Algebra & Calculus Essentials For Everyday Life
Do you feel you wished you had paid more attention at school to your maths lessons? Here is a short course that will provide an introduction to the fundamentals of algebra and calculus providing you with the tools to apply these concepts in real-world situations.
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Tue 03 Jun
- TEC-subsidised course fee for qualifying learners $25.00 incl. GST
- $80.00 incl. GST
Sessions
Session 1
Tue 03 Jun 19:00 - Tue 03 Jun 21:00At Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 2
Tue 10 Jun 19:00 - Tue 10 Jun 21:00At Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 3
Tue 17 Jun 19:00 - Tue 17 Jun 21:00At Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 4
Tue 24 Jun 19:00 - Tue 24 Jun 21:00At Selwyn College, Auckland.Please note there is NO refund or transfer if you cancel less than 5 working days in advance of a class starting. Our refund policy can be read in full here.
Description
Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) course fee subsidy
This course offers a course fee subsidy through funding from the TEC for:
- NZ citizens
- Those who hold a residency-class visa
- Individuals granted refugee status
- In some cases spouses of NZ citizens and permanent migrants may also qualify - please contact the office to enquire.
Conditions:
- Registrants must be aged 16 years or older
- Registrants must not be currently enrolled at a secondary school
- You should attend at least 80% of your classes to qualify for a fee subsidy
- We need to collect extra information such as age, ethnicity, educational achievement and gender for statistical purposes.
- You must provide evidence of NZ citizenship, residency or refugee status
If you are unable to meet these conditions, please contact the office to discuss your situation. The subsidised course fee is $25.
About the course
This short course provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental concepts of algebra and calculus, offering essential skills for tackling a wide range of mathematical problems. Designed for students who wish to build a solid foundation, the course covers basic algebraic operations, linear equations, quadratic equations, polynomials, and rational expressions, before diving into the core principles of calculus.
You’ll learn how to solve algebraic equations, graph linear functions, and understand key concepts such as slopes and intercepts. We will also cover quadratic equations, including factoring and the quadratic formula, and explore the fascinating world of polynomials and rational expressions. In the calculus portion, we will focus on differentiation, teaching you how to determine rates of change, optimise functions, and analyse slopes of curves. We’ll also explore integration, the reverse process, where you'll learn how to find areas under curves and solve accumulation problems.
By the end of this course, you'll have a strong grasp of both algebra and calculus fundamentals, providing you with the tools to approach more advanced mathematical topics and apply these concepts in real-world situations. Whether you're new to these topics or need a refresher, this course will give you the confidence and skills to succeed.
Course outline
- Basic Algebra: Involves solving equations, manipulating algebraic expressions etc
- Linear Equations: Solutions to equations of the form y=mx+by = mx + by=mx+b, including graphing lines and understanding slopes and intercepts.
- Quadratic Equations: Covers factoring, using the quadratic formula, and understanding parabolas.
- Polynomials and Rational Expressions: Includes operations with polynomials, roots, and exponents.
- Differentiation: Finding the derivative of functions to understand rates of change, slope of curves, and optimisation problems.
- Integration: The reverse process of differentiation, dealing with finding areas under curves, and solving problems involving accumulation
What to bring
Pen and paper. A scientific calculator. If you don't yet have one and are unsure on what to buy, bring a basic calculator on the first night and ask the tutor for advice.
