Heat, Electricity and Magnetism

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

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU028385
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD2-Application of knowledge
  • GD3-Application of skills
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

 Understand the concept of the state of a substance.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Explain the state of a substance in relation to its melting point and boiling point.
2

Understand conduction, convection and radiation.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Explain the mechanisms of conduction, convection and radiation.
3

Understand specific heat capacity and latent heat.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Differentiate between temperature and heat including references to specific heat capacity and latent heat.
  • 3.2
    Accurately perform calculations involving heat transfer.
4

Understand the concepts of electro-magnetic fields.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Describe the properties of permanent magnets and sketch the lines of force around a) a wire carrying a current and b) a solenoid.
5

Understand electricity in terms of current, voltage and resistance.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Calculate voltage, currents and power for a network of resistors.