Qualification Specification Level 1 Applied Science … · Version 1.1 Qualification Specification...

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Qualification Specification

Level 1 Applied Science and Technology

Version 6.0

(December 2017)

Qualification specification: L1 Applied Science and Technology

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This qualification specification covers the following qualifications:

Qualification Title Qualification

Number Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Award In Applied Science and Technology

601/1080/6

Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Certificate In Applied Science and Technology

601/1020/X

Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Extended Certificate in Applied Science and Technology

601/1021/1

Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Diploma In Applied Science and Technology

601/1302/9


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About this qualification specification

This qualification specification is intended for Tutors, Assessors, Internal Quality Assurers, Centre Quality Managers and other staff within Gateway Qualifications recognised centres and/or prospective centres. It sets out what is required of the learner in order to achieve the qualification. It also contains information specific to managing and delivering the qualifications including specific quality assurance requirements. The guide should be read in conjunction with the Gateway Qualifications Centre Handbook and other publications available on the website which contain more detailed guidance on assessment and quality assurance practice. In order to offer this qualification, you must be a Gateway Qualifications recognised centre. If your centre is not yet recognised, please contact our Development Team to discuss becoming a Gateway Qualifications Recognised Centre: Telephone: 01206 911211 Email: [email protected] Website: www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk/recognition

http://www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk/recognition


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Contents 1. Qualification Information .................................................................................................. 6

1.1 About the qualifications ................................................................................................ 6

1.2 Objective ...................................................................................................................... 6

1.3 Key Facts ..................................................................................................................... 6

1.4 Funding ........................................................................................................................ 7

1.5 Achievement methodology ........................................................................................... 7

1.6 Geographical Coverage ............................................................................................... 7

1.7 Progression Opportunities ............................................................................................ 7

1.8 Relationship with other frameworks .............................................................................. 7

2 Learner Entry Requirements ............................................................................................ 8

2.1 Age .............................................................................................................................. 8

2.2 Prior Qualifications ....................................................................................................... 8

2.3 Prior Skills/Knowledge/Understanding .......................................................................... 8

2.4 Restrictions .................................................................................................................. 8

2.5 Access to qualifications for learners with disabilities or specific needs ......................... 8

2.6 Additional Rules/Guidance ........................................................................................... 9

3 Achieving the Qualification ............................................................................................ 10

3.1 Qualification Structure (Rules of Combination and Unit List) ...................................... 10

Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Award In Applied Science and Technology ...................... 10

Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Certificate In Applied Science and Technology ................ 12

Gateway Qualifications Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Extended Certificate in Applied Science and Technology ................................................................................................... 14

Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Diploma In Applied Science and Technology ................... 16

3.2 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) ........................................................................... 18

3.3 Links to other qualifications ........................................................................................ 18

4 Assessment and Quality Assurance .............................................................................. 19

4.1 Method of Assessment ............................................................................................... 19

4.2 Assessment Materials ................................................................................................ 19

4.3 Qualification-Specific Centre Requirements ............................................................... 19

4.4 Qualification-Specific Tutor/Assessor Requirements .................................................. 20

4.5 Qualification-Specific Quality Assurance Requirements ............................................. 20

5 What to do next ............................................................................................................... 21

6 Gateway Qualifications ................................................................................................... 21

Appendix 1 – Entry Level Barred Unit Listings ................................................................... 22

Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Certificate In Applied Science and Technology ................ 22

Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Extended Certificate in Applied Science and Technology . 22

Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Diploma In Applied Science and Technology ................... 22


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1. Qualification Information

1.1 About the qualifications

The qualifications have been approved by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) that regulates qualifications, examinations and assessments in England, the Council for Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment (CCEA) that has responsibility for the regulation of qualifications taken by learners in N. Ireland and Qualifications Wales, the regulator of non-degree qualifications and the qualifications system in Wales. The qualifications have been developed in conjunction with FE Colleges, ACLs and private Training Providers. They are intended primarily for learners post 16 who are interested in Science and Technology but have not studied Science at Key Stage 4 or who have not achieved GCSEs in the subject. It can also be used with learners pre 16 who require an alternative more applied approach to GCSE science qualifications. It includes core units in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Electronics and a range of optional units. The qualifications are intended to give learners the knowledge, understanding and skills that will enable them to progress to qualifications in a Science or Technology related area at a higher level and that could be used within the 16-19 Programmes of Study.

1.2 Objective

The Gateway Qualifications Suite of Science and Technology qualifications are categorised as having the following objective: To give learners the knowledge, understanding and skills that will enable them to progress to qualifications in a Science or Technology related area at a higher level.

1.3 Key Facts

Qualification Title in full Credit Value

Total Qualification

Time

Guided Learning

Hours Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Award In Applied Science and Technology

6 60 55


15 150 137


25 250 223


37 370 337

Total Qualification Time is the number of notional hours which represents an estimate of the total amount of time that could be reasonably expected to be required for a Learner to achieve and demonstrate the achievement of the level of attainment necessary for the award of the qualification.


