Computational and Algorithmic Thinking (CAT)
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No prior experience in computer programming is necessary
4 different levels suitable for students from Grade 5 to 12
Hosted by the Australian Mathematics Trust (AMT) - one of the world's leading authorities in math
Date: May 22, 2024 (Wed.) 17:00-18:00 (60 mins)（level A & B & C & D, Grade 5–12）
Introduction
The Australian Mathematics Trust (AMT) is a national non-profit organization whose purpose is to enrich the teaching and learning of mathematics for students of all standards. AMT holds mathematics and informatics competitions, administer enrichment activities, conducts workshops for students and teachers, and publishes books on mathematical enrichment for Australian and international students. The AMT is based at the University of Canberra with representatives on our board from the Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers, Australian Academy of Science and the Australian Mathematical Society.
The Computational and Algorithmic Thinking (CAT) competition focuses on the skills behind computer programming and algorithm design, but does not require any specific knowledge of programming or programming languages. There are 9 questions to be completed in one hour.
Official website:www.amt.edu.au/informatics/cat/
Challenge Rules
Language
English & Chinese
Date
level A&B&C&D, Grade 5–12: May 22, 2024 (Wed.) 17:00-18:00 (60 mins)
Contest
- Individual written test
- 4 different levels suitable for students from Grade 5 to 12
Format
The paper consists of 9 questions. 1-6 are multiple choice questions, each question is worth 3 points; 7-9 are fill in the blank questions, each question contains 3 sub-questions, each sub-question requires the student to submit an answer of an integer from 0-999 by calculating, each sub-question is worth two points; the total score is 36 points.
Location
Paper-based in partnering school (online service application accepted)
Difficulty
There are four levels:
- A - Upper Primary (Grade 5–6)
- B - Junior (Grade 7– 8)
- C - Intermediate (Grade 9–10)
- D - Senior (Grade 11–12)
Awards
- HIGH DISTINCTION
- DISTINCTION
- CREDIT
*Based on the score line of the committee.
Requirements
Fee
Includes the exam, grading, proctor fee, past-papers, certicates (ASDAN doesn't provide any trainings).
Registration Deadline
May 13, 2024
Exam Centers
ASDAN EPQ Scholarship
3000RMB/std
High Distinction
2000RMB/std
Distinction
1000RMB/std
Credit
Noted：The ASDAN Scholarship is only available to Year 10, 11 and 12 students for participating ASDAN Extended Project Qualification(EPQ). EPQ is recommended by the G5 group and many leading universities as a competitive academic experience. Scholarships cannot be exchanged for cash. For further details see:http://www.seedasdan.org/epq/。
Sample Problems
FAQ
The students can bring the printed version dictionary.
If, for some reason, the student is unable to attend after paying the fee, please contact us. If you apply before the registration deadline, 25% of the registration fee will be deducted as academic materials and service fees. If you apply after the registration deadline, no refund will be given.
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