AS Further Maths

January 16, 2018 | Author: Anonymous | Category: Math, Statistics And Probability
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East Norfolk College Mathematics Department The following pages will guide you through the AS and A2 Maths and Further Maths courses offered by the college

1st year AS Course – Core 1 & 2, Statistics 1: Leading to A2 in the 2nd year 2nd year A2 Courses Core 3 & 4, Discrete 1 Or Core 3 & 4, Mechanics 1

Core Maths

This extends the work covered at GCSE in areas such as algebra and trigonometry and introduces calculus.

Statistics (taken by all students in yr 1) Statistical techniques based on probability theory are used for analysing data, to explain observations and help make rational decisions. It is designed primarily for students who wish to study the applications of statistical techniques to biology, business studies, psychology, economics, management and the humanities.

Discrete Maths (optional course taken in yr 2) The course aims to enable students to appreciate the role of mathematics in developing techniques to solve problems related to today’s technological developments and optimisation problems in business and commerce. It is designed primarily for students who wish to study the applications of mathematical methods to business studies, computing, economics, management and related studies.

Mechanics (optional course taken in yr 2) The motion of bodies under the action of various forces are considered and situations which occur in science and engineering are modelled mathematically. It is designed primarily for students who wish to study the applications of mathematical skills to the physical sciences or technology. When you enrol in September you will have to decide which option you will probably want to do in the 2nd year. (You can change your mind at the end of year1)

Choose a course most suitable for you •

A course containing Discrete Maths Goes well with: Biology, Geography, Psychology, Chemistry, Accountancy, Business Studies, Computing or any Arts subject

• A course containing Mechanics Goes well with: Physics, Engineering, Architecture & Technology

Further Maths • If you are considering studying maths at university then you are advised to study Further Maths • You must have a keen interest in maths and have obtained at least a A and preferably an A* at higher level. • You will take 6 modules in the 1st year and a further 6 in the 2nd year

Further Maths In year 1 you will attend maths classes in two blocks. Yr 1

Single Maths Class

Further Maths Class

Core 1 Statistics 1 Core 2 Mechanics 1 Mechanics 2 Further Pure 1

Further Maths In year 2 you will again attend maths classes in two blocks. Yr 2 Single Maths Class

Further Maths Class

Core 3 Core 4 Discrete 1 Statistics 2 or Discrete 2 Further Pure 2 Mechanics 3 or Further Pure 3

2013 results A2 Maths

AS Maths

AS Use of Maths

100% pass rate 66% grades A*,A or B

91% pass rate 46% grades A or B

93% pass rate 5% grades A or B

A2 Further Maths

AS Further Maths

100% pass rate 72% grades A*,A or B

95% pass rate 56% grades A or B

Departmental Resources • All students receive a textbook especially written for each module. • Set of course notes • Access to the maths intranet. • Graphic calculators are used extensively.

Contents of Maths Web Site on the College Network

• The college maths web site contains a very large number of student resources. • Past Papers and revision material. • Tests , Formula sheets & Calculator Programs • Maths Software • Internet Links to Maths Sites • H.E. Maths Sites & Careers • Maths library books and videos

• Maths Web Site

Calculators • Graphic calculators are useful for displaying graphs, statistical analysis and can be programmed. The Sharp model; has a very user friendly display as seen below. The college can order them in bulk for approximately £42. They cannot however be used in the exams for Core 1. • They can be sold back at the end of the course for £20 . 3   

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Employment Prospects • A recent survey in the Guardian stated that job applicants with an A level in maths could expect on average to earn 10% more than those who did not. • The range of jobs where a mathematical background is desirable is vast. A small number of areas are indicated: engineering

finance

genetics

insurance

radiotherapy operational research

physiotherapy

pharmacy

I.T.

statistical analysis

services

psychology

electronics

surveying

all branches of science

geology

economics

management

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