Science (Applied) BTEC Subsidiary Diploma

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On this course you will study 6 units taken over one or two years. Fundamentals of Science. Learners will develop vocational practical skills and knowledge of techniques through carrying out practical investigations. These include handling and setting up laboratory apparatus; carrying out risk analysis; safely following laboratory procedures and processes; recording and analysing data; and communication skills in recording and using information. Working in the Science Industry. The unit starts by exploring the essential procedures and practices found in all laboratories. Learners will also gain an appreciation of how scientific data and records are kept in a modern laboratory information system. This unit enables learners to consider what it is like to work in the science industry. Scientific Practical Techniques. In this unit learners will gain experience of a range of instruments and their use. Learners will gain experience of both qualitative and quantitative analytical methods. Physiology of Human Systems. This unit will give learners an insight into how the human body works. They will learn to recognise the link between structure and function of cells, and in so doing, understand the organisation of normal tissue, which they can compare with diseased tissue found in many common illnesses. Medical Physics techniques. This unit introduces learners to some of the established imaging and therapy techniques in medical physics e.g. Nuclear medicine, Ultrasound, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). Biochemistry and biochemical techniques. The unit includes consideration of the biochemical techniques used to investigate the structures and functions of biological molecules. Learners will acquire laboratory skills such as setting up practical experiments, using laboratory equipment, gel electrophoresis, colorimetry and chromatography.

Course information

Name: Science (Applied) BTEC Subsidiary Diploma Qualification title: BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Applied Science (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20150914 10:57:06 Updated 20150914 10:57:06

Entry requirements

None

Provider

SUSSEX DOWNS COLLEGE
Further Education
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http://www.sussexdowns.ac.uk/

Address

Ecat House, Cross Levels Way Town: Eastbourne