VCE Mathematics: Foundation Mathematics
Aim
In Foundation Mathematics Units 1–4 we provide for the continuing mathematical development of students with respect to problems encountered in practical contexts in everyday life at home, in the community, at work and in study.
Study Design 2023-2027 (word doc)
Assessments
Outcome 1
Use and apply a range of mathematical concepts, skills, and procedures to solve practical problems in everyday and real-life contexts.
Draws on key knowledge and skills from foundation mathematics content.
Outcome 2
Apply mathematical processes in non-routine practical contexts, including situations with open-ended aspects, requiring investigative modelling or problem-solving techniques.
Analyse and discuss these applications of mathematics.
Incorporates key knowledge and skills from all areas of study.
Outcome 3
Apply computational thinking and use numerical, graphical, symbolic, and statistical functionalities of technology.
Develop mathematical ideas, produce results, and carry out analysis in practical situations requiring investigative modelling or problem-solving techniques.
Utilises key knowledge and skills from all areas of study.
Units 1 and 2:
Satisfactory completion based on individual school decision on the levels of achievement.
Unit 3 and 4
Unit 3 School-assessed Coursework (SAC) Contributes 40% to the study score.
Unit 4 School-assessed Coursework (SAC) Contributes 20% to the study score.
End of year examinations Contribute 40% to the study score.
UNIT 1 | UNIT 2 |
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UNIT 3 | UNIT 4 |
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