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Apply an expanding range of mathematical calculations for work

Apply an expanding range of mathematical calculations for work

Unit of competency
National Code
FSKNUM21
State Code
WG298
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/03/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/01/2015
Field of Education
120103 - Literacy And Numeracy Programmes
Original Release Date
30/01/2015
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge to extract and evaluate mathematical information and make a range of calculations including positive and negative numbers, rates and ratios, and powers and roots.This unit applies to individuals who need numeracy skills at Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) level 4 to undertake a vocational training pathway or workplace tasks.This unit is designed for integration and contextualisation with vocational units to support achievement of vocational competency.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Extract and interpret mathematical information
  • 1.1 Extract mathematical information embedded in a range of workplace tasks and texts
  • 1.2 Interpret and comprehend mathematical information
2. Undertake mathematical calculations involving multiple steps
  • 2.1 Select from and use a range of mathematical and problem solving processes
  • 2.2 Flexibly use different forms of fractions, decimals and percentages
  • 2.3 Calculate with positive and negative numbers
  • 2.4 Express numbers as powers and roots and use in calculations
  • 2.5 Calculate using routine formulas
3. Check and communicate results
  • 3.1 Use estimation and assessment processes to check outcome
  • 3.2 Use mathematical language to discuss and explain the processes, results and implications of the task
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBL12 FSKNUM021 Apply an expanding range of arithmetical calculations for work Unit of competency