Courses & Units
Foundation Mathematics XPD010
Introduction
Foundation Mathematics aims to provide students with knowledge and understanding of mathematical methods that can be applied in any degree stream. Students are encouraged to gain confidence in developing their 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 Provost |
| Discipline | University Pathways |
| Coordinator | Shoshanna Rudov-Clark |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | Third Party(ies): UP Education |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | ||
| Hobart | IPC Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | ||
| Hobart | IPC Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | ||
| Hobart | IPC Semester 3 | On-Campus | International | ||
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPC Semester 2 | 27/6/2022 | 26/7/2022 | 10/8/2022 | 23/9/2022 |
| IPC Semester 3 | 17/10/2022 | 7/11/2022 | 2/12/2022 | 27/1/2023 |
| Summer school (early) | 8/11/2021 | 1/1/2022 | 2/1/2022 | 20/2/2022 |
| Semester 2 | 11/7/2022 | 9/8/2022 | 29/8/2022 | 16/10/2022 |
| IPC Semester 1 | 21/2/2022 | 22/3/2022 | 9/4/2022 | 27/5/2022 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- 1. Develop a level of proficiency in the understanding of fundamental mathematical applications for life, work and future study, and apply numeric reasoning in solving problems that involve, for example, ratios and percentages
- 2. Understand the fundamental principles and applications used in measurement, trigonometry and geometric reasoning, and manipulate and apply algebraic models to practical situations
- 3. Create graphs and equations to model linear data and understand the fundamental principles and applications of probability
- 4. Understand the fundamental concepts of data analysis, and its application for use in a business environment as well as for future study
- 5. Engage in critical discourse
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 091501 | $498.00 | $498.00 | not applicable | $1,729.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Teaching
| Assessment | Number, Algebra and Equations (12%)|Measurement, Geometry and Trigonometry (12%)|Examination (50%)|Linear and Non-Linear Relationships (12%)|Probability and Statistics (9%)|Tutorial Participation/Other Participation (5%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View 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. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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