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Prescription:IC330 Mathematics for computing |
| Aim of Module | To provide students with the basic mathematical skills relevant to the area of business computing
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| Credits | 5
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| Suggested Time | 50 student learning hours
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| Prescription Expiry Date | Nov 2003
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LEARNING OUTCOMES
The Student Will
| | | | | A | 1 | Demonstrate the principles of basic arithmetic | |
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A | 2 | Perform number conversions between bases | |
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A | 3 | Perform simple calculations with payroll, Goods and Services Tax and depreciation | |
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A | 4 | Identify and describe appropriate uses of graphs |
CONTENT
| | | | > | Identify different number types (integers, fractions, and decimals). | |
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> | Correctly calculate equations applying the concept of arithmetic operator precedence without using a calculator | |
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> | Apply rounding and truncation. | |
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> | Calculate the average of a set of numbers. | |
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> | Perform cost and selling price calculations | |
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> | Apply estimation techniques using rounding, and approximation as methods of checking answers. | |
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> | Create and solve an equation (formula) from a given word problem.
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| | | | > | Convert decimal whole numbers to binary and octal | |
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> | Convert binary and octal numbers to decimal
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| | | | > | Calculate payroll details for two employees including gross pay, PAYE, allowances and deductions. | |
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> | Calculate GST added to an invoice. | |
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> | From a GST inclusive invoice, calculate the GST content. | |
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> | For a fixed asset calculate one year's depreciation using either the straight line or diminishing value method. Assume no residual value.
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| | | | > | List the characteristics of the following types of graphs and identify appropriate use: | |
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| Pie chart | |
| Bar graph | |
| Line graph | |
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> | Given a pie chart, bar graph or line graph, interpret the graph to explain the trends illustrated. | |
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