L3 Calculus - Full Year

An introduction to Calculus

Course Overview

Calculus is a course designed for students with good algebra skills. Calculus is about using mathematics to solve problems. It models real-life situations using trigonometry, real and complex numbers, functions and their graphs and uses the power of calculus to solve a wide range of everyday problems involving change. Calculus is the essential prerequisite for students planning on studying engineering at university.

Topics covered include: Algebra; Trigonometry; Differentiation; Conic sections; Integration


The Teacher

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Stephen Anderson

0Students 3 Courses

Course Details

Use trigonometric mehod
Use the geometry of conic sections in solving problems
Apply the algebra of complex number to solve problems
Use differentiation and integration methods to solve problems

Mathematics
Have at least 14 Level 2 NCEA Mathematics credits including AS 91261
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School Year
30 Jan 2025
20 Nov 2025
English

Yes
NCEA Level 3
No
Standard No * Standard title credit value Internal/External Completion
91573 v2 Apply the geometry of conic sections in solving problems. 3 Internal
91575 v2 Apply trigonometric methods in solving problems. 4 Internal
91577 v2 Apply the algebra of complex numbers in solving problems. 5 External
91578 v2 Apply differentiation methods in solving problems. 6 External
91579 v2 Apply integration methods in solving problems. 6 External

Text: Nulake Workbooks - https://www.nulake.co.nz/products/nulake-year-13/ Digital ($5 per standard) or Physical ($8.50 per standard) versions). The course starts with 3.3 Trigonometry and will continue to include 3.1 Conic Sections, 3.5 Complex Numbers, then 3.6 Differentiation and 3.7 Integration. Calculator: A graphics calculator eg Casio FX 9750G or similar (approx $100) is required.

Learning Exchange

1.00 placement

OR Cost

$2371.00

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Offered by

Twizel Area School
Twizel Area School

Level (NCEA)

Yes - L3

Course Dates

30 Jan 2025

till 20 Nov 2025

Duration

School Year

Taught in

English

Overall Rating

Learning Exchange

1.00 placement

OR Cost

$2371.00

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