1Course Overview
Basic Maths Level 2
Course code: TQ004
Gain a certificate in Basic Maths, from home!
Many employers ask for job applicants to have a basic maths qualification, but going back to college to study maths can be a daunting option.
This course enables you to improve your understanding of maths by studying online from the comfort of your home, with the support of our experienced and friendly tutors.
Coursework can be sent straight to your tutor by e-mail, so handing in an assignment is simple.
Home learning is simple and stress-free, so enrol with us today!
2Course Content
Course Content
Unit 1: Whole Numbers
- Place value (tens, hundredths, thousandths)
- Multiplication
- Division
- Long division
- Addition
- Subtraction
- Traditional methods
- Box methods
Unit 2: Using Numbers and Calculations
- Square numbers and roots
- Cubic numbers and roots
- Order of operations (BODMAS)
- Integers
- Inequalities (more than, less than signage)
- Ratio
- Inverse operations
Unit 3: Understanding Decimals, Fractions and Percentages
- Decimals and decimal places
- Decimals
- Fractions
- Percentages
- Standard Form
Unit 4: Working with Unit 3 Skills, Probability and Measures of Central Tendency
- Equivalences between decimals, fractions and percentages
- Basic probability
- Mean
- Median
- Mode
- Range
Unit 5: Measurements, Graphs, Tables and Charts
- Units of Time
- Distance
- Area
- Volume
- Perimeter
- Speed, distance and time
- Weight and mass
- Temperature
- Frequency charts
- Bar charts
- Line graphs
- Scatter plots
Unit 6: Mathematical Project
- Interpret findings from a questionnaire
- Presentation of results
- Using appropriate mathematical skills
- Using skills and knowledge from the rest of the course
3Other Information
Assessment
The Basic Maths course assessment takes the form of a series of written assignments, which are submitted and marked by your tutor. No external examination is required.
Course Duration
You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your studies. We suggest that the course will take approximately 60 hours to complete. This is more than enough time to give you flexibility and work at your own pace without the pressure of deadlines.
Study Method
This course is designed for distance learning at home or at work. You can access your course online via an online study platform or by post in a course pack. If you are studying online simply log in to view your course guide at any time and follow the activities and instructions for each unit. You will also receive full tutor support, so help is only a click away!
Course Outcomes
At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement by Training Qualifications UK (TQUK).
The course itself has been designed by Open Study College to meet specific learners’ or employers’ requirements. The course has been endorsed by TQUK. This means Open Study College have undergone external quality checks to ensure that the organisation and the courses’ it offers meet a high standard. Regular reviews of our courses are carried out as part of the endorsement process.
The completion of this course alone does not lead to an Ofqual regulated qualification, but may be used as evidence of knowledge and skills towards regulated qualifications in the future. The unit summary can be used as evidence towards your Recognition of Prior Learning if you wish to progress your studies in this sector.
The course depth and study has been benchmarked at Level 2 against level descriptors published by Ofqual.
4Q&As
Your Questions Answered
What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?
You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course.
What is included in the cost of my course?
- Dedicated personal tutor support
- Dedicated student support
- Assignment marking and feedback
- FREE CV writing service
- *Comprehensive study guide
- *Exclusive Open Study College Pen
- *Student study planner
- *Three colour highlighter
- *Student notebook
- *Document wallet
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* Not included with the online study option
Do I have to sit an exam?
No. We will issue certification based on your coursework alone.
Are there any additional costs?
No, everything you need is included in the price!
How do I get my work assessed?
Once we receive your work we will mark it and return it to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your certificate proving your success in Basic Maths.
What happens if I lose my course pack?
It’s not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Student Support Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.
What if I still have questions?
That’s not a problem. We want to make sure you’re 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our Student Support Team a call on 03300 563 100 and they’ll do their best to help.
6Reviews
The materials I received were excellent
Brilliant course. Have recommended course to my friends! My tutor Anita is brilliant. Always responds to my emails so quickly . The materials I received were excellent, especially the links to help me with my units. I need Level 2 to do a HLTA course.
