STAT10-100: Elementary Maths

Description

This subject equips students with the essential mathematical skills and techniques required for solving real world problems in various disciplines. Students will revise algebra and explore mathematical modelling techniques, solving complex problems (with and without technology) involving linear and non-linear functions, constraints and optimisation. Students will develop their critical thinking, problem-solving and communication skills, with an emphasis placed on interpretation and actionable decision-making.

Subject details

Type: Undergraduate Subject
Code: STAT10-100
EFTSL: 0.125
Faculty: Bond Business School
Semesters offered:
  • September 2024 [Standard Offering]
  • January 2025 [Standard Offering]
  • May 2025 [Standard Offering]
  • September 2025 [Standard Offering]
Credit: 10
Study areas:
  • Business, Commerce, and Entrepreneurship
Subject fees:
  • Commencing in 2024: $4,260.00
  • Commencing in 2025: $4,460.00
  • Commencing in 2024: $5,730.00
  • Commencing in 2025: $5,990.00

Learning outcomes

  1. Recognise and manipulate a variety of linear and non-linear algebraic expressions.
  2. Solve simple and complex algebraic equations, including linear, quadratic, hyperbolic, exponential and logarithmic types.
  3. Analyse and model word-problems mathematically using systematic processes.
  4. Evaluate and solve word-problems using algebraic, graphical and differential calculus techniques.
  5. Interpret solutions in the context of the problem.
  6. Demonstrate clear mathematical working and communication of results in written form.
  7. Utilise appropriate technology to solve problems and present solutions.

Enrolment requirements

Requisites:

Nil
Assumed knowledge:

Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.

Restrictions:

This subject is not available as a general elective. To be eligible for enrolment, the subject must be specified in the students’ program structure.

Anti-requisites:

Subject outlines

Subject dates

Standard Offering
Enrolment opens: 14/07/2024
Semester start: 09/09/2024
Subject start: 09/09/2024
Last enrolment: 22/09/2024
Teaching census: 04/10/2024
Withdraw - Financial: 05/10/2024
Withdraw - Academic: 26/10/2024
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