Mathematics C
The course aims to show students how the pure Mathematics learnt in Mathematics C may be applied to some real life situations. This is illustrated particularly in the areas of matrices, vectors, mechanics, some parts of complex numbers and in further applications of calculus. As well as encouraging students to think independently and logically, the course aims to develop in them a capacity to model actual situations and to deduce tentative results from the model.
TOPICS
- Introduction to Groups
- Real and Complex Number Systems
- Matrices and Applications
- Vectors and Applications
- Calculus
- Structures and Patterns
- Conics
- Introductory Modelling with Probability
PREREQUISITE SUBJECT
Students must obtain mathematics a high “B” or an “A” in Year 10 Mathematics. To take Mathematics C, a student must take the companion subject Mathematics B as well. Students should also be aware that, although students taking Mathematics C need not take Physics (and vice versa), there is some overlap in subject matter in these two subjects.
Because of the sequential building block nature of mathematics, students cannot afford to get behind in this subject. Homework must be done every night to achieve success.
ASSESSMENT
Written examinations at mid and end of semester
1 assignment in each semester
Queensland Certificate of Education - 4 points
