| Block 3, 2023 Toowoomba On-campus | |
| Units : | 1 |
| School or Department : | USQ College |
| Grading basis : | Graded |
| Course fee schedule : | /current-students/administration/fees/fee-schedules |
Staffing
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Requisites
Enrolment is not permitted in TPP0180 if TPP7180 has been previously completed
Overview
All students entering tertiary study require an opportunity to master and hence be confident with basic mathematics embedded within their discipline studies. Students undertaking undergraduate degrees that do not specifically recommend mathematics, for example Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Communication and Media, Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of General Studies and Bachelor of Human Services, should be able to interpret the mathematics that they encounter in a wide range of media. This course therefore focuses on building the mathematical literacy of students intending to enrol in such degrees. It also provides foundational material for further studies in the pre-tertiary courses in mathematics.
Using concepts of self-paced instruction and adult learning the course guides students through a carefully sequenced series of topics that develop the mathematical literacy necessary for study in those undergraduate degrees that do not specifically require mathematics. Each module in the course uses applications of mathematical literacy to develop foundational mathematical content. The self-paced structure allows students to work at their own pace within a specified framework, thus developing their confidence with mathematics, mathematical communication, and general problem-solving skills.
Course learning outcomes
On completion of this course students should be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of mathematical topics essential for tertiary study.
- Interpret and solve a range of problems involving mathematical concepts relevant to this course.
- Demonstrate the skills and understanding necessary to extend mathematical knowledge into everyday life and other studies.
- Effectively interpret and communicate mathematics within a range of concepts.
- Demonstrate an ability to manage, and reflect on, their learning of the mathematics in this course.
- To effectively participate and communicate mathematical knowledge and concepts in a culturally diverse environment.
Topics
| Description | Weighting(%) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Comparing numbers – percentages, fractions, ratios, and rates | 30.00 |
| 2. | The power of numbers – power rules, scientific notation, metric system | 30.00 |
| 3. | Representing relationships – formula and introduction to graphs | 30.00 |
| 4. | Problem Solving | 5.00 |
| 5. | Communicating with Mathematics | 5.00 |
Text and materials required to be purchased or accessed
Student workload expectations
To do well in this subject, students are expected to commit approximately 10 hours per week including class contact hours, independent study, and all assessment tasks. If you are undertaking additional activities, which may include placements and residential schools, the weekly workload hours may vary.
Assessment details
| Description | Group Assessment |
Weighting (%) | Course learning outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quiz 1 | No | 10 | 1,2,3,4,5 |
| Problem Solving | No | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5 |
| Quiz 2 | No | 50 | 1,2,3,4,5 |