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Bridging Maths
Undergraduate | TAS-XAB090 | 2022
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 14 weeks
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Bridging Maths
About this subject
Upon completion of this subject, the student should be able to:
- Use conventional mathematical notation and terminology to communicate fundamental algebraic techniques.
- Demonstrate mathematical fluency and proficiency through diverse skills practice.
- Apply appropriate mathematical techniques to interpret equations, tables, graphs, and solve word-based problems in a range of contexts.
- Independently select and carry out relevant mathematical procedures.
- Subject Introduction Review of the Basics
- Directed Numbers and Introduction to algebra
- Linear Algebra
- Linear Graphs
- Linear Modelling
- Quadratic Graphs
- Solving Quadratics by Factorising
- Indices and indicial Equations
- Logarithms & Exponential Growth/Decay
- Sci 1: Trigonometry OR Bus 1: Finance
- Sci 2: Intro to Vectors OR Bus 2: Sets, Seq. & Series
- Interpreting Data
- Introduction to Probability
Bridging Maths explores essential foundation skills and knowledge in mathematics.
This subject is designed to help you to improve your maths skills, build self-confidence, develop logical thinking skills, and encourage good study habits to support independent study.
You will have the opportunity to practice fundamental skills before applying your knowledge to solve problems.
This subject can help you prepare for further study in business and science related courses and is recommended as a starting point for students who have not studied pre-tertiary mathematics in years 11 & 12.
Topics covered include: order of operations, basic algebra, linear/quadratic/exponential equations, graphical methods and modelling, indices and logarithms, sequences and series, trigonometry, and basic statistics.
- Weekly Multiple-Choice Quiz (10%)
- Study Skills (20%)
- Short Answer Assessments (30%)
- Take home exam on MyLO (40%)
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Entry requirements
Part of a degree
To enrol in this subject you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Core
- TAS-USB-DIP-2022 - Diploma of University Studies (Business)
Elective
- TAS-PHA-DIP-2022 - Diploma of Pharmacy Studies
- TAS-UPP-DEG-2022 - University Preparation Program
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
Equivalent full time study load (EFTSL) is one way to calculate your study load. One (1.0) EFTSL is equivalent to a full-time study load for one year.
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Related degrees
Once you’ve completed this subject it can be credited towards one of the following courses
UndergraduateTAS-USB-DIP
UndergraduateTAS-PHA-DIP
UndergraduateTAS-UPP-DEG