Unit of Study MATH1001 Foundation Mathematics (2024)
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Unit type
UG Coursework Unit
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Credit points
12
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Placement
No
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Anti-requisites
Cannot be taken if already completed or enrolling in MATH1003 - Quantitative Methods with Economics
Learning outcomes
Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.
On completion of this unit, students should be able to:
Analyse a variety of mathematical problems and identify appropriate approaches to find a solution.
Apply a range of mathematical concepts, techniques and digital technologies to solve a variety of real-world mathematical problems.
Effectively communicate mathematical concepts, thinking, and solutions at different levels of formality using verbal, written, and graphical forms of communication.
Prescribed learning resources
- This free textbook can be accessed through the following link: https://scu.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/permalink/61SCU_INST/hir31i/alma991012859199902368: Marecek, L & Anthony-Smith, M, 2020, Intermediate algebra, 2nd, OpenStax College, Rice University, Houston, Texas.
- Blackboard CollaborateYour unit assessor will use Blackboard Collaborate in this unit, which is like an online virtual classroom. You can find out more by clicking the ‘Blackboard Collaborate Help’ button within your MySCU unit, or go to: www.scu.edu.au/collaborate.
A non-programmable scientific calculator.
Access to Microsoft Excel, or similar spreadsheet package. As an SCU student you can download Microsoft Office for free if you do not have the software. For more information please follow this link https://spark.scu.edu.au/kb/ts/help-with-general-software-systems/microsoft-office/how-to-download-microsoft-office
- This free textbook can be accessed through the following link: https://scu.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/permalink/61SCU_INST/hir31i/alma991012859199902368: Marecek, L & Anthony-Smith, M, 2020, Intermediate algebra, 2nd, OpenStax College, Rice University, Houston, Texas.
- Blackboard CollaborateYour unit assessor will use Blackboard Collaborate in this unit, which is like an online virtual classroom. You can find out more by clicking the ‘Blackboard Collaborate Help’ button within your MySCU unit, or go to: www.scu.edu.au/collaborate.
A non-programmable scientific calculator.
Access to Microsoft Excel, or similar spreadsheet package. As an SCU student you can download Microsoft Office for free if you do not have the software. For more information please follow this link https://spark.scu.edu.au/kb/ts/help-with-general-software-systems/microsoft-office/how-to-download-microsoft-office
- This free textbook can be accessed through the following link: https://scu.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/permalink/61SCU_INST/hir31i/alma991012859199902368: Marecek, L & Anthony-Smith, M, 2020, Intermediate algebra, 2nd, OpenStax College, Rice University, Houston, Texas.
- Blackboard CollaborateYour unit assessor will use Blackboard Collaborate in this unit, which is like an online virtual classroom. You can find out more by clicking the ‘Blackboard Collaborate Help’ button within your MySCU unit, or go to: www.scu.edu.au/collaborate.
A non-programmable scientific calculator.
Access to Microsoft Excel, or similar spreadsheet package. As an SCU student you can download Microsoft Office for free if you do not have the software. For more information please follow this link https://spark.scu.edu.au/kb/ts/help-with-general-software-systems/microsoft-office/how-to-download-microsoft-office
- This free textbook can be accessed through the following link: https://scu.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/permalink/61SCU_INST/hir31i/alma991012859199902368: Marecek, L & Anthony-Smith, M, 2020, Intermediate algebra, 2nd, OpenStax College, Rice University, Houston, Texas.
- Blackboard CollaborateYour unit assessor will use Blackboard Collaborate in this unit, which is like an online virtual classroom. You can find out more by clicking the ‘Blackboard Collaborate Help’ button within your MySCU unit, or go to: www.scu.edu.au/collaborate.
A non-programmable scientific calculator.
Access to Microsoft Excel, or similar spreadsheet package. As an SCU student you can download Microsoft Office for free if you do not have the software. For more information please follow this link https://spark.scu.edu.au/kb/ts/help-with-general-software-systems/microsoft-office/how-to-download-microsoft-office
Prescribed Learning Resources may change in future Teaching Periods.
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