Year 11 Course Outline 2024

AEMAM (Mathematics Methods) Units 1 & 2

Mathematics Methods is an ATAR course which focuses on the use of calculus and statistical analysis. The study of calculus provides a basis for
understanding rates of change in the physical world, and includes the use of functions, their derivatives and integrals, in modelling physical
processes. The study of statistics develops students’ ability to describe and analyse phenomena that involve uncertainty and variation.

Scope and Sequence:

Unit 1
Contains the three topics:
 Functions and graphs
 Trigonometric functions
 Counting and probability.

Unit 2
Contains the three topics:
 Exponential functions
 Arithmetic and geometric sequences and series
 Introduction to differential calculus.

Main Text: Sadler. Mathematics Methods Unit 1 & Unit 2.

Supplementary Text(s): Nelson Senior Maths. Methods 11.

Klup. Unit 1 & 2 Methods Year 11.

NOTE: *The teacher’s version references all three texts above.

 TERM 1
ASSESSMENT
WEEK DATE TOPIC DESCRIPTION REFERENCE
(Wednesday 8AM)
1.1.5 Use set language and notation for events, including:

a) 𝐴̅ (or 𝐴′) for the complement of an event 𝐴

b) 𝐴 ∩ 𝐵 and 𝐴 ∪ 𝐵 for the intersection and union of

events 𝐴 and 𝐵 respectively.
Language of Sadler 1. EX 9A
1 31st Jan Events and c) 𝐴 ∩ 𝐵 ∩ 𝐶 and 𝐴 ∪ 𝐵 ∪ 𝐶 for the intersection and
Sets union of three events 𝐴, 𝐵 and 𝐶 respectively.

d) Recognise mutually exclusive events.

1.1.6 Use everyday occurrences to illustrate set

descriptions and representations of events and set
operations.
1.1.1 Understand the notion of a combination as a set of 𝑟
objects taken from a set of 𝑛 distinct objects.

1.1.2 Use the notation and the formula =

!
!( )!
for the number of combinations of 𝑟 objects taken
from a set of 𝑛 distinct objects. Sadler 1. Chapter 10
5th Feb
2 Combinations
1.1.3 Investigate Pascal’s triangle and its properties to link
to the binomial coefficients of the expansion of
(𝑥 + 𝑦) for small positive integers 𝑛.
 1.1.4 Review the concepts and language of outcomes,
sample spaces, and events, as sets of outcomes. Sadler 1. EX 9A & 9D

1.1.7 Review probability as a measure of ‘the likelihood of

2 occurrence’ of an event.
cont. Fundamentals
1.1.8 Review the probability scale: 0 ≤ 𝑃(𝐴) ≤ 1 for each
of Probability
event 𝐴, with 𝑃(𝐴) = 0 if 𝐴 is an impossibility and
𝑃(𝐴) = 1 if 𝐴 is a certainty.

1.1.9 Review the rules: 𝑃(𝐴̅) = 1 − 𝑃(𝐴) and 𝑃(𝐴 ∪ 𝐵) =

𝑃(𝐴) + 𝑃(𝐵) − 𝑃(𝐴 ∩ 𝐵).

1.1.11 Understand the notion of a conditional probability

and recognise and use language that indicates
Sadler 1. EX 9B, 9C,
conditionality.
9E – 9G
1.1.12 Use the notation 𝑃(𝐴|𝐵) and the formula
Conditional 𝑃(𝐴 ∩ 𝐵) = 𝑃(𝐴|𝐵)𝑃(𝐵).
Probability
3 12th Feb and 1.1.13 Understand the notation of independence of an event
Independence 𝐴 from an event 𝐵, as defined by 𝑃(𝐴|𝐵) = 𝑃(𝐴).

1.1.14 Establish and use the formula 𝑃(𝐴 ∩ 𝐵) = 𝑃(𝐴)𝑃(𝐵)

for independent events 𝐴 and 𝐵, and recognise the
symmetry of independence.

