Print Getting Ready for Functional Skills Maths - Level 1
WD0148
(Women Only)
Do you want to gain a Level 1 Functional Skills Maths? Do you need to test your abilities before attempting the qualification course? Then this Getting Ready for Level 1 Functional Skills Maths course is the course for you. It will prepare you for progressing onto the Level 1 Functional Skills Maths course and familiarise you with its content, level and expectations. You will need to complete and pass an initial assessment before starting this course.
Course Content
This course is about preparing you to start a Level 1 Functional Skills Maths course. It is designed for anyone who already has a good level of everyday Maths. The course will mirror the Level 1 Functional Skills Maths course and will act as an introduction to the Level 1 Functional Skills Maths course. You will study and be assessed on many of the topics/skills which you will need on the Level 1 Functional Skills Maths course. Some of those topic areas are listed below-
NUMBER
Read, write, order and compare large numbers (up to one million)
Recognise and use positive and negative numbers
Multiply and divide whole numbers and decimals by 1, 1, 1
Use multiplication facts and make connections with division facts
Use simple formulae expressed in words for one or two-step operations
Calculate the squares of one-digit and two-digit numbers
Follow the order of precedence of operators
Read, write, order and compare common fractions and mixed numbers
Find fractions of whole number quantities or measurements
Read, write, order and compare decimals up to three decimal places
Add, subtract, multiply and divide decimals up to two decimal places
Approximate by rounding to a whole number or to one or two decimal places
Read, write, order and compare percentages in whole numbers
Calculate percentages of quantities, including simple percentage increases and decreases by 5% and multiples thereof
Estimate answers to calculations using fractions and decimals
Recognise and calculate equivalences between common fractions, percentages and decimals
Work with simple ratio and direct proportions
MEASURE SHAPE AND SPACE
Calculate simple interest in multiples of 5% on amounts of money
Calculate discounts in multiples of 5% on amounts of money
Convert between units of length, weight, capacity, money and time, in the same system
Recognise and make use of simple scales on maps and drawings
Calculate the area and perimeter of simple shapes including those that are made up of a combination of rectangles
Calculate the volumes of cubes and cuboids
Draw 2-D shapes and demonstrate an understanding of line symmetry and knowledge of the relative size of angles
Interpret plans, elevations and nets of simple 3-D shapes
Use angles when describing position and direction, and measure angles in degrees
HANDLING DATA
Represent discrete data in tables, diagrams and charts including pie charts, bar charts and line graphs
Group discrete data and represent grouped data graphically
Find the mean and range of a set of quantities
Understand probability on a scale from (impossible) to 1 (certain) and use probabilities to compare the likelihood of events
Use equally likely outcomes to find the probabilities of simple events and express them as fractions of combined events, and recording the information using diagrams or tables
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for this course you must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.
In order to enrol onto this Level 1 Functional Skills Maths course, you need to have established Maths skills at Level 1 on the BKSB initial assessment as a minimum. The BKSB initial assessment is a computer-based screening assessment to indicate and evidence your current level of Maths. As well as the required level of Maths, you should also have language skills corresponding to Level 1 as a minimum. This can be evidenced through the initial screening or a Functional Skills Level 1 English or above (you need to bring evidence of this).
First Class Requirements
You should bring along an A4 writing pad as well as a selection of pens. We recommend that you also have a scientific calculator. You need to bring these resources with you to each session unless directed by the tutor.
Attendance Requirements
To successfully complete this course, you must commit to 100% attendance and punctuality.
Assessment Methods
Your maths skills will be assessed and developed through a folder of work and the use of an PLP (Personal Learning Plan). Your evidence, or work, - which you produce as you progress through the course - will be gathered in and marked by your tutor.
Further Study Options
You can progress to Level 1 Maths course.
Additional Information
You are expected to have a standard Geometry Set, a 30 cm Ruler, an A4 writing pad, a ring-binder or folders as well as pencils, a rubber and a highlighting pen. You will also need a Scientific calculator - preferably one of the Casio FX series which will cost about £10.00.
You should bring your materials to every class.
