PDC106144: Linear Equations and Inequalities

Micro-credential Summary:

Mathematics is used to solve many types of problems. This online micro-credential will introduce you to solving systems of linear equations and simultaneous equations. You will also learn how to solve linear inequalities and absolute value equations.

Students who successfully complete the set of 9 micro-credentials* developed from the unit MATH40228, Intermediate Mathematics for University, (which forms part of the Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) CL03), may be eligible for credit transfer, pending all other entry requirements to the Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) CL03 are being met, as automatic entry will not apply.

*Includes the following micro-credentials:

1.     PDC106144 Linear Equations and Inequalities
2.     PDC106278 Quadratic Equations
3.     PDC106279 Logarithms and Exponential Equations
4.     PDC106280 Introduction to Geometry and Trigonometry 
5.     PDC106281 Ratio, Proportion, and Variation
6.     PDC106282 Sequences and Series
7.     PDC106283 Statistics
8.     PDC106284 Intermediate Mathematics - Elective Module
9.     PDC87417 Intermediate Mathematics - Concepts and Skills: Assessment Module.

This online micro-credential provides a non-creditable micro-credential and digital badge which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.

Learning Outcomes:

1.     Check if an ordered pair is a solution to a system of linear equations
2.     Solve systems of linear equations using the substitution method, elimination method and graphical method
3.     Develop and solve a system of linear equations for application problems
4.     Solve linear inequalities and compound inequalities
5.     Graph linear inequalities
6.     Solve absolute value equations and inequalities.

Assessment: One Exam (Downloaded document with 24 hours to complete and submit).

Fee: $315

Duration: 25 hours

Intakes: Enrolments are taken throughout the year on a continuous basis.

Study Mode: Online

Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations: 

Undertaking this micro-credential provides students with information, skills and strategies to help them succeed in higher education. These skills are transferable to contexts beyond study. Upon successful completion of the micro-credential, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a creditable micro-credential (Digital Badge) and a Certificate of Completion.

Students who successfully complete the set of nine micro-credentials* developed from the unit MATH40228 Intermediate Mathematics for University, (which forms part of the Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) CL03), may be eligible for credit transfer, pending all other entry requirements to the Skills for Tertiary Education Preparatory Studies (STEPS) CL03 are being met, as automatic entry will not apply.

*Includes the following micro-credentials:

1.     PDC106144 Linear Equations and Inequalities                 
2.     PDC106278 Quadratic Equations
3.     PDC106279 Logarithms and Exponential Equations
4.     PDC106280 Introduction to Geometry and Trigonometry 
5.     PDC106281 Ratio, Proportion, and Variation
6.     PDC106282 Sequences and Series
7.     PDC106283 Statistics
8.     PDC106284 Intermediate Mathematics - Elective Module
9.     PDC87417 Intermediate Mathematics - Concepts and Skills: Assessment Module.

This online micro-credential provides a creditable micro-credential and digital badge which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.

Course Enquiries: ProgramManager_AccessEd@cqu.edu.au