The Nature and Applications of Energy, Waves and Radiation

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1. — Know about energy stores and energy transfers.

Assessment Criteria

• 1.1.
  Identify commonly used energy stores and energy transfers.

2. — Know the applications of waves and radiation.

Assessment Criteria

• 2.1.
  Identify the different types of electromagnetic waves and some of their key applications.
• 2.2.
  Identify the types of ionising radiation.
• 2.3.
  Identify instances where ionising radiation can be harmful.
• 2.4.
  State different methods of protection against these harmful radiations.

3. — Be able to take measurements in electric circuits.

Assessment Criteria

• 3.1.
  Identify the components of simple electric circuits and their symbols.
• 3.2.
  Use an ammeter and voltmeter to take electrical measurements and identify simple faults in an electrical circuit.

4. — Know the components of the solar system.

Assessment Criteria

• 4.1.
  Identify the components that make up the solar system.
• 4.2.
  Identify some of the features of the components that make up the solar system.

5. — Know the methods used to explore space.

Assessment Criteria

• 5.1.
  Identify methods used to observe the Universe.