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Introduction and Aims
Enable students to:
- Develop their mathematical knowledge and skills in a way which encourages confidence and provides satisfaction and enjoyment;
- Develop an understanding of mathematical principles and an appreciation of mathematics as a logical, coherent subject;
- Acquire a range of mathematical skills, particularly those which will enable them to use applications of mathematics in the context of everyday situations and of other subjects they may be studying;
- Develop the ability to analyse problems logically, recognise when and how a situation may be represented mathematically, identify and interpret relevant factors and, where necessary, select an appropriate mathematical method to solve problems;
- Use mathematics as a means of communication with emphasis on the use of clear expression;
Term 1
Core C3
- Algebra
- Logarithmic/exponential functions
- Numerical solutions
- Trigonometry
- Differentiation
One Application unit either
- Mechanics M1
- Forces and equilibrium
- Kinematics of motion in a straight line
- or Statistics S1: Methods for summarising data
- or Decision D1: Algorithms Graphs Trees and Paths
Term 2
Core C4
- Partial fractions
- Coordinate geometry
- Binomial expansioin
- Differentiation
- Vectors
- Mechanics M1
- Newtons laws of motion
- Energy, work and power
- or Statistics: Correlation Regression Discrete random variables and the Normal distribution
- or Decision D1: Matching Linear Programming and Critical path analysis
Term 3
Core 4
- Integration
- Past papers
- Individual learing programs
Assessment Information
Students will be continually assessed and support given when needed. Formal assessment will be in January C3 and in June C4 plus Application unit.
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