Foundation Mathematics 2 (10133.1)

Please note these are the 2023 details for this unit
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Foundation Mathematics 2
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
View teaching periods On-campus
 UC College, Bruce, ACT
EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
University Of Canberra College Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit Band 1 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 1 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
Following from Foundation Mathematics 1, students cover further topics and applications in the areas of
- Algebra and Modelling
- Linear and non Linear Equations and Graphs
- Measurement
- Financial Mathematics
- Statistics
- Probability

Learning outcomes

On successfully completing this unit students will be able to:
1. Understand and apply mathematical and statistical concepts in a diverse context at a level suitable to enter tertiary studies;
2. Communicate mathematical and statistical ideas confidently in order to solve problems at a pre-tertiary level in general; and
3. Use concepts and apply techniques to solve problems specifically in the areas of algebra and modelling, linear and non-linear equations and graphs, measurement, financial mathematics, statistics, and probability.


Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas


Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

Enrolment in 100CC University of Canberra International Foundation Studies.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

None.

Assumed knowledge

None.
Availability for enrolment in 2026 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
2025 UC College, Bruce, ACT UC College Trimester 2 26 May 2025 On-campus Ms Carol Drew
2025 UC College, Bruce, ACT UC College Trimester 3 15 September 2025 On-campus Ms Carol Drew
2026 UC College, Bruce, ACT UC College Trimester 2 29 June 2026 On-campus Ms Carol Drew
2026 UC College, Bruce, ACT UC College Trimester 3 26 October 2026 On-campus Ms Carol Drew
Not available

Required texts

Recommended Textbook:

No textbook is required.

All of the unit topics have been written by Ray Hogan.

The unit content will be posted on CANVAS site.  

Submission of assessment items

Special assessment requirements

To satisfactorily complete this unit, students must:

  • attempt ALL assessment tasks, and
  • achieve 50% overall, and

Upon meeting these requirements students will be awarded one of the following grade:

High Distinction - HD - (85 - 100)

Distinction - DI       -     (75 - 84)

Credit - CR          -        (65 - 74)

Pass - P                        (50 - 64)

In the event that the student receives a FAIL grade (below 50), one of the following may be used in the final grading:

               NX –      Fail result based on failure to reach a pass grade in the unit having completed all assessment.

               NC -       Fail result based on failure to complete one or more of the assessment requirements.    

               NN -       Fail result based on non-participation.

Others include:

               WH -      Withheld result

Additional information for assessment:

 Teacher will keep a record of your attendance in class and completion of homework every week. Regular attendance is key to achieving strong results in the continuous assessments.

Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at UC. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.

Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.

UC students have to complete the Academic Integrity Module annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).

UC uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.

Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.

Participation requirements

For International Foundation Program students, attendance in classes is compulsory in accordance with visa conditions. Attendance in classes is recorded. If your attendance is below 80%, the UC College Student Services team will be notified and there may be visa implication due to your absence in classes

There are five hours of lectures, tutorials and workshops per week in the thirteen weeks of the term with a one week break in week 8. Outside those hours, you may also make appointments with academic staff to discuss your progress and to seek guidance on questions that are of concern to you. Students should keep a set of study notes from the lectures and tutorials, in order to be able to revise for tests and exam.  

Required IT skills

Students are required to be able to use their own devices or university computers to log into course website to access the course material.

In-unit costs

Students will require to have access to a scientific calculator, for example, Casio fx-82AU PLUS II (or similar). 

Students should also have a ruler marked in cm & mm.

Students should have a protractor.

Students will need graph paper, or have the ability to print a pdf file of graph paper. 

Work placement, internships or practicums

None.