Units

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Sample subject outline - 13 Week Teaching Period - 1 2013

Note: Subject outlines often change before the semester begins. Below is a sample outline.

Rationale

To be an effective professional in a wide range of areas, including Engineering, Science, Information Technology, Health, and Business, an appropriate level of mathematical competence is essential. In our own personal lives a basic knowledge of topics such as statistics, probability, measurement and financial maths is also beneficial.

Aims

This unit aims to give students a basic knowledge and the fundamental applications of algebra and trigonometry as well as an intermediate knowledge and understanding of the concepts involved in statistics and financial mathematics which will equip them well for their further studies at faculty level. This unit also aims to further develop the student's ability to apply these concepts in solving problems.

Objectives

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate an intermediate knowledge and understanding of algebra, trigonometry, statistics, probability and financial maths. (FGC2)
   
   
2. Demonstrate a level of competence in the application of learned skills and procedures within the topics of algebra, trigonometry, statistics, probability and financial maths. (FGC2, 3)
   
   
3. Demonstrate some ability in problem solving and modelling by applying your knowledge and skills to unfamiliar situations. (FGC4)
   
   
4. Communicate clearly and appropriately within a mathematical context through the correct use of symbols, notation and terminology. (FGC1)

Key: Foundation Graduate Capabilities
FGC 1: Effective communication in a variety of contexts and modes
FGC 2: Knowledge pertinent to a range of subject areas
FGC 3: Skills appropriate to a range of subject areas at the level of entry to the degree
FGC 4: Critical, creative and analytical thinking and effective problem solving for academic and real world contexts
FGC 5: The ability to work independently and collaboratively
FGC 6: Social and ethical responsibility

Completion of this unit will also contribute to the ongoing development of generic capabilities such as general problem solving skills and effective communication.

Content

Weekly Topics

Week 1

Statistics

Week 2 and 3

Normal Distribution

Week 4

Normal Distribution continued

Class Test 1

Week 5

Binomial Probability

Week 6 and 7

Algebra

Linear Equations

Quadratic Equations

Week 8

Trigonometry

Class Test 2

Week 9

Correlation and Regression

Weeks 10-12

Financial Maths

Week 13

Revision

Week 14

Final Exam

Approaches to Teaching and Learning

The subject consists of five (5) hours of class contact per week. Students are expected to attend all classes. In class, course content will be introduced and associated skills will be demonstrated using a variety of learning scenarios. Students will be given opportunities to try problems and gain individual assistance. Students are expected to study the textbook and handouts, and complete all set exercises at home or in class.

Late Assignment Policy
Students will be penalised for the submission of late assignments. Refer to the Foundation Course Guide for details.

Review of Grades or Academic Rulings
For rules on how to apply for a review of grade, refer to the Foundation Course Guide.

Consultation
The teacher will be available for consultation from Week 2. Times will be advised in class and will also be displayed in a schedule at Reception.

Exam Timetable
The exam timetable will be displayed on the Noticeboard on Level 3 by Week 11.

Assessment

The following unit criteria are assessed:

1. Knowledge and Procedures
   
2. Modelling and Problem Solving

Types of Assessment
In this unit, you will be assessed through formative and summative assessment.
Formative Assessment:
Formative assessment items are used to provide feedback to students to assist with their progress and do not count towards final marks.
Summative Assessment:
Summative assessment items count towards the final grade for this subject.

This unit may require students to submit their assessment items through SafeAssign.
Please refer to the Week 1 document for this unit.

Assessment name: Class Test 1
Description: Formative
Relates to objectives: 1,2,3,4
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Week 4

Assessment name: Class Test 2
Description: Summative
Relates to objectives: 1,2,3,4
Weight: 20%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Week 8

Assessment name: Assignment
Description: Summative
Relates to objectives: 3,4
Weight: 40%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Week 11

Assessment name: Final Exam
Description: Summative
Relates to objectives: 1,2,3,4
Weight: 40%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Exam Period

Academic Honesty

QUT is committed to maintaining high academic standards to protect the value of its qualifications. To assist you in assuring the academic integrity of your assessment you are encouraged to make use of the support materials and services available to help you consider and check your assessment items. Important information about the university's approach to academic integrity of assessment is on your unit Blackboard site.

A breach of academic integrity is regarded as Student Misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties.

Resource materials

Texts

1. Croucher, J.S. Introductory Mathematics & Statistics. 6th ed. Sydney: McGraw Hill.

Risk assessment statement

There are no out-of-the ordinary risks associated with this unit.

Disclaimer - Offer of some units is subject to viability, and information in these Unit Outlines is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.

Last modified: 14-Mar-2013