Overview
Fundamental Mathematics for University introduces foundational concepts, rules and methods of elementary mathematics. You will complete regular module reviews and use the feedback to develop a unified body of knowledge in the fundamentals of mathematics. Topics include operations, percentages, introductory algebra, simple equation solving, exponents, linear equations, introductory statistics, and units and conversions. This provides a foundation for further study in mathematics and a broad range of other academic disciplines.
Details
Pre-requisites or Co-requisites
There are no requisites for this unit.
Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
Offerings For Term 1 - 2025
Attendance Requirements
All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes - in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).
Recommended Student Time Commitment
Each 6-credit Non-award unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.
Class Timetable
Assessment Overview
Assessment Grading
This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of 'pass' in order to pass the unit. If any 'pass/fail' tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully ('pass' grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the 'assessment task' section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University's Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.
All University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.
You may wish to view these policies:
- Grades and Results Policy
- Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework)
- Review of Grade Procedure
- Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure - Domestic Students
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure - International Students
- Student Refund and Credit Balance Policy and Procedure
- Student Feedback - Compliments and Complaints Policy and Procedure
- Information and Communications Technology Acceptable Use Policy and Procedure
This list is not an exhaustive list of all University policies. The full list of University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.
Feedback, Recommendations and Responses
Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.
Feedback from Staff Comments
Some students are attempting assessments before completing the textbook activities, thereby missing out on valuable learning.
Review assessments to encourage or require students to complete the activities in the textbook before attempting assessments.
Feedback from Staff Comments
Students liked the ability to attempt the module review quizzes multiple times.
Continue to enhance the bank of quiz questions to allow multiple attempts.
Feedback from Unit Evaluations
Students generally liked the instructional videos, but noted that more examples are needed for the applied questions.
Complete a review of all instructional video resources. Based on this review, upgrade and add new instructional video resources. Continue to record live classes and make them available via Moodle.
Feedback from Unit Evaluations
Positive student comments on the overall structure of the unit, including the content and structure of the Moodle site.
Continue with the current structure of the unit and the Moodle site.
- Recall fundamental mathematical concepts and techniques such as operations, percentages, introductory algebra, simple equation solving, exponents, linear equations, introductory statistics and units and conversions.
- Apply appropriate mathematical techniques
- Develop solutions to applied mathematical problems
- Reflect on assessment to improve mathematical comprehension
- Analyse information using mathematical techniques
- Communicate mathematical solutions.
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes
| Assessment Tasks | Learning Outcomes | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | |
| 1 - Written Assessment - 0% | ||||||
| 2 - Take Home Exam - 40% | ||||||
| 3 - Take Home Exam - 60% | ||||||
Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes
| Graduate Attributes | Learning Outcomes | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | |
| 1 - Self Management | ||||||
| 2 - Communication | ||||||
| 3 - Information Literacy | ||||||
| 4 - Information Technology Competence | ||||||
| 5 - Problem Solving | ||||||
| 6 - Critical Thinking | ||||||
| 7 - Cross-Cultural Competence | ||||||
| 8 - Ethical Practice | ||||||
| 9 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures | ||||||
| 10 - First Nations Knowledges | ||||||
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Graduate Attributes
| Assessment Tasks | Graduate Attributes | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | |
| 1 - Written Assessment - 0% | ||||||||||
| 2 - Take Home Exam - 40% | ||||||||||
Textbooks
Fundamental Mathematics for University
- Edition: 9 (2021)
- Authors: Sharon Cohalan
- CQUniversity Australia
- Rockhampton Rockhampton , Queensland , Australia
- ISBN: CQUniversity Australia
The textbook required for Fundamental Mathematics for University (FMU) is available on the unit Moodle site. All modules can be downloaded and printed individually or together, using the link to each module or textbook publication. We strongly advise you to print out your own copy of the modules or textbook publications. You will need a hard copy to complete activities and take notes. The textbooks cannot be purchased from the CQUniversity Bookshop. Your Access Coordinator can provide you with advice on printing options.
- Binding: Spiral
The textbook required for Fundamental Mathematics for University (FMU) is available on the unit Moodle site. All modules can be downloaded and printed individually or together, using the link to each module or textbook publication. We strongly advise you to print out your own copy of the modules or textbook publications. You will need a hard copy to complete activities and take notes. The textbooks cannot be purchased from the CQUniversity Bookshop. Your Access Coordinator can provide you with advice on printing options.