EXTN Use combinations to calculate the probability of

events involving selection from a set of 𝑟 objects
taken from a set of 𝑛 distinct objects.
 1.1.15 Use relative frequencies obtained from data as
Conditional 1.1.10 estimates of probabilities/conditional probabilities
and as indications of possible independence of Sadler 1. EX 9G
Probability
4 19th Feb events.
and
Independence

1.3.1 Review sine, cosine and tangent as ratios of side

lengths in right-angled triangles. NOTE: Review exact
values in degrees only. Sadler 1. EX 1B – 1D
26th Feb Cosine and 1.3.4 Establish and use the cosine and sine rules, including
5
Sine Rules consideration of the ambiguous case and the formula
𝐴𝑟𝑒𝑎 = 𝑎𝑏 sin 𝐶 for the area of a triangle.

1.2.19 Understand the concept of a function as a mapping

between sets and a rule or a formula that defines one
variable quantity in terms of another.
1.2.20 Use function notation; determine domain and range;
recognise independent and dependent variables.

5th Mar Sadler 1. EX 3A

1.2.1 Recognise features of the graph of 𝑦 = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑐,
Functions;
(Public including its linear nature, its intercepts and its slope Test 1
6 Holiday – Lines & Linear Sadler 1. Chapter 4
or gradient. (7.5%)
Labour Day Relationships
6th Mar)
1.2.2 Determine the equation of a straight line given
sufficient information; including parallel and
perpendicular lines.

Sadler 1. EX 1E
7 11th Mar
 Lines & Linear 1.3.3 Examine the relationship between the angle of Sadler 1. EX 4A, 4B
Relationships inclination of a line and the gradient of that line.

1.2.3 Examine examples of quadratically related variables.

Quadratic
Relationships
NOTE: Review methods of factorising quadratic expressions
before addressing quadratic functions:
 highest common factor,
 difference of two squares,
 monic and non-monic trinomials,
 completing the square. Sadler 1. EX 3A

1.2.5 Solve quadratic equations, including the use of the Sadler 1. Chapter 5
Quadratic quadratic formula and completing the square.
8 18th Mar
Relationships Sadler 1. Chapter 6
1.2.4 Recognise features of the graphs of:
 𝑦=𝑥
 𝑦 = 𝑎(𝑥 − 𝑏) + 𝑐, and
 𝑦 = 𝑎(𝑥 − 𝑏)(𝑥 − 𝑐),
including their parabolic nature, turning points, axes
of symmetry and intercepts.

1.2.6 Determine the equation of a quadratic given Sadler 1. EX 3A

sufficient information.
25th Mar Quadratic Sadler 1. Chapter 5
9
Relationships 1.2.7 Determine turning points and zeroes of quadratics
and understand the role of the discriminant. Sadler 1. Chapter 6
 1.2.8 Recognise features of the graph of the general
quadratic 𝑦 = 𝑎𝑥 + 𝑏𝑥 + 𝑐.

1.2.20 Use function notation; determine domain and range;

recognise independent and dependent variables.

Solve applied algebraic, graphical and contextual

problems involving both linear and quadratic
EXTN
relationships.

TERM 2
DESCRIPTION ASSESSMENTS
WEEK DATE TOPIC REFERENCES
(Wednesday 8AM)
1.2.13 Expand quadratic and cubic polynomials from
factors.

1.2.14 Recognise features and determine equations of the

graphs of:
 𝑦=𝑥
 𝑦 = 𝑎(𝑥 − 𝑏) + 𝑐, and
15th Apr Sadler 1. EX 7A
Cubic  𝑦 = 𝑘(𝑥 − 𝑎)(𝑥 − 𝑏)(𝑥 − 𝑐),
1
Relationships including shape, intercepts and behaviour as 𝑥 →
∞ and 𝑥 → −∞.

