01MAT

NCEA Level 1 Mathematics

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Drew McWhinnie.


The course will focus on developing students' understanding of mathematical concepts and their ability to apply these concepts to real-world situations. The course will also emphasize problem-solving, reasoning, and communication skills, as these are critical skills required for success in both further studies and the workforce.

The course will cover the following topics:

  • Number and Algebra: This will include working with real numbers, algebraic expressions and equations, and linear graphs

  • Measurement and Space: This will include properties of shapes, transformations, and trigonometry

  • Statistics and Probability: This will include data collection and analysis, probability, and inference.

Assessment will be based on the NCEA Level 1 Achievement Standards, and students will be given opportunities to achieve all of the internally and externally assessed standards. The assessments will be designed to assess the key skills and knowledge outlined in the course, including problem-solving, reasoning, and communication skills.

Recommended Prior Learning

This subject is suitable for all students who have completed Year 10 mathematics.

Final entry is subject to Head of Department approval.

Course Costs

Description Type Value
Workbook Contribution $25.00
NZGrapher Contribution $1.00
$26.00

Pathway

Career Pathways

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 15
Internal Assessed Credits: 0
External Assessed Credits: 15
Optional Credits Available: 0
Optional Internal Assessed Credits: 0
Optional External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91945 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 1.2 - Use mathematical methods to explore problems that relate to life in Aotearoa New Zealand or the Pacific


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91946 v3
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 1.3 - Interpret and apply mathematical and statistical information in context


Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91947 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 1.4 - Demonstrate mathematical reasoning


Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 15
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 15

Disclaimer

Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry cannot be confirmed until the beginning of the 2025 school year.