IT Resources
- CQUniversity Student Email
- Internet
- Unit Website (Moodle)
- Microsoft Office or similar
- Computer- ability to access study materials, including instructional videos & upload assessment. Printer for printing assessment. Scanner or equivalent for uploading assessment.
All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: Harvard (author-date)
For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.
c.hayes@cqu.edu.au
p.piacun@cqu.edu.au
Week 1
Begin Date: 10 Mar 2025Module/Topic
STMA - The Study of Mathematics
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 2
Begin Date: 17 Mar 2025Module/Topic
OPER - Basic Operations with Numbers
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
STMA Module Review Due: Week 2 Tuesday (18 March) at 9 am AEST.
Week 3
Begin Date: 24 Mar 2025Module/Topic
OPER - Basic Operations with Numbers
PERC - Percentages
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
OPER Module Review Due: Week 3 Friday (28 March) at 9 am AEST.
Week 4
Begin Date: 31 Mar 2025Module/Topic
ALG1 - Introduction to Algebra
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
PERC Module Review Due: Week 4 Friday (4 April) at 9 am AEST.
Week 5
Begin Date: 07 Apr 2025Module/Topic
ALG1 - Introduction to Algebra
EQN1 - Solving Algebraic Equations
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
ALG1 Module Review Due: Week 5 Friday (11 April) at 9 am AEST.
Vacation Week
Begin Date: 14 Apr 2025Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Assessment Test A will be released on Thursday 17 April at 9:00 am AEST.
University non-teaching week.
Week 6
Begin Date: 21 Apr 2025Module/Topic
EQN1 - Solving Algebraic Equations
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 7
Begin Date: 28 Apr 2025Module/Topic
STAT - Introduction to Statistics
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
EQN1 Module Review Due: Week 7 Tuesday (29 April) at 9.00 am AEST.
Week 8
Begin Date: 05 May 2025Module/Topic
LINE - Graphs and Linear Equations
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
STAT Module Review Due: Week 8 Tuesday (6 May) at 9.00 am AEST.
Week 9
Begin Date: 12 May 2025Module/Topic
LINE - Graphs and Linear Equations
EXPO - Exponents
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Week 10
Begin Date: 19 May 2025Module/Topic
EXPO - Exponents
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
LINE Module Review Due: Week 10 Tuesday (20 May) at 9.00 am AEST.
Week 11
Begin Date: 26 May 2025Module/Topic
UNCN - Units and Conversion
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
EXPO Module Review Due: Week 11 Tuesday (27 May) at 9.00 am AEST.
Week 12
Begin Date: 02 Jun 2025Module/Topic
UNCN - Units and Conversion
REVIEW
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
UNCN Module Review Due: Week 12 Friday (6 June) at 9.00 am AEST.
Review/Exam Week
Begin Date: 09 Jun 2025Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Assessment Test B will be released on Thursday 12 June at 9:00 am AEST.
ASSESSMENT TEST B Due: Review/Exam Week Friday (13 June 2025) 9:00 am AEST
Review/Exam Week
Begin Date: 16 Jun 2025Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
See Moodle for individual teaching contacts for the term.
Unit Coordinator:
Dr Clinton Hayes
(07) 49309246
c.hayes@cqu.edu.au
Rockhampton North Campus 32/G.39
1 Written Assessment
You will complete nine modules in MATH40237 (from the Fundamental Mathematics for University Textbook).
At the conclusion of each module you must complete the corresponding Module Review. These are available on the MATH40237 Moodle site, along with the due date for each.
The Module Reviews are completed as assignments with no supervision necessary.
The purpose of these reviews is to monitor your progress throughout the term, allowing you to identify any concepts that require further review. The reviews also provide a basis for communication between you and your tutor.
You must achieve an overall average of 50% across the nine Module Reviews in order to be awarded a PASS for Assessment Task 1.
You must pass Assessment Task 1 in order to be eligible to pass MATH40237 provided all other conditions are met.
Module Reviews are due on the day specified in the Unit Profile Schedule. A detailed version of this schedule can be found on the MATH40237 Moodle site.
Module Reviews will be returned via the unit's Moodle site seven (7) days from the due date or the submission date, whichever is later.
Marks for each question in the Module Reviews will be allocated for the following:
- using appropriate setting out
- following correct mathematical protocols
- showing all correct steps in the solution
- answering the questions asked, where appropriate
- finding the correct answer.
- Recall fundamental mathematical concepts and techniques such as operations, percentages, introductory algebra, simple equation solving, exponents, linear equations, introductory statistics and units and conversions.
