300MAS

Level 3 Statistics

Course Description

This course focusses on the strands of Statistics and Probability and will enable study of mathematics beyond secondary level. This course comprises of both Internal and External standards that contribute to the total credits.  This course is a University recognized subject, contributes to Numeracy  and is eligible for Course endorsement.  It requires a good level of thought and comprehensive literacy skills. 


Course Overview

Semester 1
In semester 1 300MAS course is about the report writing. The following standards will be taught and assessed.

A.S. 91580 v2 Mathematics and Statistics 3.8 - Investigate time series data
A.S. 91581 v2 Mathematics and Statistics 3.9 - Investigate bivariate measurement data
A.S. 91582 v2 Mathematics and Statistics 3.10 - Use statistical methods to make a formal inference

Semester 2
In semester 2 the focus is on Externals and the following standards will be taught.

A.S. 91585 v2 Mathematics and Statistics 3.13 - Apply probability concepts in solving problems
A.S. 91586 v2 Mathematics and Statistics 3.14 - Apply probability distributions in solving problems

Recommended Prior Learning

Students must meet the following requirements to be able to take 300MAS course.

  • Have attained Level 2 NCEA and have Numeracy
  • Must have achieved at least 12 Maths credits at Level 2
  • Must pass one of the following externals at Level 2
   AS91261-  2.6    Apply algebraic methods in solving  problems           4 credits           External
 AS91262 - 2.7 Apply calculus methods in solving problems                  5 credits           External


Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Graphics Calculator FX9750
Maths Exercise books
Pens
Rulers

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.

This course is approved for University Entrance.

Total Credits Available: 20
Internal Assessed Credits: 12
External Assessed Credits: 8
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91580 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 3.8 - Investigate time series data


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91581 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 3.9 - Investigate bivariate measurement data


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91582 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 3.10 - Use statistical methods to make a formal inference


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91585 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 3.13 - Apply probability concepts in solving problems


Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91586 v2
NZQA Info

Mathematics and Statistics 3.14 - Apply probability distributions in solving problems


Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: Y
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 20
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 20

Approved subject for University Entrance

Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 20

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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