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Use basic numeracy in familiar situations

Use basic numeracy in familiar situations

Module
National Code
GATNUM003
State Code
BD297
DTWD Status
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/07/2026
Field of Education
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply basic numeracy concepts and processes to familiar situations and activities.

The unit of competency is applied by individuals who use numerical concepts and processes as a pathway to education or employment.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
General notes
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Elements and Performance Criteria
Use numbers in familiar situations
  • 1.1 Read, write, communicate and count whole numbers into the hundreds
  • 1.2 Order and compare whole numbers into the hundreds
  • 1.3 Identify and describe patterns involving counting, grouping and constant addition and subtraction of whole numbers
Use calculations in familiar situations
  • 2.1 Use a calculator for simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
  • 2.2 Use mental strategies for basic estimation
  • 2.3 Use a calculator for basic calculations and to check estimations
Use simple fractions, decimals and percentages in familiar situations
  • 3.1 Explain or illustrate the meaning of whole, half and quarter
  • 3.2 Order and compare simple everyday fractions
  • 3.3 Interpret simple everyday percentages
  • 3.4 Order and compare percentages
  • 3.5 Interpret simple everyday decimals
  • 3.6 Order and compare decimals
Use money in familiar situations
  • 4.1 Select an item to include in a personal budget
  • 4.2 Compare available prices and select preferred item
  • 4.3 Give and receive correct change
  • 4.4 Use strategies to check accuracy
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AZ069 GATNUM002 Use basic numeracy in familiar situations Module
Associated Qual/Courses
State Code National Code Title Type
BHW04 52943WA Course in Gaining Access to Training and Employment (GATE) (Introductory) Accredited course