The course consists of 18 units; six core units plus twelve specialist units, and is taken over two years. It is equivalent to 3 A Levels. In biology you will study topics such as cell structure, immunology, disease, body systems, biochemistry, reproduction and physiology, gene technology etc and undertake practical experiments. In chemistry you will study organic and inorganic processes and reactions. You will learn about atomic structure, bonding, rates of reaction, enthalpy and entropy as well as gaining experience in the laboratory. You will also learn to analyse experimental information including ultraviolet/visible spectroscopy, use of the Beer-Lambert law etc. The units in physics cover electrical circuits and energy, sources of energy as well as the development of new/alternative energy sources. You also study medical physics, including ultrasound, diagnostic imaging and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and radiotherapy. In unit 20 astronomy and cosmology are studied. For mathematics you will learn new statistical techniques. In unit 6 and 8 you will develop your understanding of statistics including Chi square, t-testing, regression correlation. In unit 7 you will use trigonometric methods to solve scientific problems and look at the applications of calculations such as circular measure (e.g.) objects undergoing circular motion such as the planets, the London Eye etc; The structure of the course means that students with appropriate GCSE qualifications can also take an (AS) subject alongside their main BTEC programme. Subjects that students tend to take are: Maths, Psychology, Sociology, Classical Civilisation and Art - or GCSE Maths / English if necessary.
Name: BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science (QCF) Qualification title: BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment The full Extended Diploma has 6 core units and 12 optional units. As part of your course you will study units in biology, chemistry, physics and statistics, and undertake a substantial amount of laboratory practical work which requires writing up and analysis as part of your course assessment. It is assessed and graded internally by a combination of tests, specific unit assignments and laboratory practical work. By the end of the first year you will be expected to have completed 9 of your 18 units. Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20151204 11:32:06 Updated 20151204 11:32:06
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Title: BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science (QCF) Qualification: BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science (QCF) Classification: Science and Mathematics