3 Dive in the Data (3DIVE) 83
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs S. Sharma
This course uses statistics to analyse situations, make predictions and draw conclusions. It is helpful for anyone wanting a career in Economics, Farm Management, Data analyst, Investment, Political Scientist, Scientist or Researcher.
Recommended Prior Learning
Learners should have studied Level 2 Statistics - Network, Make it Count. Learners need knowledge of the PPDAC cycle. Understanding of different ways to present data.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Voluntary Course Contribution
Annual E-learning lesson & homework tool (IXL) to assist and reinforce lessons at a cost of $25.00.
Possible Field Trip opportunity to deepen and reinforce learning at an approximate cost of between $15 to $35 covering travel expenses and entry fee. * to be confirmed during the course depending on available exhibitions and events and added to statements as they occur.
Optional Items - Recommended for home purchase and use
Dedicated learner laptop (Chrome book suitable) with learners own headset recommended.
Theory workbooks. Depending on the course and learner level, learners may be required to purchase a theory workbook to assist and reinforce lessons. Subject to the course and level coursebooks can be provided at a subsidised cost of approx. $10 to $35.
Those choosing to complete an External Exam are encouraged to purchase a revision coursebook for home via the school at a cost of $10.00.
See the Senior Stationery list on our My School Office Max Portal.
Mathematics specific items included in the general stationery list include
1 x Casio FX82AU Plus II 2 Scientific Calculator Black * Graphical Calculator an advantage
1 x Taurus Plastic Ruler 15cm Clear
Pens, Pencils and Pencil Case.
Specific items required for this course additional to the senior stationery list include
1 x A4 Display Book Insert Cover 40 Pocket Blue
2 x 1J8 A4 Exercise Book 5mm Quad 36 Leaves
To keep costs low, we recommend only buying the items of stationery you do not have. Your child is welcome to bring items from home, perhaps purchased in previous years and repurposed to save money. This could include erasers, headphones, scientific calculators and padlocks for the lockers if they already have one.
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
External
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Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 20
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
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