1MATH or 1STEM

Additional Course Specific Contributions & Equipment/Stationery

Math e-learning lesson & homework tool (Dr Fost) to assist and reinforce lessons. ($10 per subscription)

Specific items required for this course additional to the senior stationery list include
1 x Casio Graphics Calculator (Casio FX9860GII)
1 x A4 Display Book Insert Cover 40 Pocket Blue
2 x 1J8 A4 Exercise Book 5mm Quad 36 Leaves
NuLake Mathematics EAS 2.7 Calculus Methods Level 2 Year 12
NuLake Mathematics EAS 2.6 Algebra Level 2 Year 12

Pathway

Career Pathways

Credit Information

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

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 19
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 9
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91257 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.2 - Apply graphical methods in solving problems


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91261 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.6 - Apply algebraic methods in solving problems


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91262 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.7 - Apply calculus methods in solving problems


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91269 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.14 - Apply systems of equations in solving problems


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
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
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 19
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 19

Disclaimer

Please note that course assessment and costs/equipment may change.