Applied Sciences

Assessment

• Mandatory Unit 1 – Fundamentals of Science - Be able to use the necessary skills to measure quantities for chemical reactions - Be able to use the - correct equipment to identify structures and functions in different types of cells - Be able to investigate different types of energy and their transfers - Be able to communicate scientific information. - Portfolio work graded to Pass, Merit or Distinction o Submitted end of year 12 • Mandatory Unit 2 – Working in the Science Industry - Know how procedures are followed and communicated in the scientific workplace - Be able to design a scientific laboratory Know about laboratory information management systems - Be able to demonstrate safe working practices in the scientific workplace. - Portfolio work graded to Pass, Merit or Distinction - Submitted end of year 12 • Mandatory Unit 3 – Scientific Practical Techniques - Be able to use analytical techniques - Be able to use scientific techniques to separate and assess purity of substances - Be able to use instruments/sensors for scientific investigations. - Portfolio work graded to Pass, Merit or Distinction - Submitted end of year 12. Three other units are then submitted during year 13. These units are from a selection of optional units and will be decided on nearer the time based on resources.