What does the course entail?

Mathematics Applications is an ATAR course which focuses on the use of mathematics to solve problems in contexts that involve financial modelling, geometric and trigonometric analysis, graphical and network analysis, and growth and decay in sequences. It also provides opportunities for students to develop systematic strategies based on the statistical investigation process for answering questions that involve analysing univariate and bivariate data, including time series data.
The Mathematics Applications ATAR course is designed for students who would like to extend their mathematical skills beyond Year 10 level but whose future studies or employment pathways do not require knowledge of calculus. The course is designed for students who have a wide range of educational and employment aspirations, including continuing their studies at university or TAFE.

What will be covered in this course?

YEAR 11
UNITS 1 & 2

Unit 1
Contains the three topics:
  • Consumer arithmetic
  • Algebra and matrices
  • Shape and measurement.

Unit 2
Contains the three topics:
  • Univariate data analysis and the statistical investigation process
  • Applications of trigonometry
  • Linear equations and their graphs.

Assessment Structure
The types of assessments encountered in the Mathematics Applications course are response, investigation and examinations. An examination will be conducted at the end of each semester.

YEAR 12
UNITS 3 & 4

Unit 3
Contains the three topics:
  • Bivariate data analysis
  • Growth and decay in sequences
  • Graphs and networks

Unit 4
Contains the three topics:
  • Time series analysis
  • Loans, investments and annuities
  • Networks and decision mathematics.

Assessment Structure
The types of assessments encountered in the Mathematics Applications course are response, investigation and examinations. An examination will be conducted at the end of each semester.
Head of Learning Area: Mrs Angela Lamers
Contact Number: 9591 4221
​Contact Email: [email protected]