L3 Calculus
Course Description
Teacher in Charge:
NCEA Level 3 Calculus (3CAL)
Students will develop the ability to think creatively, critically, strategically, and logically. They will learn to structure and to organise, to carry out procedures flexibly and accurately, to process and communicate information, and to enjoy intellectual challenge.
This course covers equations and expressions, and calculus strands of level 8 in the mathematics curriculum. Students must have taken Level 2 Calculus in order to enter this course.
This is a UE approved course, leading to mathematics-rich subjects at university including engineering.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
ChromeBook or laptop, Casio Graphing Calculator Casio FX 9750 Gii, 1E5 math books
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.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
Total Credits Available: 21 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 17 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
External
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 21
At least 14 Achieved credits are required in an approved subject for the subject to count as an approved University Entrance subject.
Disclaimer
IMPORTANT: Selection of a course does not guarantee entry into the course. Courses may not run due to low numbers, and timetable clashes may occur. Entry into a course may depend on prior performance in the subject area at the Dean and/or Head of Faculty's discretion. In any of the above listed situations, the student will be consulted about alternative courses during the course confirmation process.