Mathematics Standard (Year 11) and Standard 2 (Year 12)

This course enables students to develop their knowledge and understanding of what it means to work mathematically, improve their skills to solve problems relating to their present and future needs and aspirations, and improve their understanding of how to communicate in a concise and systematic manner. The course has changed significantly since the 2019 syllabus review when it transitioned from General Mathematics to Standard Mathematics. Approximately 30% of the Standard content is common with the Advanced course which is reflected in the final HSC Examination where common questions appear in both papers.

The Mathematics Standard Year 11 course is a common course for all students studying the Mathematics Standard Syllabus. In Year 12, students can elect to study either the Standard 1 course (ATAR or non-ATAR) or the Standard 2 course (ATAR only).

The Standard 2 course provides an appropriate mathematical background for students entering the workforce or undertaking further tertiary training.

The Standard 1 course provides an appropriate mathematical background for students entering the workforce and/or undertaking further community and workplace training.

Prerequisites: None

Content: The Mathematics Standard Year 11 course is not a calculus based course. It is a broad based applied mathematical course comprising of four Topics, divided into Subtopics. The Mathematics Standard 2 Year 12 course content includes the same four Topics and an additional Topic of Networks. The Topics and Subtopics, in brackets, are listed below:

Year 11

•  Topic 1: Algebra (Formula and Equations and Linear Relationships)
•  Topic 2: Measurement (Applications of Measurement and Working with Time)
•  Topic 3: Financial Mathematics (Money Matters)
•  Topic 4: Statistical Analysis (Data Analysis and Relative Frequency and Probability)

 Year 12

•  Topic 1: Algebra (Types of Relationships)
•  Topic 2: Measurement (Non-right-angled Trigonometry and Rates and Ratios)
•  Topic 3: Financial Mathematics (Investments and Loans and Annuities)
•  Topic 4: Statistical Analysis (Bivariate Data Analysis and The Normal Distribution)
•  Topic 5: Networks (Network Concepts and Critical Path Analysis)