CST7001 Mathematics for Living

Contents

• Staffing
• Rationale
• Synopsis
• Objectives
• Topics
• Reference materials
• Student workload
• Assessment details
• Assessment notes
• Other requirements
• Production date
• PDF version

STAFFING

RATIONALE

Students entering tertiary study require an opportunity to master and become confident with mathematics. This course will attempt to provide students with mathematical competencies and improve capabilities for tertiary studies within a broad spectrum of undergraduate degrees. Hence, the course will equip students with a broad mathematical background to assist with further tertiary studies.

SYNOPSIS

Using concepts of self-paced instruction, the course aims to give the student a carefully sequenced series of topics, which will provide the foundation for mathematics that will be encountered in tertiary studies detailed above. The self-paced structure allows students to work at their own pace developing confidence with effective and efficient mathematical problem solving skills. In addition, content of selective modules is a culturally relevant way to represent and portray an Indigenous perspective of how mathematical forms are used within their communities, families, language, culture and traditional practices. Hence, Indigenous students will feel comfortable and will relate to the appropriate use of mathematical language and understanding of mathematical processes and concepts from an Indigenous and non-Indigenous view. As a result, this will ensure that students become successful and maintain interest within the arena of mathematics.

OBJECTIVES

On successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

1.

identify both Indigenous and non- Indigenous forms of communication for mathematical purposes;

2.

develop competencies in national numeracy skills;

3.

develop mathematical skills, which facilitate smooth progression within their chosen degree course;

4.

nterpret, solve and communicate a range of problems involving mathematical concepts relevant to this course; and

5.

demonstrate the skills necessary to extend mathematical knowledge into everyday life and other studies.

TOPICS

TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).

REFERENCE MATERIALS

Reference materials are materials that, if accessed by students, may improve their knowledge and understanding of the material in the course and enrich their learning experience.

Scientific Calculator Casio FX 82TL or a higher model

de Klerk, Judith 1999, Illustrated maths dictionary for Australian students, 3rd edn,

OPACS 2001, Mastering the calculator, USQ, Toowoomba.
(This text is available for purchase from the Centre for Australian Indigenous Knowledges.)

STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS

ASSESSMENT DETAILS

NOTES

1.

Residential School 2 (12-16 October)

ASSESSMENT NOTES

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

1. To be assured of a passing grade in this course, students will be required to obtain at least 50% for the assignments in aggregate; at lease 50% in the final examination; and an overall mark of at least 50%.
2. Attendance and participation in residential schools is required to meet all course objectives and assessment.

This version produced 11 Dec 2009.