This subject is designed to empower students with essential math skills commonly used in the building trade, demonstrating how trade-specific math problems can be effectively solved.

Knowledge Core Competency: Upon completion of this subject, students are expected to have a comprehensive understanding of how to perform trades mathematics calculations.

Objectives:

1. Define whole numbers and their significance in trade mathematics.
2. Explain the necessity of calculating using whole numbers in the context of the building trade.
3. Elaborate on the importance of calculating with fractions in trade-related mathematical problems.
4. Discuss the need for calculations involving decimals and fractions, emphasizing their relevance in the building trade.
5. Differentiate between the metric and imperial systems of measurements and their applications.
6. Explain the significance of geometry in trade mathematics.
7. Discuss the importance of using graphs in trade-related calculations.

Skill Core Competency: Upon completion of this subject, students should be adept at performing trade mathematics calculations on a daily basis.

Objectives:

1. Solve measurement and calculation problems using both metric and imperial units of measurement.
2. Apply algebraic skills by manipulating and applying formulas related to measurement.
3. Utilize skills for money math calculations, including percentages, in trade contexts.
4. Apply problem-solving skills for tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and accounting in the building trade.
5. Analyze and compare numerical data relevant to the building trade.