Mathematics 

(Core Subject)

Purpose

As with all academic studies, Mathematics stretches the students’ ability to discover and understand God's world and aspects of human endeavour. 

The study of Mathematics is unique however, in the degree to which it is concerned with: 

• Logical precision 

• Rigorous attention to detail 

• Abstract thought

• The discovery and articulation of pattern and order.

Structure and Content

In Year 10 one block over the whole year is allocated to Mathematics. The course is formulated with a view to preparing students for VCE mathematics in Years 11 and 12. Therefore it must be broad enough to cover the needs of all students yet provide a strong foundation for students wishing to study tertiary mathematics. For that reason, from the topics listed below, students will concentrate on areas of mathematics according to their needs. 

Although mastery of skills is seen as critical, time will also be devoted to project work, problem solving and mathematical modelling. This might be done in a group or individual basis. 

Topics include: 

• Algebra 

• Linear functions 

• Quadratic functions 

• Exponents 

• Length, area, volume 

• Simultaneous equations 

• Probability and statistics 

• Trigonometry 

• Problem solving techniques