Undergraduate SWI-MTH10002-2018

Dealing with Numbers

Divide your studies between formulae and basic algebra. Deal with percentages and fractions. Interpret results from tables, graphs and charts. Count on this subject to develop basic quantitative skills that you can build on throughout your studies.

Duration

13 weeks

Student rating

N/A

Study method

100% online

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Assessments

Subjects may require attendance

Prior study

Not required

Study terms

27 Aug 2018

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2018

Subject details

What you'll learn

Students who successfully complete this subject will be able to:

Interpret the numerical information you meet in everyday life
Complete basic mathematical computations
Use mathematical formulae in context
Produce and interpret graphical representations of data
Produce and interpret tabular representations of data
Interpret fundamental statistical analyses and write concise reports of the findings.

Topics covered

Topics
- Percentages, proportions and fractions
- Comparing values, percentage change and risk
- Negative numbers & number lines
- Dealing with mathematical expressions
- Basic Algebra
- Summation notation
- Graphical representations of data
- Producing and interpreting tables
Study resources
- Instructional Methods
  - Disscusion forum/Discussion Board
  - Embedded Multimedia
  - Online Quizzes/Tests
  - Online assignment submission
  - Web links
- Print Materials
  - Welcome letter
- Online Materials
  - Printable format materials

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

Equivalent Subjects

You cannot enrol in this unit if you have successfully completed any of the following subject(s) because they are considered academically equivalent:

SWI-SSK17

Special requirements

No special requirements

Description

The subject provides students with basic quantitative skills. It also provides students with the skills necessary to critically interpret the types of graphs and statistics that are common in everyday life, for example in media reports.

Please note: assessment values are indicative only, details will be advised at the start of the subject.

Assessments

Assignment (40%)
Test — 10 Online (20%)
Invigilated Exam (40%)

Textbooks

Textbooks are subject to change within the academic year. Students are advised to purchase their books no earlier than one to two months before the start of a subject.

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