03CAL

NCEA Level 3 Calculus

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Drew McWhinnie.


In this course, we will develop Calculus skills over a wide variety of functions. 

The nature of mathematical reasoning and presentation of a logical argument, together with competence in basic algebra, graphical, and computational skills will be extended in this course. 

We will investigate the modelling of practical situations using rates of change, apply the algebra of complex numbers in solving problems, and problem solve in practical applications. 

Calculus is required for engineering and other courses at university including physics, medicine, dentistry, computer science, surveying, seismic geology, meteorology, aviation and economics.


Recommended Prior Learning

Course endorsement at Level 2 Mathematics with Calculus, OR 14 credits or more from Level 2 Mathematics including Merit in at least two Achievement Standards from 2.6 Algebra, 2.7 Calculus or 2.2 Graphs. 

Final entry is subject to the approval of the Head of Department of Mathematics.

Course Costs

Students will require 4x 1E8 books.
A Casio Graphics Calculator FX9750GII is not compulsory, but is highly recommended for this course

Description Type Value
Workbooks Contribution $42.00
$42.00

Career Pathways

Credit Information

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

Total Credits Available: 21
Internal Assessed Credits: 4
External Assessed Credits: 17
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91575 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 3.3 - Apply trigonometric methods in solving problems


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91577 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 3.5 - Apply the algebra of complex numbers in solving problems


Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91578 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 3.6 - Apply differentiation methods in solving problems


Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91579 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 3.7 - Apply integration methods in solving problems


Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 21
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 21

Approved subject for University Entrance

Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 21

Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.

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Disclaimer

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