A2 Maths
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In Newport
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Location
Newport
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Newport
(Isle of Wight)
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College, Medina Way,, PO30 5TA
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Course programme
You will need to have completed the AS Level in this subject to an appropriate level before you can enrol.
WHO IS THE COURSE FOR?
OPEN LEARNING is a way of studying by a "non-traditional" method, where you can study at your own pace and fit in your learning with work and family commitments. It is ideal for anyone who is unable to attend classes on a regular basis. This course is perfect if you want to achieve an A Level for further study, work or just out of interest
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
If you have taken one of the NEC prescribed combinations of units and achieved AS Mathematics or AS Pure Mathematics, this course will enable you to further develop your understanding of the subject and achieve an 'A' level qualification. Depending on which AS option you selected you can choose from a further selection of units in order to achieve the full 'A' level Mathematics.
HOW WILL I LEARN?
The course has been written in a practical and interactive style with activities and self-check questions. The course materials are:
- a total of 3 folders featuring self-contained topics that are structured to help you learn
- a total of 7 assignments for the course that will help you to prepare for exams
University/college entrance
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Mode of study - open/distance learning.
Study time - Each of the course topics is self-contained and you can study at your own pace. The A2 course has an estimated study time of 150 hours, although this will vary from student to student.
Duration - all A2 Level subjects are studied over one academic year.
Start date - enrolment can take place anytime throughout the year but A2 Level exams are set for May/June and January. It is therefore a good idea to enrol at the earliest opportunity to give you the maximum amount of time to complete the course.
Examination structure - This course will prepare you to sit a combination of Units for the Edexcel specification. These units can be taken individually in June and January 2006 and beyond (modular assessment) or altogether at the end of the course (linear assessment). You will need to select which A2 units you want to study based on the Option you took at AS.
If you studied AS Option 1 (Core Maths 1, Core Maths 2, Mechanics 1) you have these two options:
Core Maths 3, Core Maths 4, Mechanics 2
Core Maths 3, Core Maths 4, Decision Maths 1
If you studied AS Option 2 (Core Maths 1, Core Maths 2, Core Maths 3) you have these two options:
Core Maths 4, Mechanics 1, Mechanics 2
Core Maths 4, Mechanics 1, Decision Maths 1
If you studied AS Option 4 (Core Maths 1, Core Maths 2, Decision Maths 1) you have this option:
Core Maths 3, Core Maths 4, Mechanics 1
Subjects covered by the course -
Core Maths 3
Algebra
Functions
The modulus function and further transformations of graphs
Trigonometry
Exponentials and logarithms
Differentiation
Numerical methods
Core Maths 4
Partial fractions and the binomial expansion
Differentiation
Integration
First order differential equations
Parameters
Vectors
Mechanics 1
Mathematical models in mechanics
Kinematics of a particle moving in a straight line
Dynamics of a particle moving in a straight line
Statics of a particle and motion on an inclined plane
Moments
Vectors in mechanics
Mechanics 2
Kinematics of a particle
Centres of mass
Work and Energy
Collisions
Statics of rigid bodies
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A2 Maths
Price on request