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Entry Requirements: Four or more GCSE passes at grade D, preferably to include Dual Award Science About the Subject: If you have enjoyed science at school and would like to pursue a career in a science-based industry or progress onto a higher level science course, then the Intermediate GNVQ in Science may be the ideal starting point for you. The Course will give you an understanding of the different ways in which science is used and help you to develop practical skills and your confidence to use them. You will experience working in a "real" science environment through work experience. The qualification is recognised nationally by employers. Course Content: You will study three core Mandatory Units, and three related Units which build on the knowledge gained in the core material. You will also develop key skills in Application of Number, Communication, Improving your own Learning and Performance, Information Technology, and Problem Solving (all Level 2). Mandatory Units Applying Practical Skills - Learning how to follow standard scientific procedures; handling equipment and chemicals safely; carrying out chemical tests; preparing chemical substances for experiments; setting up and using scientific instruments; using a microscope; handling micro-organisms safely. Learning, Knowledge and Understanding needed for Scientific Work - Studying natural and manufactured materials; living organisms; obtaining scientific information from a variety of sources. Applying Scientific Knowledge, Understanding and Skills - Studying chemical and physical changes in materials; assembling and testing scientific tools, machines and devices; monitoring the activities of organisms. Related Units Using Scientific Data - Learning how to use scientific knowledge and understanding by planning an investigation; carrying out survey work; collecting and analysing data; designing experiments. Investigating Chemical Processes - Learning how to carry out chemical processes on a laboratory scale; looking at the properties and reactions of atoms, molecules and ions; how raw materials are obtained and processed to make useful products; how chemical manufacturing can have an impact on the environment. Using Biotechnology - Learning about different cells and their processes; enzymes and their uses in biotechnology; industrial processes including medical applications. Special features of the course: The College has a suite of purpose-built, state of the art laboratories in which to carry out tasks normally done by scientists and engineers. The course will involve work placements in industry. Wherever possible, knowledge and skills are developed by scientific investigation through a series of assignments, carefully designed to model actual tasks and problems which are carried out by scientists in a working environment. Assessment:
Two Units of work are externally assessed. The remaining four Units are internally assessed by means of a portfolio of evidence of competence which is built up by the student as the course progresses. Progression: The
course opens up a career in science or health and will prepare
you for work at a junior level in a wide range of industries,
eg biotechnology, dental technology, food industry, hospitals,
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