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Foundation Mathematics unit (XPD010)

Location: Hobart

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
DVC - Education
Discipline University Pathways
Coordinator Eunjee Cooper
Available as an elective? No
Delivered By Third Party(ies): UP Education
Level Foundation or Enabling

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart IPC Semester 1 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students
Hobart IPC Semester 2 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students
Hobart IPC Semester 3 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students
  • Key:
  • This unit is available through on-campus delivery On-campus
  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
  • Available to International Students International students
  • Available to Domestic Students Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
IPC Semester 1 23/2/2025 17/3/2025 13/4/2025 29/5/2025
IPC Semester 2 22/6/2025 13/7/2025 6/8/2025 18/9/2025
IPC Semester 3 12/10/2025 3/11/2025 4/12/2025 22/1/2026

* 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 2025 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2025 will be available from the 1st October 2024. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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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

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 $578.00 $578.00 not applicable $2,001.00

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.

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Teaching

AssessmentAlgebra and Numbers (10%)|Linear, non linear relationships and probability (10%)|Measurement, Geometry and Trigonometry (10%)|Equations, Indices and Logarithms (15%)|Independent learning activities (15%)|Examination (40%)
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Textbooks

Required

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

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