Mathematical methodsMathematical Methods focuses on the development of an increasingly complex

and sophisticated understanding of calculus and statistics. Calculus: essential for developing understanding of the physical world through rates of change. Statistics:

used to describe and analyse phenomena involving uncertainty and variation.

Northern Adelaide Senior College | 2 Woodford Road, Elizabeth | (08) 7285 1600 |

Explore, describe, and explain aspects

of the world around them in a mathematical way

Gain a conceptual grasp of calculus, and the ability to

use its techniques in applications

Develop a basic understanding of how and why

statistical decisions are made

Students will have the opportunity mathematically model physical processes, developing a deep understanding of the physical world such as exploring the mathematics behind roller coaster design.

Prerequisite: Stage I > Stage II

SACE Stage II | 20 Credits | Full Year

Assessment:Stage II Skills and Applications Tasks (50%), Mathematical Investigation (20%), Examination

(30%)

Future Pathways:Prepares students for courses and careers in: mathematics, economics, computer sciences, the sciences, health or social sciences. When studied with Specialist Mathematics, this subject can be a pathway to engineering, physical science, and laser physics.

Transferable Skills:Problem Solving: think mathematically by posing questions, solving problems, applying models, and making, testing, and proving conjectures.Learning: thinking abstractly, making and testing conjectures, and explaining processes.Communication: communicate mathematically and present mathematical information in a variety of ways.