Get ahead in maths: entry 3

Get ahead with your maths skills. Learn about fractions and decimals and use your skills in everyday situations such as shopping, DIY and banking. When you complete the first term of the course you can carry on in January. By the end of the year you will be ready to take an entry 3 exam.

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Key course information

Dates
07/01/12 - 14/07/12

Day(s)
Sat

Duration
26 weeks

Time
10:00 - 13:00

Fees
Full fee: £0
Senior fee: £0
Concession: £0

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
BNE32W*

Availability
Contact department

This course is full

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Course outline

What is the course about?

This course will help you develop your maths skills for everyday use. You will learn to estimate, measure, use fractions and understand decimals. You will learn to use your skills in everyday situations such as shopping, DIY and banking. You will take an entry 3 exam at the end of this course.

What topics will we cover?

-using graphs and charts
-using numbers to add, take away, multiply and divide
-fractions and decimals
-calculator work and checking calculations
-measuring and comparing shape and size using metric and imperial units
-handling and managing data.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

-understand and use whole numbers to 1000
-add and subtract with three digit numbers
-multiply and divide two digit numbers by single digit figures
-estimate calculations and check accuracy
-approximate by rounding numbers less than 1000 to the nearest 10 or 100
-read, write and understand common fractions and decimals
-read, measure and record time
-read and interpret distance
-read, estimate, measure and compare length, weight and capacity using metric and imperial units
-extract information from lists, tables, diagrams and simple charts
-recognise, name and draw 2D and 3D shapes.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course is for fluent speakers of English. You should be able to recognise and use whole numbers up to 100, use halves and quarters, add, subtract, multiply and divide numbers, calculate the cost and change from shopping and compare some measurements.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Teaching will be in a supportive group setting, which involves pair and small group work. The interactive whiteboard and computers will help your learning. Handouts and worksheets will allow you to build up a folder of work. You will be given homework on a regular basis.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

You will need a pen, some lined A4 paper and a file to keep your work in. Your tutor will provide handouts and worksheets.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. Your tutor will give you verbal feedback as a group during the session, and written feedback on the paper exercises you do. You will decide individual learning goals with your tutor and see your progress over the term by keeping a folder of work.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses. You will be able to talk to your tutor in one to one meetings about your learning (tutorials) or ask to speak to the tutor. Your tutor will ask for your feedback as a group at different times during the session and in course reviews. You will be able to formally record your views on the course at the end.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students You can discuss any support you need at the assessment and enrolment session or with your tutor during the course.

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

When you successfully complete this course and pass the entry 3 exam, you can join a maths level 1 course.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2511

skills@citylit.ac.uk

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
03/01/12 to 10/07/12	Mon+Tue	10:00 - 12:00	26 weeks	£0	£0	£0	BNE32D	Contact department	» Select
07/01/12 to 14/07/12	Sat	10:00 - 13:00	26 weeks	£0	£0	£0	BNE32W	Full	» Select
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