1.2.15 Factorise cubic polynomials in cases where all roots

are given or easily obtained from the graph.
EXTN
Use the factor theorem and algebraic division
techniques to factorise cubic polynomials.
 1.2.16 Solve cubic equations using technology, and
algebraically where all roots are given or easily
obtained from the graph.
EXTN
Use the factor theorem and algebraic division
techniques to solve cubic polynomials.

1.2.20 Use function notation; determine domain and

range; recognise independent and dependent
variables.

1.2.11 Recognise features of the graphs of 𝑦 = 𝑥 for 𝑛 ∈

ℕ, including shape, and behaviour as 𝑥 → ∞ and
𝑥 → −∞.
22th Apr
1.2.12 Identify the coefficients and degree of a
Sadler 1. EX 7B
Powers and polynomial. Investigation 1
2 (Public
Holiday – Polynomials (10%)
Anzac Day Examine the properties of odd (𝑓(−𝑥) = −𝑓(𝑥))
25th Apr) and even (𝑓(−𝑥) = 𝑓(𝑥)) functions and distinguish
EXTN between odd and even functions compared to
polynomials of odd and even degree.

Powers and 1.2.20 Use function notation; determine domain and

Polynomials range; recognise independent and dependent
variables. Sadler 1. EX 3A
29th Apr Test 2
3 1.2.11 Recognise features of the graphs of 𝑦 = 𝑥 for Sadler 1. EX 7B
𝑛 = −1, including shape, and behaviour as 𝑥 → ∞
(7.5%)
and 𝑥 → −∞.
Inverse
Proportions 1.2.9 Examine examples of inverse proportion.
 1.2.10 Recognise features and determine equations of the
graphs of 𝑦 = and 𝑦 = , including their
hyperbolic shapes and their asymptotes.

1.2.21 Understand the concept of the graph of a function.

1.2.22 Examine translations and the graphs of 𝑦 = 𝑓(𝑥) +

𝑑 and 𝑦 = 𝑓(𝑥 − 𝑐).

1.2.23 Examine dilations (and reflections) and the graphs Sadler 1. EX 7B, 7C
4 6th May Functions of 𝑦 = 𝑎𝑓(𝑥) and 𝑦 = 𝑓(𝑏𝑥).

Apply a combination of transformations to all types

of functions above, noting the order of
EXTN transformations for 𝑓(𝑥) → 𝑎𝑓 𝑏(𝑥 − 𝑐) + 𝑑 as
"𝑏𝑐𝑎𝑑".

Topic 1.1: Sets, Counting & Probability

Topic 1.3: Trigonometry (Cosine, Sine & Area Rules)

Exam Revision Topic 1.2: Functions
5 13th May
Week
 Linear, Quadratic, Cubic, Hyperbolic
 Polynomials
 Direct & Inverse Proportion
 Function Transformations

6 20th May SEMESTER 1 EXAM BREAK

Semester 1 Exam
(15%)
7 27th May
SEMESTER 1 EXAM BREAK
 1.2.20 Use function notation; determine domain and
range; recognise independent and dependent
variables.

1.2.24 Recognise the distinction between functions and

relations and apply the vertical line test.
4th Jun Sadler 1. EX 3A
Functions & 1.2.11 Recognise features of the graphs of 𝑦 = 𝑥 for
8 (Public Graphs of Sadler 1. EX 7B, 7D
Holiday – 𝑛 = , including shape, and behaviour as 𝑥 → ∞
WA Day 3th
Relations
and 𝑥 → −∞.
Jun)

1.2.18 Recognise features of the graph of 𝑦 = 𝑥,

including its parabolic shape and its axis of
symmetry.
EXTN
Apply transformations 𝑦 → 𝑎(𝑏(𝑦 − 𝑐) ) + 𝑑.
Graphs of 1.2.17 Recognise features and determine equations of the
Relations graphs 𝑥 + 𝑦 = 𝑟 and (𝑥 − 𝑎) + (𝑦 − 𝑏) =
𝑟 , including their circular shape, their centres and Sadler 1. EX 7D
their radii.

