Unit Award Scheme

127209

Further coordinate geometry (unit 2): Circles

Level: Level Three

In successfully completing this unit, the learner will have	Evidence needed
shown knowledge of 1. the fact that x² + y² = r² is the equation of a circle with centre (0,0) and radius r	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
demonstrated the ability to 2. write the equation of a circle with a given centre and radius, ie (x − a)² + (y − b)² = r²	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
3. write the equation of a tangent at a point on a circle.	Summary sheet and/or student completed work

In successfully completing this unit, the learner will have

Evidence needed

1. the fact that x² + y² = r² is the equation of a circle with centre (0,0) and radius r

Summary sheet and/or student completed work

2. write the equation of a circle with a given centre and radius, ie (x − a)² + (y − b)² = r²

Summary sheet and/or student completed work

3. write the equation of a tangent at a point on a circle.

Summary sheet and/or student completed work

Approved 10 Mar 2026

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