- Apply appropriate mathematical techniques
- Develop solutions to applied mathematical problems
- Reflect on assessment to improve mathematical comprehension
- Analyse information using mathematical techniques
- Communicate mathematical solutions.
- Self Management
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Ethical Practice
2 Take Home Exam
Assessment Test A (ATA) is in the form of a take home exam and will be made available via the MATH40237 Moodle site on Thursday 17 April at 9am. Assessment Test A should take you three (3) hours to complete.
You will be given a 6 day time-frame (due to the public holidays) to access and download the test from the MATH40237 Moodle site, complete it and upload it back.
Assessment Test A covers material from the STMA, OPER, PERC and ALG1 modules.
You are expected to successfully complete the relevant Module Reviews for these modules before attempting Assessment Test A.
This take home exam is not a supervised assessment item and you are required to do your own work, maintaining academic integrity and honesty at all times.
Week 6 Wednesday (23 Apr 2025) 9:00 am AEST
Assessment Test A is to be uploaded as one (1) pdf file via the ASSESSMENT link on the MATH40237 Moodle site. Late submissions are not accepted. Students who have a deferred assessment approved will be given a different version of the Take Home Exam to complete on a revised due date and time.
Assessment Test A (mark only) will be returned via the unit's Moodle site 10 working days from the due date or the submission date, whichever is later.
Assessment Criteria
Marks for each question will be allocated for the following:
- using appropriate setting out
- following correct mathematical protocols taught in this unit
- showing all correct steps in the solution
- answering the question, where appropriate
- finding the correct answer.
- Apply appropriate mathematical techniques
- Develop solutions to applied mathematical problems
- Analyse information using mathematical techniques
- Communicate mathematical solutions.
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Ethical Practice
3 Take Home Exam
Assessment Test B (ATB) is in the form of a take home exam and will be made available via the FMU Moodle site on Thursday 12 June at 9am. This test should take you three (3) hours to complete.
You will be given a 24 hour time-frame to access and download the test from the FMU Moodle site, complete it and upload it back. It is due Friday 13 June at 9am
Assessment Test B covers material from the EQN1, LINE, STAT, EXPO and UNCN modules.
You are expected to successfully complete the relevant Module Reviews for these modules before attempting Assessment Test B.
This take home exam is not a supervised assessment item and you are required to do your own work, maintaining academic integrity and honesty at all times.
Review/Exam Week Friday (13 June 2025) 9:00 am AEST
Assessment Test B is to be uploaded as one (1) pdf file via the ASSESSMENT link on the FMU Moodle site. Late submissions are not accepted. Students who have a deferred assessment approved will be given a different version of the Take Home Exam to complete on a revised due date and time.
Assessment Test B (mark only) will be returned via the unit's Moodle site on Certification of Grades.
Marks for each question will be allocated for the following:
- using appropriate setting out
- following correct mathematical protocols taught in this unit
- showing all correct steps in the solution
- answering the question, where appropriate
- finding the correct answer.
- Recall fundamental mathematical concepts and techniques such as operations, percentages, introductory algebra, simple equation solving, exponents, linear equations, introductory statistics and units and conversions.
- Recall fundamental mathematical concepts and techniques such as operations, percentages, introductory algebra, simple equation solving, exponents, linear equations, introductory statistics and units and conversions.
- Apply appropriate mathematical techniques
- Develop solutions to applied mathematical problems
- Analyse information using mathematical techniques
- Communicate mathematical solutions.
As a CQUniversity student you are expected to act honestly in all aspects of your academic work.
Any assessable work undertaken or submitted for review or assessment must be your own work. Assessable work is any type of work you do to meet the assessment requirements in the unit, including draft work submitted for review and feedback and final work to be assessed.
When you use the ideas, words or data of others in your assessment, you must thoroughly and clearly acknowledge the source of this information by using the correct referencing style for your unit. Using others’ work without proper acknowledgement may be considered a form of intellectual dishonesty.
Participating honestly, respectfully, responsibly, and fairly in your university study ensures the CQUniversity qualification you earn will be valued as a true indication of your individual academic achievement and will continue to receive the respect and recognition it deserves.
As a student, you are responsible for reading and following CQUniversity’s policies, including the Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure. This policy sets out CQUniversity’s expectations of you to act with integrity, examples of academic integrity breaches to avoid, the processes used to address alleged breaches of academic integrity, and potential penalties.
What is a breach of academic integrity?
A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.
Why is academic integrity important?
A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.
Where can I get assistance?
For academic advice and guidance, the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) can support you in becoming confident in completing assessments with integrity and of high standard.
What can you do to act with integrity?