1.3.7 Understand the unit circle definition of cos 𝜃 , sin 𝜃 Sadler 1. EX 1A, 1B,
and tan 𝜃 and periodicity using degrees. 1D
9 10th Jun
Radian 1.3.5 Define and use radian measure and understand its Sadler 1. EX 2B
Measure and relationship with degree measure.
Trigonometric Sadler 1. EX 8C
Functions
1.3.8 Recognise the exact values of sin 𝜃 , cos 𝜃 and tan 𝜃
at integer multiples of and .
 NOTE: Review right-angled and non-right-angled trigonometry
using radian measure.
1.3.6 Use radian measure to calculate lengths of arcs and
areas of sectors and segments in circles.
Circular
Measure EXTN Derive and use the formula for the length of a Sadler 1. EX 2A – 2C
chord.

10 17th Jun 1.3.9 Recognise the graphs of 𝑦 = sin 𝑥 , 𝑦 = cos 𝑥 and Sadler 1. EX 8A, 8B
𝑦 = tan 𝑥 on extended domains.
1.3.10 Examine amplitude changes and the graphs of
Trigonometric 𝑦 = 𝑎 sin 𝑥 and 𝑦 = 𝑎 cos 𝑥.
Functions
1.3.11 Examine period changes and the graphs of
𝑦 = sin 𝑏𝑥 , 𝑦 = cos 𝑏𝑥 and 𝑦 = tan 𝑏𝑥.
1.3.12 Examine phase changes and the graphs of
𝑦 = sin(𝑥 − 𝑐) , 𝑦 = cos(𝑥 − 𝑐) and 𝑦 = tan(𝑥 −
𝑐).

1.3.13 Examine the relationships sin 𝑥 + = cos 𝑥 and Sadler 1. EX 8A, 8B

Trigonometric
11 24th Jun cos 𝑥 − = sin 𝑥.
Functions

Apply a combination of transformations to all

trigonometric functions, noting the order of
EXTN
transformations for 𝑓(𝑥) → 𝑎𝑓 𝑏(𝑥 − 𝑐) + 𝑑 as
"𝑏𝑐𝑎𝑑".
 TERM 3
ASSESSMENT
WEEK DATE TOPIC DESCRIPTION REFERENCES
(Wednesday 8AM)
1.3.14 Prove and apply the angle sum and difference
identities.

16th Jul 1.3.16 Solve equations involving trigonometric functions

Sadler 1. EX 8D – 8F
Trigonometric using technology, and algebraically in simple cases.
1–2 (SDD –
Monday 15th
Functions
Jul) 1.3.15 Identify contexts suitable for modelling by
trigonometric functions and use them to solve
practical problems.

2.1.1 Review indices (including fraction and negative

Indices and indices) and the index laws. Sadler 2. EX 1A, 1B
2
22th Jul the Index
cont. 2.1.2 Use radicals and convert to and from fractional
Laws
indices.
2.1.4 Establish and use the algebraic properties of
exponential functions.

2.1.5 Recognise the qualitative features of the graph of

𝑦 = 𝑎 for 𝑎 > 0, including asymptotes, and of its
translations, 𝑦 = 𝑎 + 𝑑 and 𝑦 = 𝑎 . Sadler 2. EX 1B, EX 2A
Exponential
3 29th Jul
Functions EXTN Apply a combination of transformations to
exponential functions, 𝑓(𝑥) → 𝑎𝑓 𝑏(𝑥 − 𝑐) + 𝑑.

2.1.7 Solve equations involving exponential functions using

technology, and algebraically in simple cases.
 2.1.6 Identify contexts suitable for modelling by
exponential functions and use them to solve practical
problems.
Exponential Sadler 2. EX 2B
Test 3
4 5th Aug Functions
2.1.3 Understand and use scientific notation and significant (10%)
figures.

