13 Statistics (13MAS)
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Angela Brett.
13 Statistics
This course is excellent preparation for many Maths, Science & Commerce tertiary courses that rely on statistics. Assessments in this course are predominantly written reports and students need to be prepared to spend time writing and editing their work.
Course Components
- Extend your knowledge of statistical investigations
- Learn how to analyse bivariate & time series data
- Further your understanding of probability and probability distributions
Recommended Prior Learning
Open Entry
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Scientific calculator (NCEA-approved https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/subjects/approved-calculator-list/)
Assessment Information
Possible CreditsExternal - 4 credits
Internal - 12 credits
UE approved.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.8 - Investigate time series data
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.9 - Investigate bivariate measurement data
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.10 - Use statistical methods to make a formal inference
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.14 - Apply probability distributions in solving problems
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 16
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.