Course Guide 2017-18
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LEVEL 1<br />
GATEWAY<br />
QUALIFICATION<br />
DIPLOMA IN<br />
APPLIED SCIENCE &<br />
TECHNOLOGY<br />
AGE: 16+ TYPE: FT DURATION: 1 YEAR<br />
E<br />
H<br />
This course includes a series of practical and<br />
theoretical topics from biology, chemistry,<br />
physics and maths, giving you enough depth<br />
and breadth to continue onto a career or<br />
course in a variety of fields in science.<br />
UNITS<br />
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The Nature & Applications of Energy, Waves &<br />
Radiation<br />
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The Study of Living Systems<br />
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Electronics in Action<br />
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Concepts & Techniques for Chemistry<br />
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Healthy Living<br />
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Working in Science & Technology<br />
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Carrying out a Science or Technology Project<br />
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Using ICT in the Workplace<br />
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Using Mathematics Tools in Science &<br />
Technology<br />
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Using Equipment to Make Scientific<br />
Observations & Measurements<br />
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Forensic Detection<br />
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Effective Communication in the Workplace<br />
ASSESSMENT METHODS<br />
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Practical assessments<br />
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Written assignments<br />
LEVEL 2<br />
DIPLOMA IN<br />
APPLIED SCIENCE<br />
AGE: 16+ TYPE: FT DURATION: 1 YEAR<br />
E<br />
H<br />
This course includes a series of practical and<br />
theoretical topics from biology, chemistry<br />
and physics. It is designed to help you<br />
develop the skills you need to launch a<br />
career or continue study in the field of<br />
science.<br />
UNITS<br />
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Biotechnology Procedures & Applications<br />
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Working in a Science-Based Organisation<br />
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Biology & Our Environment<br />
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Energy & Our Universe<br />
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Chemical Analysis & Detection<br />
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Health Applications of Life Science<br />
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The Living Body<br />
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Applications of Physical Science<br />
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Chemistry & Our Earth<br />
ASSESSMENT METHODS<br />
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Practical assessments<br />
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Written assignments<br />
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS<br />
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2 —4 GCSEs grade A* — D, or equivalent<br />
PROGRESSION/WHAT NEXT<br />
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Level 3 Diploma in Applied Science<br />
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Work in the field of science<br />
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Apprenticeship<br />
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS<br />
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Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths<br />
PROGRESSION/WHAT NEXT<br />
»»<br />
Level 2 Applied Science Diploma course<br />
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Employment in the science fields<br />
54 APPLIED SCIENCE<br />
ACTON | EALING | HAMMERSMITH | SOUTHALL
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