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Exploring Numbers and Reasoning (MAST10023)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Dookie)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Overview
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Exploring Numbers and Reasoning is designed for students requiring mathematical skills to provide a foundation for further academic studies. This subject covers basic mathematical and numeracy concepts in the context of academic reasoning and argument. Students will be introduced to a range of mathematical topics including basic calculations, algebra, linear equations, graphs, statistical and financial functions.
The subject will draw on content covered in the other subjects offered as part of the DiGS Extended program to provide practical and real-life examples to utilise and reinforce mathematical concepts presented as part of the subject.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to
- perform calculations involving fractions, decimals and percentages
- understand basic algebra and expand, factorise and collect terms
- solve linear equations, and simultaneous equations
- sketch and interpret straight line graphs, and solving real world problems using linear models
- understand and use exponential and logarithmic functions and problem solving
- understand the core Trigonometric functions – sine cosine and tangent and the ability to solve trigonometric equations.
- conduct basic statistical analysis such as averages (mean median and mode) variance, distribution and probability
- perform basic financial mathematical functions such cost benefit analysis, interest calculation and net present value
- utilise technology to assist in the analysis and application of mathematical and statistical knowledge
Generic skills
- Problem-solving skills: the ability to engage with unfamiliar problems and identify relevant solution strategies
- Analytical skills: the ability to construct and express logical arguments and to work in abstract or general terms to increase the clarity and efficiency of analysis
- Collaborative skills: the ability to work in a team
- Time management skills: the ability to meet regular deadlines while balancing competing commitments
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Six quizzes, 5% each, due fortnightly
| Throughout the semester | 30% |
Practical Computer Based Exercise
| Week 10 | 10% |
Mid Semester test
| Mid semester | 20% |
Examination
| During the examination period | 40% |
Hurdle requirement: 80% attendance and regular participation | N/A |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Mode of delivery On Campus (Dookie) Contact hours 2 hours per week lectures 2 hours per week tutorials/workshops Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 28 February 2022 to 29 May 2022 Last self-enrol date 11 March 2022 Census date 31 March 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 6 May 2022 Assessment period ends 24 June 2022 - Semester 2
Mode of delivery On Campus (Dookie) Contact hours 2 hours per week lectures 2 hours per week tutorials/workshops Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 25 July 2022 to 23 October 2022 Last self-enrol date 5 August 2022 Census date 31 August 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 23 September 2022 Assessment period ends 18 November 2022
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
Last updated: 31 January 2024