Overview
Qualification Grading Type
Graded
Unit Learning Outcomes
1.
Understand the structure and function of the heart and circulatory system.
Assessment Criteria
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1.1.
Explain the main components of the blood.
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1.2.
Explain the basic anatomy of the heart.
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1.3.
Explain the anatomy of arteries, veins and capillaries.
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1.4.,
Explain the function of the circulatory system with reference to the main blood vessels.
2.
Be able to relate the structure and function of the digestive system to its functions.
Assessment Criteria
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2.1.
Explain the gross anatomy of the digestive system.
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2.2.
Define the overall function of each part of the digestive system.
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2.3.
Explain the different types of enzymes found in the digestive system.
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2.4.
Investigate experimentally one example of enzyme action and analyse the findings.
3.
Understand the structure and function of the skeleton.
Assessment Criteria
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3.1.
Identify and describe the main parts of the skeleton.
Include axial appendicular ribcage, girdles and limbs. Only a few common bone names should be introduced.
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3.2.
Explain the nature of position of the various joints.
Eg. forearm.
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3.3.
Discuss the movement brought about at joints.
4.
Understand the structure and function of the respiratory system
Assessment Criteria
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4.1.
Explain the gross and microscopic structure of the respiratory system.
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4.2.
Explain breathing in terms of changes in volume and pressure.
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4.3.
Identify the adaptations of the gas exchange surface.
5.
Understand the structure and function of the kidney in excretion.
Assessment Criteria
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5.1.
Explain the gross and microscopic structure involved in the formation of urine in the kidney.
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5.2.
Explain the process involved in the formation of urine in the kidney.
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5.3.
Explain the role of ADH in the process of osmoregulation.