The document outlines the aims, objectives, content, coursework, scheme of assessment, and references for a pre-university mathematics syllabus in Malaysia. The syllabus is designed to develop understanding of mathematical concepts, problem solving skills, and applications related to science and technology. It covers topics in algebra and geometry, calculus, and statistics. Coursework includes assignments and a viva to enhance understanding of processes, applications, and develop soft skills. Students are assessed through written tests and coursework.
2. AIMS
The Mathematics (T) syllabus is designed to
provide a framework for a pre-university
course that enables candidates to develop
the understanding of mathematical concepts
and mathematical thinking, and acquire skills
in problem solving and the applications of
mathematics related to science and
technology.
3. OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the syllabus are to enable
candidates to
(a) use mathematical concepts, terminology and
notation;
(b) display and interpret mathematical
information in tabular, diagrammatic and graphical
forms;
(c) identify mathematical patterns and structures
in a variety of situations;
(d) use appropriate mathematical models in
different contexts;
4. (e) apply mathematical principles and techniques
in solving problems;
(f) carry out calculations and approximations to
an appropriate degree of accuracy;
(g) interpret the significance and reasonableness
of results;
(h) present mathematical explanations, arguments
and conclusions.
6. A. Algebra and Geometry
1. Functions
2. Sequences and series
3. Matrices
4. Complex numbers
5. Analytic geometry
6. Vectors
7. B. Calculus
7. Limits and continuity
8. Differentiation
9. Integration
10. Differential equations
11. Maclaurin series
12. Numerical methods
8. C. Statistics
13. Data description
14. Probability
15. Probability distributions
16. Sampling and estimation
17. Hypothesis testing
18. Chi-squared tests
9. COURSEWORK
The coursework is intended to enable
candidates to carry out mathematical
investigation and mathematical modelling, so
as to enhance the understanding of
mathematical processes and applications and
to develop soft skills.
The coursework comprises assignments set
down by the Malaysian Examinations Council.