Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus 2025
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Lara Bramsen.
This course caters for students who will need a strong mathematical background in preparation for tertiary study in areas such as mathematics, physics, engineering or economics. It also caters for students who have enjoyed studying the algebra and calculus topics in Level 2 and would like to continue studying these. Students entering this course will have sound algebraic skills and a keen interest in Mathematics. Approximately half the course comprises differential and integral calculus. The remaining topics include algebra, simultaneous equations, linear programming and trigonometry.
It is strongly recommended you have a Graphics Calculator fx-9750GII or fx-9860GIII
View Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus video here
Recommended Prior Learning
Level 2 Mathematics, or at the discretion of the Head of Department for Mathematics.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
It is strongly recommended you have a Graphics Calculator fx-9750GII or fx-9860GIII
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.
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NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.2 - Apply linear programming methods in solving problems
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.5 - Apply the algebra of complex numbers in solving problems
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.6 - Apply differentiation methods in solving problems
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.7 - Apply integration methods in solving problems
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.15 - Apply systems of simultaneous equations in solving problems
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 23
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.
Course Videos
Disclaimer
- Availability of all courses is subject to student numbers and staffing
- Some courses will not be available if numbers are too small
- Some classes may be combined by Year level (e.g. Year 11 and 12 in one class) if numbers do not make separate classes viable
- It may not be possible to accommodate all choices and combinations of subjects
- Parents/Caregivers and students need to satisfy themselves that a chosen course meets the student’s goals for the following year and beyond