Unit Outline

This introductory mathematics unit provides you with a foundational understanding of key algebraic and graphical concepts. You will learn to communicate mathematically using appropriate notation and language, enabling you to interpret linear and non-linear relationships presented in equations, tables, and graphs. You will also develop skills in solving various types of mathematical problems and applying algebraic techniques to model real-world scenarios. Topics explored in this unit include order of operations, fundamental algebra, linear/quadratic/exponential equations, graphical methods and modelling, introductory trigonometry and vectors, indices and logarithms. This unit can help you prepare for further study in business and science-related courses and is recommended for students who have not studied pre-tertiary mathematics in Years 11 & 12.

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	Communicate mathematical concepts using standard notation, language, and reasoning.
2	Interpret mathematical relationships using equations, tables, and graphs.
3	Solve mathematical problems involving linear, quadratic, exponential, and trigonometric equations.
4	Apply algebraic and graphical techniques to model and analyse real-world scenarios.

Alterations as a result of student feedback

Not applicable

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:	Skills Practice Quizzes	See the MyLO site for the due date	10 %	LO1, LO2
Assessment Task 2:	Written Assignments: Algebra Fundamentals	See the MyLO site for the due date	20 %	LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4
Assessment Task 3:	Written Assignments: Non-Linear Algebra	See the MyLO site for the due date	30 %	LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4
Assessment Task 4:	Final Exam/Online Test	Exam Period	40 %	LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4

Assessment details

Assessment Task 1: Skills Practice Quizzes

Task Description:

Quizzes are released and due weekly. Each weekly quiz contains 5 short-answer questions, and you will have unlimited attempts during the quiz availability period.

See the Assessment Information Folder in MyLO Content for further details.

Task Length:

5 multiple-choice questions per week (unlimited attempts)

Due Date:

See the MyLO site for the due date

Weight:

10 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Use mathematical notation and symbols to represent fundamental arithmetic and algebraic concepts. (CR1.1)	LO1
2	Interpret and use equations, tables, and graphs to draw valid conclusions (CR2.1)	LO2

Assessment Task 2: Written Assignments: Algebra Fundamentals

Task Description:

There are 2 written assignments due in weeks 3 & 6. Each written assignment will include 10 multi-part short-answer exam-style questions to allow you to practice your skills and get feedback from your teacher in preparation for the end-of-semester exam.

For each Written Assignment, you need to download/print the assignment, hand-write your answers in the spaces provided, and upload a single PDF file of your work to MyLO.

See the Assessment Information Folder in MyLO Content for further details.

Task Length:

10 multi-part short answer questions per assignment (20 in total).

Due Date:

See the MyLO site for the due date

Weight:

20 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Use mathematical notation and symbols to represent fundamental arithmetic and algebraic concepts. (CR1.1)	LO1
2	Interpret equations, tables, graphs, and basic statistical methods to identify properties of linear relationships. (CR 2.1)	LO2
3	Solve linear equations. (CR 3.1)	LO3
4	Formulate linear equations to model and analyse scenarios. (CR 4.1)	LO4

Assessment Task 3: Written Assignments: Non-Linear Algebra

Task Description:

There are 2 written assignments due in weeks 9 & 12. Each written assignment will include 10 short-answer exam-style questions to allow you to practice your skills and get feedback from your teacher in preparation for the end-of-semester exam. For each Written Assignment you need to download/print the assignment, hand-write your answers in the spaces provided, and upload a single PDF file of your work to MyLO.

See the Assessment Information Folder in MyLO Content for further details.

Task Length:

10 multi-part short answer questions per assignment (20 in total).

Due Date:

See the MyLO site for the due date

Weight:

30 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Use mathematical notation and symbols to represent fundamental arithmetic and algebraic concepts. (CR1.1)	LO1
2	Interpret equations, tables, graphs, and basic statistical methods to identify properties of non-linear relationships. (CR2.2)	LO2
3	Solve quadratic, exponential, and trigonometric equations. (CR 3.2)	LO3
4	Formulate quadratic, exponential, and trigonometric equations to model and analyse scenarios. (CR 4.2)	LO4

Assessment Task 4: Final Exam/Online Test

Task Description:

The exam is an open-book online test completed during the Exam Period.

The exam will consist of 15 multi-part short-answer questions to assess all topics covered in Modules 1-12. Exams are timetabled by the Exams Office, and you are expected to make yourself available at the allocated time which will be released to you in eStudent towards the end of semester.

The online exam process has a 4-hour overall time limit (adjusted if you have a Learning Access Plan) - on the day you will need to organise yourself so that you can download/print the exam from MyLO, complete all the questions showing your working out in your own handwriting, and upload your completed exam to the MyLO Assignments. Zoom/phone support will be available at the start and end of the Exam for students who encounter technical difficulties.

See the Assessment Information Folder in MyLO Content for further details.

Task Length:

15 multi-part short answer questions (3 hours writing time + 1 hour reading/admin. time).

Due Date:

Exam Period

Weight:

40 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Use mathematical notation and symbols to represent fundamental arithmetic and algebraic concepts. (CR1.1)	LO1
2	Interpret equations, tables, graphs, and basic statistical methods to identify properties of linear and non-linear relationships. (CR2.3)	LO2
3	Solve mathematical problems involving linear, quadratic, exponential, and trigonometric equations. (CR3.3)	LO3
4	Formulate equations and apply algebraic techniques to model and analyse given scenarios. (CR 4.3)	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.

Academic progress review

The results for this unit may be included in a review of your academic progress. For information about progress reviews and what they mean for all students, see Academic Progress Review in the Student Portal.

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.

Required Resources

Required reading materials

All required readings are available online and accessed via the online content and activities through MyLO.