Module Details

The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module.
Title GO HIGHER MATHS
Code GOHI002
Coordinator Dr CG Jones
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
C.G.Jones2@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2018-19 Level 3 FHEQ Whole Session 5

Aims

To provide key functional skills at foundation level mathematics and so satisfy the Maths requirement for entry to university first degree courses as well as act as a refresher course for those whose maths qualifications are of some years standing.


Learning Outcomes

Use foundation level mathematical skills for academic purposes and in everyday life

Calculate, evaluate and present statistical data

Understand a range of basic mathematical concepts

Perform basic maths functions


Syllabus

A typical syllabus for the module is as follows, although the precise order of delivery may change from time to time.
1.Addition, subtraction, multiplication & division

·         Order rational numbers
·         Highest Common Factors (HCFs), Least Common Multiples(LCMs), prime numbers & prime factors
·         Indices & powers, square roots
·         Percentages & decimals
·         Fractions, integers, ratio
·         Use of calculator
 
2. Alge bra:
·         Understanding expressions: notation & symbols
·         Manipulating & solving simple equations (linear inequalities and expressions, understand n terms)
·         Plot equations, simple co-ordinates, linear functions
 
3. Geometry:
·         Properties of angles, lines, triangles, quadrilaterals
·         Calculating angles
·         Rotation & symmetry, congruence & similarity, scale
·         Pythagoras’ theorem (2D & 3D shapes)
·         Perimeters, areas, diameter etc
 
4. Measures:
·         Scaling up & down
·         Converting measurements
·         Estimating
·         Speed, distance, bearings
 
5. Statistics & Probability:
·         Handling statistics and data
·         Bias
·         Data collection and design
·         Types of data
·         Calculating mean, median, mode
·         Interpretation and inference< /span>

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Workshops - Interactive sessions to develop understanding of key topics

Workshops take a variety of forms, normally starting with a demonstration of problems associated with the topic of the day, followed by small groups working through a series of similar examples, or individual work on a set of problems. Staff are on hand to help with difficulties or explain topics in more depth.The whole works towards completing a series of maths assessments and workbook.


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours           28
Interactive sessions to develop understanding of key topics
28
Timetable (if known)           Workshops take a variety of forms, normally starting with a demonstration of problems associated with the topic of the day, followed by small groups working through a series of similar examples, or in
 
 
Private Study 22
TOTAL HOURS 50

Assessment

EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Unseen Written Exam  90  Semesters One   50  Yes  Standard UoL penalty applies  Examination 1 
Unseen Written Exam  90  Semester 2  50  Yes  Standard UoL penalty applies  Examination 2 Notes (applying to all assessments) Examination  
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
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Resit/resubmission
opportunity
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Recommended Texts

Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module.
Explanation of Reading List:

Key text:

Mapp, F., (2016) GCSE Maths Foundation in a Week (Letts GCSE 9-1 Revision Success). London: Letts education

Students are also directed to various useful Maths refresher and self-teaching resources freely available on the internet.


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