2.2.1 Recognise and use the recursive definition of an

arithmetic sequence, 𝑇 = 𝑇 + 𝑑.

2.2.2 Develop and use the formula 𝑇 = 𝑎 + (𝑛 − 1)𝑑 for

the general term of an arithmetic sequence and Sadler 2. Chapter 3
Arithmetic recognise its linear nature.
5 12th Aug Sequences & Sadler 2. EX 4A
Series 2.2.3 Use arithmetic sequences in contexts involving
discrete linear growth or decay, such as simple
interest.

2.2.4 Establish and use the formula for the sum of the first
𝑛 terms of an arithmetic sequence.
2.2.5 Recognise and use the recursive definition of a
geometric sequence, 𝑇 = 𝑟𝑇 .

2.2.6 Develop and use the formula 𝑇 = 𝑎𝑟 for the Sadler 2. Chapter 3
Geometric general term of a geometric sequence and recognise
6 19th Aug Sequences & its exponential nature. Sadler 2. EX 4B, 4C
Series
2.2.7 Understand the limiting behaviour as 𝑛 → ∞ of the
terms 𝑇 in a geometric sequence and its dependence
on the value of the common ratio 𝑟.
 2.2.8 Establish and use the formula 𝑆 = for the
( )

sum of the first 𝑛 terms of a geometric sequence.

NOTE: Understand the limiting behaviour as 𝑛 → ∞
and 𝑆 in a geometric series (i.e. sum to infinity).

2.2.9 Use geometric sequences (and series) in contexts

involving geometric growth or decay, such as
compound interest.
2.3.1 Interpret the difference quotient
( ) ( )
as the
average rate of change of a function 𝑓.

2.3.2 Use the Leibniz notation 𝛿𝑥 and 𝛿𝑦 for changes or

increments in the variables 𝑥 and 𝑦.
Sadler 2. EX 5A – 5C
Rates of
7 26th Aug
Change 2.3.3 Use the notation for the difference quotient
( ) ( )
where 𝑦 = 𝑓(𝑥).

2.3.4 Interpret the ratios

( ) ( )
and as the slope or
gradient of a chord or secant of the graph 𝑦 = 𝑓(𝑥).
The Concept 2.3.5 Examine the behaviour of the difference quotient
( ) ( )
of a as ℎ → 0 as an informal introduction to
Derivative the concept of a limit.
2.3.6 Define the derivative 𝑓 (𝑥) as lim
( ) ( )
.
8 2th Sept →
2.3.7 Use the Leibniz notation for the derivative
( ) ( )
= lim and the correspondence
→
= 𝑓 (𝑥) where 𝑦 = 𝑓(𝑥).
Sadler 2. EX 5D – 5F
 2.3.8 Interpret the derivative as the instantaneous rate of
change.
2.3.9 Interpret the derivative as the slope or gradient of a
Computation tangent line of the graph of 𝑦 = 𝑓(𝑥).
and
2.3.10 Estimate numerically the value of a derivative for
Properties of
simple power functions.
Derivatives
2.3.11 Examine examples of variable rates of change of non-
linear functions.

2.3.12 Establish the formula (𝑥 ) = 𝑛𝑥 for non-

negative integers 𝑛 expanding (𝑥 + ℎ) or by
factorising (𝑥 + ℎ) − 𝑥 .
2.3.13 Understand the concept of the derivative as a
function.

2.3.14 Identify and use linearity properties of the derivative.

2.3.15 Calculate derivatives of polynomials.

EXTN Define and examine the properties of limits and

calculate the limits of functions for 𝑥 → 𝑎
2.3.16 Determine instantaneous rates of change.

