Practical Science Skills

Overview

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

Qualification Grading Type

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.