About this Subject
- Length of Study: Full Year
- Number of SACE Credits: 20
- Pre-Requisite Information: Essential Knowledge: At least a B grade in Stage 1 Specialist Mathematics A and B
Subject Overview
Specialist Mathematics draws on and deepens students’ mathematical knowledge, skills and understanding, and provides opportunities for students to develop their skills in using rigorous mathematical arguments and proofs, and using Mathematical models. It includes the study of functions and calculus.
Students undertake study in Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics through the following topics:
- Topic 1: Mathematical Induction
- Topic 2: Complex Numbers
- Topic 3: Functions and Sketching Graphs
- Topic 4: Vectors in Three Dimensions
- Topic 5: Integration Techniques and Applications
- Topic 6: Rates of Change and Differential Equations
Assessment
Stage 2 assessment is comprised of 70% school-based assessment which is externally moderated by the SACE Board and 30% external assessment which is externally marked by the SACE Board. Students demonstrate evidence of their learning through the following assessment types:
70% School Based Assessment:
Assessment Type 1: Skills and Applications Tasks (50%)
- Students to complete six skills and application tasks
Assessment Type 2: Mathematical Investigation (20%)
- Students complete one mathematical investigation
30% External Assessment:
- 130 Minute External Examination
