Applied Science - Extended Certificate

Assessment

How will I be assessed? Internal Mandatory Units: Unit 1 – Principles and Applications of Science I – This unit covers some of the key science concepts in biology, chemistry and physics. Unit 2 – Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques – Learners will be introduced to quantitative laboratory techniques, calibration, chromatography, calorimetry and laboratory safety, which are relevant to the chemical and life science industries. Unit 3 – Science Investigation Skills – Learners will cover the stages involved and the skills needed in planning a scientific investigation: how to record, interpret, draw scientific conclusions and evaluate. External Assessment Topics: Topic 1 – Principles and Applications of Science I Topic 2 – Science Investigation Skills Topic 3 – Principles and Applications of Science II Topic 4 – Contemporary Issues in Science