Physical Science – Environmental Health and Medical Physics

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The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2026.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU025706
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD1-Understanding the subject
  • GD2-Application of knowledge
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand infection and infection control in the human.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Discuss the main categories of micro-organisms.
  • 1.2
    Discuss the routes of entry of micro-organisms and their effects in the body.
  • 1.3
    Explain the differences between pathogenic organisms and commensal organisms.
  • 1.4
    Discuss the principles of infection control.
2

Understand environmental health and environmental pollution.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Explain the main principles of environmental health.
  • 2.2
    Discuss the main causes and effects of environmental pollution.
  • 2.3
    Discuss the main aspects of the HASAW and COSHH acts.
3

Understand the electromagnetic spectrum and radiation.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Explain the electromagnetic spectrum and its parts.
  • 3.2
    Explain x-rays and alpha, beta and gamma radiation.
  • 3.3

    Discuss the commercial and medical uses of radiation.