Mathematics Extension Studies (9884.2)
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
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| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Science And Technology |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Academic Program Area - Technology | Level 4 - Undergraduate Advanced Unit | Band 1 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 1 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Develop the habit of life-long learning;
2. Formulate and carry out a plan for independent study and research;
3. Apply mathematical ideas to the student?s other studies or interests; and
4. Interpret and assess the real-life implications of these applications.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
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
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
Skills development
In order to enrol in this unit, you will need an appropriate project and supervisor. Please discuss this with the unit convenor, or another member of the Mathematics and Statistics Program, as early as possible.
Education Accreditation: AITSL and TQI Graduate Standards for Teachers
2.1 Content and teaching strategies of the teaching area - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the
concepts, substance and structure of the content and teaching strategies of the teaching area
Prerequisites
6543 Mathematical Structures;8110 Linear Algebra;
8103 Mathematical Modelling; AND 1 of the following:
8104 Mathematical Perspectives;
6546 Regression Modelling;
6547 Survey Design and Analysis;
6545 Nonparametric Statistics;
6544 Multi-Variate Statistics.
Corequisites
None.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
Calculus and Algebra to third year level.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
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Required texts
See project supervisor
Submission of assessment items
Special assessment requirements
Normally an aggregate mark of 50% is required to pass the unit. The aggregate mark is the weighted total T of all assessment marks. Final grades are based on the total T:
P (50% ≤ T < 65%), CR (65% ≤ T < 75%), DI (75% ≤ T < 85%), HD (≥ 85% ).
The unit convener reserves the right to question students orally on any of their submitted work. Students are required to develop and maintain an active e-Portfolio related to the project using the Mahara e-Portfolio System.
Students need to book for an oral presentation during Week 12, the available dates and times will be communicated during the course of the Semester.
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.
Learner engagement
The precise allocation of time will depend on your project and should be discussed with the Project Supervisor and Unit Convenor.
| Item | Weekly commitment | Weeks | Total |
| Supervisor consultation and project meetings | 1 hours/week | for 12 weeks | 12 hours |
| Research, reflection and planning including attending lectures, guest lectures and presentations | 2 hours/week | for 13 weeks | 26 hours |
| Project implementation, e-Portfolio & report writing | 8 hours/week | for 13 weeks | 104 hours |
| The oral presentation including preparation and delivery | 8 hours | leading up to week 12 | 8 hours |
| Unit study load for the whole semester | 150 hours |
Participation requirements
Attendance at all scheduled sessions in this unit is compulsory. Successful engagement with all learning activities in this accredited Initial Teacher Education course is necessary to demonstrate that you have met the Graduate career stage of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (AITSL, 2011).
More than two undocumented absences from this unit could result in a fail. In the case of medical reasons or other extenuating circumstances (e.g., a death in the family) medical certificates or equivalent documentation will need to be provided.
Note: You will be expected to attend the final presentations of all students in the unit.
Required IT skills
See Project Supervisor.
In-unit costs
See project supervisor.
Work placement, internships or practicums
Usually none, but see the project supervisor.
