Scientific Methods in Biology

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The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2029.

Overview

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

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Be able to apply the concept of units and scales in biology.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1.

    Differentiate the scale of measurement in various biological structures.

  • 1.2.

    Measure, reform and calculate magnifications and sizes from diagrams and micrographs.

  • 1.3.

    Diagnose various units of measurement and express them in different ways.

2.

Be able to tabulate, plot and interpret data.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1.

    Apply data in fully labelled tables manually and using basic spreadsheet functions.

  • 2.2.

    Develop graphs from tabulated data both manually and using spreadsheets.

  • 2.3.

    Calculate rates of change.

  • 2.4.

    Explain the importance of rates of change.

3.

Be able to report scientifically.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1.

    Demonstrate how to record methods and results clearly.

  • 3.2.

    Interpret results.

  • 3.3.

    Evaluate work (discuss limitations of method, suggest improvements and further experiments).