The Study of Living Systems

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
K/505/5223
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Know about cells and their functions.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1.
    Identify the structure of a cell.
  • 1.2.
    Identify the functions of different cells and link their structure to their function.
  • 1.3.
    Describe homeostasis and its role in the nervous and endocrine systems.
2.

Know about ecosystems.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1.
    Describe components of an ecosystem.
  • 2.2.
    Describe adaptations of organisms in an ecosystem.
  • 2.3.
    Describe the effects of humans on an ecosystems, e.g. deforestation, desertification.
3.

Know the role of genes in inheritance and variation.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1.
    Describe the role of genes in inheritance.
  • 3.2.
    Describe the role of genes in variation.
  • 3.3.
    Identify phenotypic features caused by genetic variation.
  • 3.4.
    Identify phenotypic features caused by environmental variation.