Level 1 Science Foundation
Level 1
Course Code: 1SSCF
Who can I talk to: Miss Ashford
Through a range of practical science investigations students will develop their self-management and ability to communicate with others. Students will develop critical thinking skills as they link observations to theory. Students will explore the use of a range of scientific symbols and vocabulary.
Course Information
What Knowledge Will I Develop?
This course aims to provide students with a solid foundation of fundamental living, physical and material world concepts to prepare them for further science study. Students will investigate and solve problems relating to everyday mechanics phenomena. Students will link atomic structure to the periodic table and investigate factors that affect chemical processes. Students will develop their understanding of genetic inheritance and the importance of variation. Students who intend to study senior biology, chemistry or physics should take this course.
How Will The Course Contribute To My Qualification?
| Code | Title | Credits | Internal | External | Core | Optional | L1 Literacy | L1 Numeracy | UE Reading | UE Writing | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90944 | Science 1.5 – Demonstrate understanding of aspects of acids and bases | 4 | y | y | 19-11-2021 | ||||||
| 90948 | Science 1.9 – Demonstrate understanding of biological ideas relating to genetic variation | 4 | y | y | 19-11-2021 | ||||||
| 90940 | Science 1.1 – Demonstrate understanding of aspects of mechanics | 4 | y | y | y | 19-11-2021 | |||||
| 90935 | Physics 1.1 – Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a linear mathematical relationship, with direction | 4 | y | y | 14-08-2021 |
Credits: 20
Does this course provide a pathway to University Entrance? Yes
Entry Requirements
All students welcome.
Course Related Costs
No course costs for students.
Companion Subjects
Mathematics and a literacy rich subject
Subject Combination Notes
Not applicable
