The Blood

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE 2024
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Not available
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Understand the function of blood and its composition.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1.

    Explain the major components and functions of blood. 

  • 1.2.

    Explain the formation of blood cells and how they mature and recycle.

  • 1.3.

    Explain the structure and function of red blood cells (RBC), including the role of haemoglobin, and how they are recycled.

  • 1.4.

    Explain the structure of white blood cells (WBC) and their functions in relation to immunity.

2.

Understand the blood clotting process.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1.

    Explain the process of haemostasis including the key factors of blood involved in clotting mechanism.

3.

Be able to analyse blood groups and compatibility.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1.

    Analyse blood group compatibilities and explain why they are compatible or not.