Maths Skills 1 - Introductory
- basic algebra: simplifying algebraic expressions, indices and index laws, substitution into algebraic expressions and formulae, and solving linear equations
- basic arithmetic: operations, place value, order of operations, directed numbers, scientific notation, exact and approximate answers, rounding, decimals, fractions, percentages, ratios and rates.
If the course you’re about to study includes maths and you feel like you need a refresher, this subject is for you!
You’ll learn foundational and non-calculator skills and cover topics such as basic arithmetic and basic algebra. If you need to extend your learning, you can progress through to the next level of our short mathematics subjects.
Topics covered in this short introductory subject include:
All of your learning materials for this subject are provided online, and you will have a dedicated subject coordinator to help guide you throughout your Study Link term.
| Session | CRN | Subject code | Subject name | Mode | Campus/Location | Term begins | Application closing date | Term ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 202515 | 392 | SSS071 | Maths Skills 1 - Introductory | Distance | Orange | 28/10/2024 | 31/01/2025 | 2/05/2025 |
| 202545 | 270 | SSS071 | Maths Skills 1 - Introductory | Distance | Orange | 17/02/2025 | 6/06/2025 | 15/08/2025 |
| 202575 | 414 | SSS071 | Maths Skills 1 - Introductory | Distance | Orange | 23/06/2025 | 19/09/2025 | 19/12/2025 |
Study material: 14 hrs
Subject Coordinator: Dr. Fleur Stelling
This subject will be useful if you're studying:
- Any tertiary course that requires Basic Maths knowledge
- Maths MTH100 if you are a first year student at Charles Sturt University with this subject choice. You can check your course details in the Online Course Brochure section of the University website.