Practical Science Skills

Overview

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

Qualification Grading Type

Ungraded

Grade Descriptors

  • Ungraded

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Be able to use a range of general laboratory equipment.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Demonstrate how to use equipment safely and effectively within a laboratory.
2

Be able to use specialised equipment in a laboratory.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Demonstrate how to carry out a scientific procedure with accuracy.

3

Know how to work with appropriate regard for safety.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Demonstrate how to carry out practical science work in a safe manner.

  • 3.2

    Assess the possible safety issues relating to a practical scientific procedure.

4

Understand how to report on scientific investigations.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Produce an experimental report with use of appropriate scientific terminology.

  • 4.2
    Identify a range of ways in which the work could be improved.
  • 4.3

    Evaluate the outcomes of the original objective, identifying further steps to be taken in the development of work.