Class Details
HSC Mathematics Preparation Course - Standard 2 (Part 1) (January)
Course summary
This course is the first in a series of four Mathematics Standard 2 courses designed to consolidate key content and skills from the Mathematics Standard Year 11 course, as this will be assumed knowledge for the HSC Mathematics Standard 2 Examination. Topics covered include Algebra, Financial Mathematics, Measurement, Statistical Analysis, and Network Concepts.
Other courses in this series include HSC Mathematics Preparation - Standard 2 (Part 2) (April), HSC Mathematics Preparation - Standard 2 (Part 3) (July) and HSC Mathematics - Standard 2 Exam Preparation Course (September), which focuses on preparation for end-of-year examinations. You do not need to attend all parts in order to benefit.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- select and apply algebraic techniques to solve problems involving equations and formulas
- model and interpret linear relationships to solve problems and make predictions in practical contexts
- solve financial problems involving earning money and taxation
- solve financial problems involving budgeting and purchasing
- solve problems involving measurement in practical contexts
- solve problems involving time and location in practical contexts
- apply network techniques to solve network problems
- display and analyse datasets using summary statistics and graphical representations
- explore and connect mathematical concepts, choose and apply mathematical techniques to solve problems, and communicate thinking and reasoning in a clear and coherent manner.
Content
The following topics from the Mathematics Standard (2024) syllabus will be covered:
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Formulas and equations
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Linear relationships
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Earning money
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Managing money
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Applications of measurement
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Time and location
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Data analysis
- Classifying and representing data
- Summary statistics
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Network, paths and trees
Prerequisites
Students should have completed the Year 11 Mathematics Standard course before undertaking this course.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for students studying Year 12 Mathematics Standard 2.
Delivery style
Delivered as a two-day, activity-based workshop, this course will explore and apply mathematical knowledge and skills through a combination of lectures, tutorials and problem-solving sessions. Practice exercises are reviewed, and you will receive immediate feedback. Study skills and examination techniques will also be emphasised.
Materials
You will receive electronic copies of the following:
- a course booklet including theory and worked examples, covering syllabus dot points from the relevant topics
- solutions to all questions included in the course booklet
- a selection of relevant past examination questions, with sample answers.
What you need to do before the course
Please bring a device to access the course materials, along with a NESA-approved calculator.
References
NESA Mathematics 2 Unit Standard Stage 6 Syllabus (2024)
MST-11-01 to MST-11-08
Course evaluation
This course will be evaluated through an online questionnaire, which will be sent via email and SMS during class.
Getting Through Your HSC: A Practical Guide
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Sessions
Location
Face-to-face (Venue TBA, Sydney)
Other information
If your upcoming class is Face-to-face (Venue TBA, Sydney), the class is located at the Camperdown/Darlington campus but the exact classroom and building has not been assigned.
The exact location on campus is confirmed approximately five business days from a class start date and you will then receive a course preparation email with this information.
Meet the facilitators
Ben Fracarossi
Ben has taught mathematics across public and independent schools in Sydney. He currently teaches at a Sydney secondary school, where he also holds a leadership role in student welfare. He has guided multiple cohorts through the HSC, with a particular focus on Mathematics Standard 2.
Ben holds a Bachelor of Mathematics Education. Alongside classroom teaching, he designs course resources and assessment materials for Stage 6 Mathematics, runs student workshops, and delivers professional learning for teaching staff.
Benjamin is passionate about instilling confidence in students and the belief that being successful in mathematics is achievable for all.