2.3.17 Determine the slope of a tangent and the equation of

a tangent.
Sadler 2. EX 6A, 6B
Applications Investigation 2
9 9th Sept
of Derivatives 2.3.20 Sketch curves associated with simple polynomials, (10%)
determine stationary points, and local and global
maxima and minima, and examine behaviour as
𝑥 → ∞ and 𝑥 → −∞.
 2.3.20 Sketch curves associated with simple polynomials,
determine stationary points, and local and global
maxima and minima, and examine behaviour as
𝑥 → ∞ and 𝑥 → −∞.
Sadler 2. EX 6C, 6D
Applications NOTE: Use the sign test and the second derivative
10 16th Sept
of Derivatives tests to determine the nature of stationary points

2.3.21 Solve optimisation problems arising in a variety of

contexts involving polynomials on finite interval
domains.

TERM 4
ASSESSMENT
WEEK DATE TOPIC DESCRIPTION REFERENCES
(Wednesday 8AM)

8th Oct
Sadler 2. Chapter 7
Anti-
1 (SDD – 2.3.22 Calculate anti-derivatives of polynomial functions.
Derivatives
Monday 7th
Oct)

2 14th Oct REVISION Introduction to Differential Calculus (2.3.1 – 17, 2.3.20 – 22) Additional Resources

2.3.18 Construct and interpret position-time graphs with

Applications velocity as the slope of the tangent.
Sadler 2. Chapter 8
of Derivatives Test 4
3 21th Oct
& Anti- 2.3.19 Recognise velocity as the first derivative of (15%)
Derivatives displacement with respect to time.
 Recognise acceleration as the first derivative of
EXTN velocity with respect to time and hence, the second
derivative of displacement with respect to time.
Sadler Miscellaneous
Exam Revision Topic 2.2: Sequences and Series
4 28th Oct Exercises & Additional
Week
Resources

Semester 2 Exam
5 4th Nov SEMESTER 2 EXAM BREAK
(25%)

6 11th Nov SEMESTER 2 EXAM BREAK

7 18th Nov SEMESTER 2 EXAM BREAK

8 25th Nov NON-TEACHING WEEK

9 2th Dec EXAMINATION REVIEW & FEEDBACK (Wed to Fri)

10 9th Dec NON-TEACHING WEEK

 ASSESSMENT OUTLINE 2024 Mathematics Methods AEMAM
Task
Assessment Task and Description Units Content (Dot Points) Timing
Weighting
Response – Test 1
1.1.1 – 1.1.15,
Counting, Probability and Trigonometry – Sets, Language of Events
1 1.3.13 – 1.3.16 7.5% Term 1 Week 6
and Sets, Combinations, Foundations of Probability, Conditional
1.3.1, 1.3.4
Probability & Independence, Right and Non-right triangles.
1.1.1 – 1.1.15,
Investigation 1 – Probability 1 1.3.13 – 1.3.16 10% Term 2 Week 2

Response – Test 2 1.3.3,

Functions & Graphs – Functions, Linear, Quadratic and Cubic 1 1.2.1 – 1.2.10, 7.5% Term 2 Week 3
Relationships, Polynomials 1.2.11 - 1.2.16, 1.2.20
All of the above
Semester One Examination 1 + 15% Term 2 Week 6 & 7
1.2.21 – 1.2.23
Response – Test 3
1.2.15 - 1.2.24,
Functions and Graphs – Graphs of Relations, Exponentials
1/2 1.3.2, 1.3.5 – 1.3.16 10% Term 3 Week 4
Trigonometry – Radian and Circular Measure,
2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.4-2.1.7
Trigonometric Functions
Investigation 2 – Exponential Functions and/or 2.1.1 – 2.1.7
2 10% Term 3 Week 9
Sequences & Series 2.2.1 – 2.2.9
Response – Test 4
2.3.1 – 2.3.17
Introduction to Differential Calculus – Rates of Change, 2 15% Term 4 Week 3
2.3.20 – 2.3.22
Derivatives, Applications of Derivatives, Anti-Derivatives

Semester Two Examination 1&2 All of Unit 1 & Unit 2 25% Term 4 Weeks 5 – 7