Experimental Techniques in Chemistry

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The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2024.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU006297
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD3-Application of skills
  • GD4-Use of information
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand how to plan experiments.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Analyse the requirements of an experiment to test a hypothesis.
  • 1.2
    Develop and plan an experiment keeping in mind the need for safe working practices to be followed.
2

Understand how to obtain reliable evidence.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Demonstrate how to take accurate readings with appropriate techniques.

  • 2.2

    Evaluate associated experimental errors.

  • 2.3

    Explain all measurements and relevant observations.

3

Understand how to process and present data.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Analyse results, constructing appropriate charts or graphs.

  • 3.2

    Evaluate results to draw appropriate conclusions.

  • 3.3
    Summarise investigations in an appropriate scientific format.