Course Guide 2017-18
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LEVEL 3<br />
EXTENDED DIPLOMA<br />
IN APPLIED SCIENCE<br />
(MEDICAL SCIENCE)<br />
AGE: 16+ TYPE: FT DURATION: 1 YEAR<br />
LEVEL 3<br />
CERTIFICATE<br />
IN MATHEMATICAL<br />
STUDIES<br />
AGE: 16+ TYPE: FT DURATION: 1 YEAR<br />
E<br />
H<br />
E<br />
H<br />
This course builds on the Level 3 Diploma and is for anyone<br />
who is interested in applying to higher education, entering<br />
employment or starting an apprenticeship. This course will<br />
help you develop an understanding of science and how to solve<br />
scientific problems. The course includes a series of practical and<br />
theoretical topics from biology, chemistry and physics.<br />
UNITS<br />
»»<br />
Perceptions of Science<br />
»»<br />
Genetics & Genetic Engineering<br />
»»<br />
Medical Physics Techniques<br />
»»<br />
Chemistry for Biology Technician<br />
»»<br />
Diseases & Infections<br />
»»<br />
Biomedical Science Techniques<br />
»»<br />
Physiological Investigations<br />
»»<br />
Practical Chemical Analysis<br />
»»<br />
Energy Changes Sources & Applications<br />
ASSESSMENT METHODS<br />
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Practical assessments<br />
»»<br />
Written assignments<br />
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS<br />
»»<br />
GCSEs grade A* — C in English and Maths<br />
»»<br />
Level 3 Diploma in Applied Science at grade Merit/Distinction<br />
PROGRESSION/WHAT NEXT<br />
»»<br />
Apply for a science related degree at university<br />
»»<br />
Employment in the science fields<br />
Mathematical Studies (also known as Core Maths) is delivered<br />
alongside the Level 3 Diploma in Applied Science and focuses<br />
on using mainly familiar maths in a range of contexts. This<br />
course will help you develop your mathematical skills and<br />
thinking and it supports courses such as A Level sciences and<br />
Geography, as well as technical and vocational qualifications.<br />
UNITS<br />
»»<br />
Analysis of Data<br />
»»<br />
Maths for Personal Finance<br />
»»<br />
Estimation<br />
»»<br />
Critical Analysis of Given Data & Models (including spreadsheets &<br />
tabular data)<br />
»»<br />
Optional Content<br />
»»<br />
The Normal Distribution<br />
»»<br />
Probabilities & Estimation<br />
»»<br />
Correlation & Regression<br />
»»<br />
Critical Path Analysis<br />
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Expectation<br />
»»<br />
Cost Benefit Analysis<br />
»»<br />
Graphical Methods<br />
»»<br />
Rates of Change<br />
»»<br />
Exponential Functions<br />
ASSESSMENT METHODS<br />
»»<br />
Exams<br />
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS<br />
»»<br />
GCSE grade B in Maths<br />
PROGRESSION/WHAT NEXT<br />
»»<br />
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science<br />
»»<br />
Employment in the science and engineering fields<br />
Find out more at wlc.ac.uk/science<br />
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