NATIONAL 5 MATHEMATICS
AIMS OF THE COURSE
Mathematics is important in everyday life, allowing us to make sense of the world around us and to manage our lives.
Using mathematics enables us to model real-life situations and make connections and informed predictions. It equips us with the skills we need to interpret and analyse information, simplify and solve problems, assess risk and make informed decisions.
RECOMMENDED ENTRY
Entry to this Course is at the discretion of the centre.
However, learners would normally be expected to have attained the skills and knowledge required by the following or by equivalent qualifications and/or experience:
COURSE DETAILS
This Course enables learners to acquire mathematical and numerical skills and apply them in a variety of real-life situations.
In addition, learners will develop thinking skills and will gain experience in making informed decisions.
Mathematics: Expressions and Formulae (National 5)
The general aim of this Unit is to develop skills linked to mathematical expressions and formulae.
These include the manipulation of abstract terms, the simplification of expressions and the evaluation of formulae.
The Outcomes cover aspects of number, algebra, geometry and reasoning.
Mathematics: Relationships (National 5)
The general aim of this Unit is to develop skills linked to mathematical relationships.
These include solving and manipulating equations, working with graphs and carrying out calculations on the lengths and angles of shapes.
The Outcomes cover aspects of algebra, geometry, trigonometry and reasoning.
Mathematics: Applications (National 5)
The general aim of this Unit is to develop skills linked to applications of mathematics.
These include using trigonometry, geometry, number processes and statistics within real life contexts.
The Outcomes cover aspects of these skills and also skills in reasoning.
To gain the award of the Course, the learner must pass all of the Units as well as the Course assessment.
The required Units are shown in the Course outline section.
Course.assessment will provide the basis for grading attainment in the Course award.
SKILLS
This Course will develop the learners' ability to:
UNIT ASSESSMENT
All Units are internally assessed against the requirements shown in the Unit Specification.
They can be assessed on a Unit-by-Unit basis or by combined assessment.
They will be assessed on a pass/fail basis within centres.
SQA will provide rigorous external quality assurance, including external verification, to ensure assessment judgements are consistent and meet national standards.
The assessment of the Units in this Course will be as follows.
Mathematics: Expressions and Formulae (National 5)
Learners who complete this Unit will be able to:
Learners who complete this Unit will be able to:
Mathematics: Applications (National 5)
Learners who complete this Unit will be able to:
COURSE ASSESSMENT
Courses from National 4 to Advanced Higher include assessment of added value.
At National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher, the added value will be assessed in the Course assessment.
The added value for the Course must address the key purposes and aims of the Course, as defined in the Course
HOMEWORK
Pupils will be issued with short nightly homework and weekly formal homework to develop their skills.
This homework will be used to monitor and track the pupils performance in National 5.
HOW CAN PARENTS / CARERS HELP?
Doing the following will help your child to become a more skilled mathematician:
PROGRESSION
Higher Mathematics
Mathematics is important in everyday life, allowing us to make sense of the world around us and to manage our lives.
Using mathematics enables us to model real-life situations and make connections and informed predictions. It equips us with the skills we need to interpret and analyse information, simplify and solve problems, assess risk and make informed decisions.
RECOMMENDED ENTRY
Entry to this Course is at the discretion of the centre.
However, learners would normally be expected to have attained the skills and knowledge required by the following or by equivalent qualifications and/or experience:
- National 4 Mathematics Course or relevant component Units
- Successful completion of the majority of experiences and outcomes at Level 4
COURSE DETAILS
This Course enables learners to acquire mathematical and numerical skills and apply them in a variety of real-life situations.
In addition, learners will develop thinking skills and will gain experience in making informed decisions.
Mathematics: Expressions and Formulae (National 5)
The general aim of this Unit is to develop skills linked to mathematical expressions and formulae.
These include the manipulation of abstract terms, the simplification of expressions and the evaluation of formulae.
The Outcomes cover aspects of number, algebra, geometry and reasoning.
Mathematics: Relationships (National 5)
The general aim of this Unit is to develop skills linked to mathematical relationships.
These include solving and manipulating equations, working with graphs and carrying out calculations on the lengths and angles of shapes.
The Outcomes cover aspects of algebra, geometry, trigonometry and reasoning.
Mathematics: Applications (National 5)
The general aim of this Unit is to develop skills linked to applications of mathematics.
These include using trigonometry, geometry, number processes and statistics within real life contexts.
The Outcomes cover aspects of these skills and also skills in reasoning.
To gain the award of the Course, the learner must pass all of the Units as well as the Course assessment.
The required Units are shown in the Course outline section.
Course.assessment will provide the basis for grading attainment in the Course award.
SKILLS
This Course will develop the learners' ability to:
- understand and use mathematical concepts and relationships
- select and apply operational skills in algebra, geometry, trigonometry and statistics within mathematical contexts
- select and apply skills in numeracy
- use mathematical models
- use mathematical reasoning skills to interpret information, to select a strategy to solve a problem, and to communicate solution
UNIT ASSESSMENT
All Units are internally assessed against the requirements shown in the Unit Specification.
They can be assessed on a Unit-by-Unit basis or by combined assessment.
They will be assessed on a pass/fail basis within centres.
SQA will provide rigorous external quality assurance, including external verification, to ensure assessment judgements are consistent and meet national standards.
The assessment of the Units in this Course will be as follows.
Mathematics: Expressions and Formulae (National 5)
Learners who complete this Unit will be able to:
- use mathematical operational skills linked to expressions and formulae
- use mathematical reasoning skills linked to expressions and formulae
Learners who complete this Unit will be able to:
- use mathematical operational skills linked to relationships
- use mathematical reasoning skills linked to relationships
Mathematics: Applications (National 5)
Learners who complete this Unit will be able to:
- use mathematical operational skills linked to applications
- use mathematical reasoning skills linked to applications
COURSE ASSESSMENT
Courses from National 4 to Advanced Higher include assessment of added value.
At National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher, the added value will be assessed in the Course assessment.
The added value for the Course must address the key purposes and aims of the Course, as defined in the Course
HOMEWORK
Pupils will be issued with short nightly homework and weekly formal homework to develop their skills.
This homework will be used to monitor and track the pupils performance in National 5.
HOW CAN PARENTS / CARERS HELP?
Doing the following will help your child to become a more skilled mathematician:
- Ensure that your childs notes are kept up to date each week and make sure they are neat and well presented.
- Ask questions about the work your child has covered in class each week.
- Encourage your child to relate their mathematics to everyday situations.
- Encourage your child to practise problem solving skills needed to complete homework and assessments
PROGRESSION
Higher Mathematics