Plant and Soil Science

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE 2024
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Not available
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Understand plant structures and physiology.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1.

    Explain the function of plant structures.

  • 1.2.

    Explain the process of photosynthesis.

  • 1.3.

    Analyse the factors that can affect photosynthesis.

  • 1.4.

    Explain the principles of plant respiration.

  • 1.5.

    Analyse the processes involved in the uptake, movement and loss of water within a plant.

2.

Understand plant growth and development.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1.

    Explain a plant life cycle.

  • 2.2.

    Evaluate nutrients required by the plant and the symptoms of nutrient deficiency in the plant.

3.

Understand the principles of soil science.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1.

    Explain soil types and their constituents.

  • 3.2.

    Analyse soil pH.

  • 3.3.

    Explain the effects of soil structure on plants, explaining the impact of cultivation.

4.

Know ways in which people can influence plant and soil processes

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1.

    Analyse how plant communities and soil formation are affected by people.