mathematics

course details S5 and S6

(Correct at March, 2005)

Courses offered

Course Content

Higher – builds upon previous knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.  Elementary calculus is introduced at this level.

Intermediate 2 – similar to standard grade credit course

Intermediate 1 – similar to standard grade general course

Advanced Higher Mathematics – builds upon topics studied in Higher Mathematics

Advanced Higher Applied Mathematics – the study of mechanics and numerical analysis.  Candidates should also be studying Advanced Higher Mathematics.

Statistics – The analysis of data.  Techniques widely used in commerce, industry and medicine 
Studied to Unit Test Standard - see Mr Doig for details.

Assessment

Unit tests approximately one per term.  Success in these is necessary to obtain an overall course award.

Prelim examinations prior to the final exam consisting of calculator and non-calculator papers.

Final exam also consisting of calculator and non-calculator papers.

Additional Information

Pupils can expect homework on a daily basis and longer exercises on a weekly basis.  These exercises form a vital part of the course and candidates should be strongly committed to their course choice.

Graphics calculator is strongly recommended for Higher and Advanced Higher courses.

Progression

STANDARD GRADE		S5		S6
Grades 1 and 2		Higher		Advanced Higher Mathematics Advanced Higher Applied Mathematics*
*Candidates for Advanced Higher Applied Maths should also be doing Advanced Higher Mathematics.
Grade 3		Intermediate 2		Higher Candidates require an A pass in Intermediate 2
Grades 4, 5 and 6		Intermediate 1		Intermediate 2 Candidates require an A pass in Intermediate 1