10MAT

Year 10 Mathematics

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge:

10 Mathematics

A comprehensive look at the core competencies in Mathematics at Level 4 of the New Zealand curriculum.

Learning areas Number, Algebra, Measurement, Geometry, Statistics & Probability

Subject Overview

Term 1
Number Skills: Integers, Factors, Powers & Roots, Rates, Percentages, Ratios & Standard form

Measurement Skills: Metric units, Lengths, Areas, and Volumes

Both topics will assess keyskills and Problem solving using formal assessments and project work.

Term 2
Linear Algebra: Forming linear equations, Drawing line graphs, Solving equations, Solving simultaneous equations, Solving inequations

Geometric reasoning: Angle rules and shapes

Both topics will assess keyskills and Problem solving using formal assessments and project work.

Term 3
Algebra: Forming Equations, Simplifying expressions, Solving equations. Quadratics and Problem solving.

Statistics: Statistical inquiry cycle, Statistical Graphs, and interpreting statistics

Both topics will assess keyskills and Problem solving using formal assessments and project work.

Term 4
Trigonometry: Right-angle triangles, Pythagoras’s Theorem, and Trig Ratios

Probability: Relative frequencies, Theoretical Probability & Probability Experiments

Both topics will assess keyskills and Problem solving using formal assessments and project work.

Recommended Prior Learning

Year 9 Mathematics

Stationery

Blue Ballpoint pen
Red Ballpoint pen
Hb Pencil
30cm Ruler
2xE5 Mathematics exercise books
Casio FX82 Scientific calculator or equivalent
BYOD device

Pathway

Farming, Building and Construction, Electrician, Mechanic, Finance, Business, Travel, Military, Tertiary Education, Medical, Research, Travel

Career Pathways

Subject Skills

Pathway Tags

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