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Exploring Numbers and Reasoning (MAST10023)

Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Dookie)

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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: 16 May 2023

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: 16 May 2023

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Six quizzes, 5% each, due fortnightly

  • 900 words (total)
Throughout the semester30%

Practical Computer Based Exercise

  • 500 words (equivalent)
Week 1010%

Mid Semester test

  • 1 hours
Mid semester20%

Examination

  • 2 hours
During the examination period40%
Hurdle requirement: 80% attendance and regular participationN/A

Last updated: 16 May 2023

Dates & times

  • Semester 1
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Dookie)
    Contact hours2 hours per week lectures 2 hours per week tutorials/workshops
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period27 February 2023 to 28 May 2023
    Last self-enrol date10 March 2023
    Census date31 March 2023
    Last date to withdraw without fail 5 May 2023
    Assessment period ends23 June 2023

What do these dates mean

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  • Your tuition fees, academic transcript and statements.
  • And for Commonwealth Supported students, your:
    - Student Learning Entitlement. This applies to all students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
    - Completion rate. Students who started their course from 2022 and are in a CSP or receiving a HELP Loan (eg FEE-HELP) must meet the completion rate to continue to receive Commonwealth Support for that course.

Subjects withdrawn after the census date (including up to the ‘last day to withdraw without fail’) count toward the Student Learning Entitlement, and as a fail toward the completion rate, unless there are approved ‘special circumstances’.

Last updated: 16 May 2023

Further information

  • Texts

    Prescribed texts

    There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.

Last updated: 16 May 2023