Unit Outline

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.

Intended Learning Outcomes

As per the Assessment and Results Policy 1.3, your results will reflect your achievement against specified learning outcomes.

On completion of this unit, you will be able to:


1	Describe the logic and reasoning employed in mathematical problem solving
2	Model and analyse problems using linear and non linear functions
3	Apply geometric reasoning to solve for measurements of simple polygons and compound shapes
4	Employ statistical techniques to collect, represent and describe data

Alterations as a result of student feedback

How will I be Assessed?

For more detailed assessment information please see MyLO.

Assessment schedule


ASSESSMENT TASK #	ASSESSMENT TASK NAME	DATE DUE	WEIGHT	LINKS TO INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
Assessment Task 1:	Algebra and Numbers	Week 4	10 %	LO1, LO2
Assessment Task 2:	Equations, Indices and Logarithms	Week 6	15 %	LO1, LO2
Assessment Task 3:	Measurement, Geometry and Trigonometry	Week 9	10 %	LO1, LO3
Assessment Task 4:	Linear, non linear relationships and probability	Week 12	10 %	LO1, LO4
Assessment Task 5:	Independent learning activities	Refer to Assessment Description	15 %	LO1
Assessment Task 6:	Examination	Exam Period	40 %	LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4

Assessment details

Assessment Task 1: Algebra and Numbers

Task Description:

A restricted open book in-class test requiring the application of theory to solve problems relating to number, algebra and equations.

Task Length:

1.45 hours

Due Date:

Week 4

Weight:

10 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Recall the definition of concepts relating to number, algebra and equations.	LO2
2	Select and apply the correct principles to problems involving algebra and equations.	LO2
3	Plan, execute, and communicate working out in a clear and logical manner	LO1

Assessment Task 2: Equations, Indices and Logarithms

Task Description:

restricted open-book in-class test

Task Length:

1.45 hours

Due Date:

Week 6

Weight:

15 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Interpret the problem statement and identify key information required for solution.	LO2
2	Make connections between algebraic and graphical representations of simple, real life events.	LO2
3	Communicate the problem solving process, including a critique of the calculation results.	LO1

Assessment Task 3: Measurement, Geometry and Trigonometry

Task Description:

Restricted open book test held in class.

Task Length:

1.45 hours

Due Date:

Week 9

Weight:

10 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Recall the definition of concepts relating to geometry and trigonometry	LO3
2	Select and apply the correct principles to solve problems involving geometry and trigonometry	LO3
3	Plan, execute, and communicate working out in a clear and logical manner	LO1

Assessment Task 4: Linear, non linear relationships and probability

Task Description:

In class, restricted open book test.

Task Length:

1.45 hours

Due Date:

Week 12

Weight:

10 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Recall the definition of concepts relating to statistics	LO4
2	Select and apply the correct principles to problems involving statistics	LO4
3	Communicate the logic and reasoning of a worked solutions, including an assessment of the result.	LO1

Assessment Task 5: Independent learning activities

Task Description:

Weekly self-directed learning tasks relating to the topics covered.

Task Length:

2 hours/week

Due Date:

Refer to Assessment Description

Weight:

15 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Contribute to class discussions as required	LO1
2	Display and explain worked solutions to set problems	LO1

Assessment Task 6: Examination

Task Description:

Restricted open book examination.

Task Length:

2 hours

Due Date:

Exam Period

Weight:

40 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Interpret the problem statement and identify the key information and technique to solve problems relating to algebra, linear and non linear functions.	LO2
2	Communicate the logic and reasoning of worked solutions, including an assessment of the result as required.	LO1
3	Interpret the problem statement and identify the key information and technique to solve problems relating to geometry and trigonometry.	LO3
4	Interpret the problem statement and identify the key information and technique to solve problems relating to probability and statistics.	LO4

How your final result is determined

To pass this unit, you need to demonstrate your attainment of each of the Intended Learning Outcomes, achieve a final unit grade of 50% or greater, and pass any hurdle tasks.

Submission of assignments

Where practicable, assignments should be submitted to an assignment submission folder in MYLO. You must submit assignments by the due date or receive a penalty (unless an extension of time has been approved by the Unit Coordinator). Students submitting any assignment in hard copy, or because of a practicum finalisation, must attach a student cover sheet and signed declaration for the submission to be accepted for marking.

Academic integrity

Academic integrity is about acting responsibly, honestly, ethically, and collegially when using, producing, and communicating information with other students and staff members.

In written work, you must correctly reference the work of others to maintain academic integrity. To find out the referencing style for this unit, see the assessment information in the MyLO site, or contact your teaching staff. For more detail about Academic Integrity, see Important Guidelines & Support.

Requests for extensions

If you are unable to submit an assessment task by the due date, you should apply for an extension.

A request for an extension should first be discussed with your Unit Coordinator or teaching support team where possible. A request for an extension must be submitted by the assessment due date, except where you can provide evidence it was not possible to do so. Typically, an application for an extension will be supported by documentary evidence: however, where it is not possible for you to provide evidence please contact your Unit Coordinator.

The Unit Coordinator must notify you of the outcome of an extension request within 3 working days of receiving the request.

Late penalties

Assignments submitted after the deadline will receive a late penalty of 5% of the original available mark for each calendar day (or part day) that the assignment is late. Late submissions will not be accepted more than 10 calendar days after the due date, or after assignments have been returned to other students on a scheduled date, whichever occurs first. Further information on Late Penalties can be found on the Assessments and Results Procedure.

Review of results and appeals

You are entitled to ask for a review of the marking and grading of your assessment task if there is an irregularity in the marking standards or an error in the process for determining the outcome of an assessment. Details on how to request a review of a mark for an assignment are outlined in the Review and Appeal of Academic Decisions Procedure.