12MAS

NCEA Level 2 Mathematics with Statistics

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs F. Warner.

Mathematics and Statistics includes mathematical thinking and statistical procedures, which will extend a student’s abilities to tackle simple modelling and problem-solving situations.  It will be useful for students interested in Education, Business, Physical Education, Psychology, Management or the Social Sciences where Statistics is required as a supporting subject.

This course combines Level 2 Mathematics and Level 2 Statistics standards, catering to students who prefer an integrated approach over focusing solely on Statistics at Level 2. It provides a balanced alternative to the 12MAT course, without the strong Algebra focus of the 12MAT course. 

Students doing 12MAS require competence in the Year 11 mathematical skills, particularly Algebra.

Students taking 12MAS will continue to develop and extend their mathematical reasoning through algebra, geometry and statistics, and also develop new skills in probability, trigonometry and networks. The course is suited to students who prefer the option of more internal assessments, as there is only one external standard.

Comparing 12MAS and 12STAT:

12MAS12STAT
Co-ordinate Geometry (algebra)Simulations
Systems of Equations (algebra)Questionnaires
Statistical ExperimentsStatistical Experiments
Probability MethodsProbability Methods
TrigonometryTrigonometry
NetworksNetworks
Total credits = 16Total credits = 17



Subject Overview

Term 1
Co-ordinate Geometry
Trigonometry

Term 2
Experiments
Systems of Equations

Term 3
Networks
Probability

Term 4
Probability (continued)

Prior Learning

Prerequisite: 

  • consistent performance at Achieved level in Year 11 Mathematics
  • competence in Algebra demonstrated in the Algebra examination in term 3
  • achievement in the end-of-year examination



Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Approximately $30 to cover the cost of Mathematics workbooks
Laptop
Casio FX9860 GIII Graphics Calculator

Please refer to stationery list for stationery requirements.

Pathway

There is a pathway to Level 3 Mathematics and Statistics (13MAS) or Level 3 Statistics and Probability (13STAT).
12MAS does not prepare students for Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus (13MAC).

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.

Total Credits Available: 16
Internal Assessed Credits: 12
External Assessed Credits: 4
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91256 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.1 - Apply co-ordinate geometry methods in solving problems


Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines

Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91259 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.4 - Apply trigonometric relationships in solving problems


Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines

Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91260 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.5 - Apply network methods in solving problems


Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines

Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91265 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.10 - Conduct an experiment to investigate a situation using statistical methods


Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines

Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91267 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.12 - Apply probability methods in solving problems


Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines

Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91269 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 2.14 - Apply systems of equations in solving problems


Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines

Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 16
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 16

Disclaimer

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