The purpose of the Mathematics 420 module is to prepare students for further study by developing an academic approach to study and by providing a range of knowledge and skills in the subject area of discrete mathematics. Students are required to take responsibility for organising and applying generic academic skills in the context of the study of discrete mathematics content. The module is also designed to improve performance in the core skills areas of the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) and to prepare students for successful participation in the workplace and community.

Students are required to demonstrate an ability to independently manage tasks and apply subject area knowledge and skills to fulfil academic requirements. Students will be expected to demonstrate that they can independently organise, plan and apply academic study skills and technology as they engage with subject area content.