Mathematics

Course summary

Course outline: There are three branches of study within the Mathematics Curriculum: PURE MATHEMATICS (P1 an P2 Papers) An investigation into the structure of Mathematics. Topics include manipulation of variables through algebra, properties of mathematical equations and their behaviour, proofs of mathematical formulae and calculus. MECHANICS (P3 paper) Mechanics is the application of Mathematics in the physical world. This course is designed to help understand the dynamics of moving objects and how they interact with their surroundings. Topics include Vectors, Moments and Kinematics. STATISTICS (P3 paper) Statistics is the application of Mathematics to describe real world problems and help make decisions in which there is no clear correct answer. This course is designed to help understand the processes involved in making these decisions. Topics include probability, representing data, correlation and forms of distributions.