Level 3 Calculus
Course Description
Year 13 Calculus
This is a full course of Mathematics which builds on the skills developed in 12MAX, with greater emphasis being placed on the techniques and applications of calculus, mathematical modelling and the development of mathematical reasoning. This course is recommended for students who wish to further their studies in Mathematics, Accounting, Engineering, Physical Sciences, and any field where analysis is an important tool. There will also be optional internal topics available to students.
Course Overview
Term 1
Trigonometry and starting Complex Numbers
Term 2
Complex Numbers and Differentiation
An optional topic taught outside of class will be offered.
Systems of Equations
Term 3
Differentiation and Integration
An optional topic taught outside of class will be offered.
Linear Programming
Term 4
Complete Integration
Entry Requirements
Teacher recommendation and 14 credits in 12MAX including AS 2.6 and AS 2.7. Students not meeting this requirement may be admitted at the discretion of the HOD.
Contributions and Equipment
Workbooks
Nulake IAS Booklets
3.3 Trigonometry
3.5 Complex Numbers
3.6 Differentiation
3.7 Integration
Optional topics covered
3.2 Linear Programming
3.15 Simultaneous Equations
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
Total Credits Available: 27 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 17 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
External
NZQA Info
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
This standard may be part of your individual learning programme after consultation with your teacher.
NZQA Info
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
This standard may be part of your individual learning programme after consultation with your teacher.
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 27
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Disclaimer
Courses are based on student choice, so some courses may not run.