VU23235 - Recognise and use basic mathematical symbols and processes
Nominal hours
Location
St Albans
Sunshine
Werribee
Prerequisites
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)
Overview
This unit describes the skills and knowledge to recognise and use basic mathematical symbols and whole and half numbers to make basic mathematical calculations.This unit applies to those who require support to develop their knowledge of mathematical symbols and processes and their meaning and use.
Assessment
For Melbourne campuses
Assessment tasks will be designed to reinforce & extend knowledge and skill competence within set & controlled parameters in accordance with each unit's learning outcomes & performance criteria requirements, including the setting of work-based practical application tasks designed to provide evidence of competence outcomes, within periodic and scheduled timelines.
Students will be expected to demonstrate the following required skills:
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
• recognise and apply basic mathematical symbols and processes to make simple calculations related to the learner’s everyday life
• use mental, written and/or electronic methods to make basic calculations and test their accuracy.
Students will also be expected to demonstrate the following knowledge:
• the function of the four mathematical symbols: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• simple mathematical vocabulary such as addition / plus; subtraction / minus; multiplication / times
• the link between addition and subtraction.
Required reading
The qualified trainer and assessor will provide teaching and learning materials as required in the form of workbooks produced by Victoria University and/or via the Victoria University e-learning system.
As part of a course
This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):