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Foundation Mathematics unit (XPD010)

Self-enrolment is not available. Enrolment will occur only after attending an orientation session to ensure that you are taking the correct units to fulfill your pathway requirements.

Introduction

Foundation Mathematics aims to provide you with knowledge and understanding of mathematical methods that can be applied in any degree stream. You are encouraged to gain confidence in developing your language around expressing mathematical ideas in a real-world context.

Summary

Unit name Foundation Mathematics
Unit code XPD010
Credit points 12.5
College/School Academic Division
Learning Teaching Performance
Discipline University Pathways
Coordinator Eunjee Cooper
Available as an elective? No
Delivered By Third Party(ies): UP Education
Level Foundation or Enabling

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

  • Describe the logic and reasoning employed in mathematical problem solving
  • Model and analyse problems using linear and non linear functions
  • Apply geometric reasoning to solve for measurements of simple polygons and compound shapes
  • Employ statistical techniques to collect, represent and describe data

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

5 hours/week on-campus classes and 2 hours/week moderated online independent learning activities, over 13 teaching weeks

AssessmentAlgebra and Numbers (10%)|Linear, non linear relationships and probability (10%)|Measurement, Geometry and Trigonometry (10%)|Independent learning activities (15%)|Indices, Logarithms and Equations (15%)|Examination (40%)
TimetableView the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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