Level 3 Calculus (L3CAL) - Phase 5
I orea te tuatara ka patu ki waho
A problem is solved by continuing to find solutions
Overview
Te whakatere ara me te whakawhanake kahawhiri hei tautoko i te tāraitanga o āpōpō
Navigating pathways and developing agency to help shape the future
The focus of the course is on Algebra, Calculus and Geometry. Calculus is important in the study of the Sciences, Engineering and some advanced Economics. The course has some parallels with physics where, if you take the course, you will see how the Mathematics is applied in the world. Where possible you will be applying these ideas in context and many aspects of the course will provide skills necessary for future studies at university.
What will I learn?
Complex trigonometry methods
Complex differentiation skills
Complex integration skills
Algebra skills relating to non-real numbers
What should I have done already?
Level 2 going into Level 3
L3STA: 14 credits from level 2 achievement standards and minimum of achieved on 2.12
L3MAS:12 credits in a Level 2 Mathematics and Statistics course.
L3CAL: Minimum of Merit in 2.6 Algebra and 2.7 Calculus
Assessment outline
Assessment regulations
You will be assessed by Level 3 Mathematics and Statistics achievement standards, with credits contributing towards the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA). There are a maximum of 21 Level 3 credits available. This course is eligible for a subject endorsement. This is a university entrance subject (Calculus). One of the achievement standards for the Year 13 Calculus course will be assessed internally during the year and it should be noted that this standard will determine your maximum subject endorsement. The final three externals will be assessed in November.
There will be NO reassessment opportunity for the internally assessed standards for students who do not achieve the standard in the first attempt. If you cannot attend an assessment because of illness, you must produce a medical certificate upon your return to school and you will be expected to complete the internal assessment on the day of your return to school.
Practice tests and examinations will be conducted during the year for all external standards. The results from these practice assessments will count towards any compassionate consideration. See the NCEA Student Handbook for more details.
Missed internal assessments
Students who do not attend the internally assessed standards for reasons other than medical or bereavement will not be given a reassessment opportunity. If you have a genuine reason (which must be supported by a medical certificate) for not being able to complete the assessment on the day of the assessment, then you are able to apply for an extension. This should occur prior to the assessment date, not after. Approach your subject teacher and make your case. Read the NCEA Student Handbook for more detail.
Authenticity and appeals
These issues are dealt with by the college's assessment procedures. Read your NCEA Student Handbook for details.
Where does this course lead?
University level mathematics papers and related subject fields.
Indicative costs
For all indicative course costs please see the Course Costs Page.