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Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU006277
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD1-Understanding the subject
  • GD2-Application of knowledge
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand how to distinguish between elements, compounds, and mixtures.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Explain the defining characteristics of a given element, compound or a mixture from a list of written examples.

2

Understand and identify chemical formulae and their use in chemical equations.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Clarify the chemical formulae for a range of substances given their names.
  • 2.2
    Clarify a balanced chemical equation for a chemical reaction.

3

Understand the structure of biomolecules.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Explain the structure of biomolecules and relate their structure to their functions.

4

Understand the acid/ base reaction and the role of buffer solutions.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Identify substances as acids, bases and salts.
  • 4.2
    Explain the pH scale and its uses.
  • 4.3
    Explain buffer solutions.

5

Understand the difference between oxidation and reduction reactions.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Explain oxidation and reduction reactions.
  • 5.2
    Distinguish between good and poor oxidising and reducing agents.