Course Title: Work with mathematical techniques

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2022

Course Code: MATH7080

Course Title: Work with mathematical techniques

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.  

To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.  

Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209.  

Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus  

  

Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.  

 

School: 535T Social Care and Health

Campus: City Campus

Program: C3399 - Certificate III in Science

Course Contact: Rauha Quazi

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4277

Course Contact Email: rauha.quazi@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Namrita Kadalbajoo

namrita.kadalbajoo@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 100

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge to work with key mathematical concepts and apply them in a scientific context

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	VU22067 Work with mathematical techniques
Element:	1. Work with whole numbers, fractions, percentages and ratio
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Perform basic functions using whole numbers and directed numbers 1.2 Determine and simplify ratios from information in a practical problem 1.3 Apply ratios to quantities 1.4 Convert between fractions, decimals and percentages 1.5 Perform simple calculations involving fractions, decimals, mixed numbers and percent.
Element:	2. Work with measurement to solve problems
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Identify measurements using the metric system 2.2 Use the metric system of measurement to solve problems 2.3 Identify two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes and their properties 2.4 Calculate perimeters and areas of basic shapes using appropriate and correct units 2.5 Calculate volumes of prisms using appropriate and correct units
Element:	3. Work with Pythagoras' Theorem and trigonometry
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Use Pythagoras’ Theorem to determine unknown sides of right angled triangles 3.2 Use Pythagoras’ Theorem to find unknown lengths and angles in right-angled triangles
Element:	4. Work with basic indices
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Evaluate simple index form expressions 4.2 Apply the first two index laws to simplify simple exponential expressions 4.3 Apply Scientific Notation to large and small decimal numbers 4.4 Perform simple calculations with numbers expressed in Standard Notation
Element:	5. Work with simple equations and formulae
Performance Criteria:	5.1 Substitute given values into simple equations and formulae 5.2 Write equations to solve simple problems 5.3 Transpose simple formulae 5.4 Solve simple linear equations 5.5 Solve simultaneous linear equations
Element:	6. Work with simple line graphs
Performance Criteria:	6.1 Identify parts of a graph 6.2 Plot points and points determined from the general formula y = mx on the Cartesian plane 6.3 Determine the gradient of a straight line 6.4 Determine the equation of a straight line with the general formula y = mx + c, y = a and x = b 6.5 Interpret graphical information 6.6 Draw and make predictions based on a line of best fit
Element:	7.Work with formulae and their graphical representations
Performance Criteria:	7.1 Sketch linear and simple non-linear graphs 7.2 Determine equations for given linear graphs, including lines of best fit
Element:	8.Work with statistical information
Performance Criteria:	8.1 Collect, organise and produce representations of statistical data 8.2 Interpret representations of statistical data 8.3 Calculate measures of central tendency

Learning Outcomes

Details of Learning Activities

Students are expected to participate actively in all learning activities that include:
- discussion and application of mathematical concepts relevant to each topic by attempting class exercises
- discussion and application of the mathematical procedures for solving problems related to each topic
- working independently or in groups in solving problems on exercise and work sheets
- working in groups to solve more challenging problems requiring interpretation and evaluation of results

Teaching Schedule

The classes for this course run 4 hours a week during the semester

2022 Teaching and Assessment schedule for MATH7080

 

Week	Week starting	Topic	Comments
1	4th July	Order of operations, BODMAS, Directed numbers
2	11th July	Rounding of numbers, Significant figures, Fractions and Decimals
3	18th July	Ratios, Percentages
4	25th July	Revision, Practice Quiz
5	1st Aug	Assessment Task 1	Assessment Task 1 Due
6	8th Aug	Conversion, Transposition
7	15th Aug	Work with Basic Indices, Scientific Notation
8	22nd Aug	Intro Graphing linear equations
9	29th Aug	Mid sem break
9	5th Sept	Graphing linear equations, Scatter plot, Line of best fit Simple non-linear graphs and their equations
10	12th Sept	Types of Data, Collecting & Representing Data and Applications
11	19th Sept	Mean, Median, Mode
12	26th Sept	Intro Pythagoras’ Theorem, Assessment Task 2 Due	Assessment Task 2 Due
13	3rd Oct	Pythagoras’ Theorem, Trigonometric Ratios
14	10th Oct	Areas and volume of basic shapes and combined shapes
15	17th Oct	Revision, Assessment Task 3 Due	Assessment Task 3 Due
16	24th Oct	Final Assessment/Resubmissions

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

None(Learning material provided on Canvas)

References

Here are some useful resources to assist with your learning: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/study-support/consultations You are advised to look on Canvas for ongoing updated information.

Other Resources

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through: 
The Learning Lab 
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab 
The Study Support Hub  
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub 

Overview of Assessment

Assessment may include:

• Class Activities
• Assignments
• Tests

Assessment Tasks

To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard.  You will receive feedback from the teacher within given time-frame (usually within two weeks of assessment submission) of each assessment task.

You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates
Assessment Task 1: An online quiz
Assessment Task 2:A workbook to be completed over given time period(refer to Canvas)
Assessment Task 3:A portfolio of activities to be conducted during class and also at home over given time period(refer to Canvas)

To successfully complete the course, you need to achieve a satisfactory result for every assessment.
You will be given two attempts for each assessment to demonstrate the required skills.

A third attempt may only be offered after discussions between the teacher and the Program Coordinator and is not automatic.

Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are: 
CA: Competency Achieved 
NYC: Not Yet Competent 
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment 

Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required

Other Information

Attendance: 
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises.
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully. 
 
Information about your studies: 
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc. 
 https://www.rmit.edu.au/students 
 
Extensions of time for submission of assessable work:
If you are prevented from submitting an assessment on time by circumstances outside your control you may apply for an extension of up to seven (7) calendar days in writing (email) to your Program Coordinator one working day BEFORE the due date. Eligibility criteria for application and the form is available from the link: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration.

Special consideration:
If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to attend on the due date of an assessment (e.g. test, examination, oral, etc.), you may submit an application for special consideration within 5 working days of the due date. If special consideration is granted, you will be given the opportunity to complete/repeat the assessment task at a later date. For advice on this application please visit   Special Consideration Website or speak to your Program Coordinator.
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:  
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy. 
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity 
 
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:  
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification). 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.   
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course. 
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit 
 

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