Carrying Out a Science or Technology Project

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
Y/616/5923
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
48 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Be able to identify and select a science or technology project.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Agree a suitable topic and scope for a science or technology project.
  • 1.2
    Explain why they have chosen the particular topic or focus for the project.
  • 1.3
    Identify intended project outcomes and actions they need to take to achieve these (e.g. specific experiments or data collection).
  • 1.4
    Outline skills for example scientific, project-management, needed to complete project.
  • 1.5
    Plan how to meet agreed deadlines.
2.

Be able to carry out research for a science or technology project.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Identify different sources of information relevant to the project.
  • 2.2
    Select data that is relevant and reliable.
  • 2.3
    Reference evidence and information appropriately.
3.

Be able to undertake activity to complete a science or technology project.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Carry out the necessary actions to complete the science or technology project.
  • 3.2
    Apply appropriate skills and knowledge to complete the project.
4.

Be able to present a science or technology project.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Select appropriate information to include in a presentation, including method and findings or conclusions.
  • 4.2
    Use appropriate format and language, including scientific terms, to present project outcomes to a specific audience.
5.

Be able to evaluate science or technology project outcomes and own performance.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Review own performance in planning, carrying out and presenting outcomes from a science or technology project, identifying what went well and what could be improved.