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Dealing with Numbers

Undergraduate | SWI-MTH10002 | 2018

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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.

Study method
100% online
Assessments
Subject may require attendance
Entry requirements
No ATAR needed,
No prior study
Duration
13 weeks

HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP available

Dealing with Numbers

About this subject

  • Students who successfully complete this subject will be able to:

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

Entry requirements

No entry requirements

Equivalent subjects

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

  • SWI-SSK17 (Not currently available)

Study load

0.125 EFTSL
This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.

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