Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
L/505/4890
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

Assessment Guidance

This unit maps to the Adult Numeracy Core Curriculum in the following areas: MSS1/L1.4; MSS1/L1.6; MSS1/L1.7; MSS1/L1.8; MSS1/L1.9; MSS1/L1.10; MSS1/L1.11; MSS2/L1.1; MSS2/L1.2.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Be able to measure length and distance.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Choose and use appropriate instruments for measuring length and distance.
  • 1.2
    Choose and use appropriate units for measuring length and distance.
  • 1.3
    Read scales to the nearest labelled and unlabelled division.
  • 1.4
    Add and subtract units of measure for length and distance.
  • 1.5
    Convert units of measure in the same system.

2

Be able to measure weight.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Choose and use appropriate instruments for measuring weight.
  • 2.2
    Choose and use appropriate units for measuring weight.
  • 2.3
    Read scales to the nearest labelled and unlabelled division.
  • 2.4
    Add and subtract units of measure for weight.
  • 2.5
    Convert units of measure in the same system.

3

Be able to measure capacity.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Choose and use appropriate instruments for measuring capacity.
  • 3.2
    Choose and use appropriate units for measuring capacity.
  • 3.3
    Read scales to the nearest labelled and unlabelled division.
  • 3.4
    Add and subtract units of measure for capacity.
  • 3.5
    Convert units of measure in the same system.

4

Be able to work with shape, positional vocabulary and space.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Solve problems using the mathematical properties of regular 2-D shapes.
  • 4.2
    Draw 2-D shapes in different orientations using grids, for example in diagrams or plans.
  • 4.3
    Work out the perimeter of simple shapes.
  • 4.4
    Work out the area of rectangles.
  • 4.5
    Work out the volume of shapes, for example cuboids.
  • 4.6
    Work out dimensions from drawings with simple shapes, for example 1cm represents 1m.
  • 4.7
    Follow directions using appropriate positional vocabulary, including the eight compass points.