General Maths

Mathematics

Year 10

Core

Core Subject – 2 Semesters
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Year 10 General Maths at Years two main aims of the following aims; to give students a solid grounding in the Maths necessary to
participate effectively in work and society; and to prepare students for further study in VCE General Maths.

Content/Skills
Major topics to be covered include percentage applications and budgeting, measurement, linear equations and graphs, indices and their applications, algebra, probability and geometry.

 

Selection advice

▶ This course is not designed to prepare students for Units 1 and 2 Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics. ▶ This subject runs over both semesters. ▶ Although not a requirement, we would also recommend the purchase of the Ti N-Spire CAS Calculator (Approx $240) to help with the transition into the technology of VCE General Maths. Students should seek guidance from the Careers Coordinator as to which Maths they should undertake for their desired university course.

Links to further pathways

This is a standard and comprehensive Year 10 Maths course and provides thorough preparation for Units 1 and 2 General Maths and Foundation Maths.