On this course you will study 2 core units taken over 1 year. These are Principles and Applications of Science and Practical Scientific procedures and Techniques. These give a basic understanding of scientific principles and how to work safely in laboratories and competently use laboratory equipment. Learners will develop practical skills e.g. Setting up laboratory apparatus, carrying out risk analysis, recording and analysing data. Exploring essential laboratory procedures, enabling learners to consider what it is like to work in the science industry. Learners will gain experience of a range of scientific instruments and their use allowing learners to develop their practical investigation skills. Learners will consider how the science industry impacts on the world we live in and essential mathematical tools e.g. Significant figures, simple algebra and calculating experimental errors. Learners will gain an insight into how the human body works e.g. The structure and function of cells and the organisation of normal and diseased tissue. In addition they will study imaging and therapy techniques e.g. Nuclear medicine, Ultrasound, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) etc. Other techniques used investigate the structures and functions of biological molecules e.g. Setting up practical experiments, gel electrophoresis, and chromatography. Learners are introduced to the differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, classification and identification of micro-organisms and factors affecting microbial growth. Learners will learn about extracting DNA, DNA fingerprinting, transforming cells and amplifying DNA using the polymerase chain reaction (PCR).
Name: Science (Applied) BTEC Certificate Qualification title: BTEC Certificate in Applied Science (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20160407 16:47:51 Updated 20160407 16:47:51
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SUSSEX DOWNS COLLEGE
Further Education
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Title: BTEC Certificate in Applied Science (QCF) Qualification: BTEC Certificate in Applied Science (QCF) Classification: Science and Mathematics