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Total Qualification Time is comprised of the following two elements: • the number of hours which an awarding organisation has assigned to a qualification for Guided Learning, and • an estimate of the number of hours a Learner will reasonably be likely to spend in preparation, study or any other form of participation in education or training, including assessment, which takes place by – but, unlike Guided Learning, not under the Immediate Guidance or Supervision of – a lecturer, supervisor, tutor or other appropriate provider of education or training

1.4 Funding

For information regarding potential sources of funding please visit the following websites; The Education Funding Agency http://www.education.gov.uk/aboutdfe/executiveagencies/efa The Skills Funding Agency http://skillsfundingagency.bis.gov.uk/ or, contact your local funding office.

1.5 Achievement methodology

The qualification will be awarded to learners who successfully achieve an approved combination of units through a Portfolio of Evidence that has been successfully quality assured and monitored through Gateway Qualifications’ Quality Assurance process. Achievement is therefore determined by successful completion of unit assessment with no further requirement for additional/summative assessment.

1.6 Geographical Coverage

The qualifications have been approved by Ofqual, CCEA and Qualifications Wales to be offered in England, Northern Ireland and Wales. If a centre based overseas (including Scotland) would like to offer this qualification, they should make an enquiry to Gateway Qualifications.

1.7 Progression Opportunities

These qualifications are designed to enable progression into further learning at the same level (e.g. from an Award to a Certificate) or to further learning at a higher level (eg from Level 1 to Level 2).

1.8 Relationship with other frameworks

Relevant units within the qualifications have been carefully developed according to the relevant standards as appropriate and/or in conjunction with Users of qualifications

http://www.education.gov.uk/aboutdfe/executiveagencies/efa

http://skillsfundingagency.bis.gov.uk/


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2 Learner Entry Requirements

2.1 Age

The approved age range for these qualifications is

Qualification Title in full Age range Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Award In Applied Science and Technology Pre-16, 16-18, 19+


Pre-16, 16-18, 19+

Gateway Qualifications Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Extended Certificate in Applied Science and Technology

Pre-16, 16-18, 19+


Pre-16, 16-18, 19+

2.2 Prior Qualifications

There is no requirement for learners to have achieved prior qualifications

2.3 Prior Skills/Knowledge/Understanding

There is no requirement for learners to have prior skills, knowledge or understanding.

2.4 Restrictions

There are no restrictions to entry.

2.5 Access to qualifications for learners with disabilities or specific needs

It is Gateway Qualifications’ aim that there shall be equal opportunities within this organisation and in all the services it provides and within its recognised centres and via the services they provide and so meet the organisation’s legal responsibilities to prevent discrimination. In particular it is the organisation’s intention that there should be no discrimination on the grounds of a protected characteristic including age, disability, gender assignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation. It is acknowledged that this is not an exhaustive list. Gateway Qualifications and recognised centres have a responsibility to ensure that the process of assessment is robust and fair and allows the learner to show what they know and can do without compromising the assessment criteria. Details on how to make adjustments for learners is set out in the Reasonable Adjustment and Special Considerations Policy.


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2.6 Additional Rules/Guidance

There are no additional rules or guidance regarding learner entry requirements.


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3 Achieving the Qualification

3.1 Qualification Structure (Rules of Combination and Unit List)

The knowledge, skills and understanding that will be assessed as part of the qualification are set out within the unit specifications. These include the learning outcomes and associated assessment criteria. To obtain unit information, please contact Gateway Qualifications who will enable access to our unit library. Please refer to the Appendix for details of barred units. For information on Recognition of Prior Learning/Exempt and Equivalent units please see section 3.2 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)/Exemptions/Equivalencies.

Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Award In Applied Science and Technology Learners must complete a total of 6 credits. Learners must complete 3 credits from Mandatory Group (M) and a further 3 credits from Group M or Group O1 Science and Technology. Unit Reference Number

Title Level Credit Value

GLH Subject Sector code

Group Name

M/505/5224 The Nature and Applications of Energy, Waves and Radiation 1 3 30 2.1 M (Mandatory) K/505/5223 The Study of Living Systems 1 3 30 2.1 M (Mandatory) J/505/5133 Electronics in Action 1 3 30 2.1 M (Mandatory) R/505/5278 Concepts and Techniques for Chemistry 1 3 30 2.1 M (Mandatory) K/505/5139 Healthy Living 1 3 27 2.1 O1 (Science and Technology) T/505/5130 Working in Science and Technology 1 3 30 2.1 O1 (Science and Technology) D/505/5218 Carrying out a Science or Technology Project 1 4 36 2.1 O1 (Science and Technology) Y/505/5136 Making Useful Scientific Devices 1 3 30 2.1 O1 (Science and Technology) H/505/5138 Using Mathematics Tools in Science and Technology 1 3 30 2.1 O1 (Science and Technology) R/505/5247 Using Equipment to Make Scientific Observations and Measurements 1 3 30 2.1 O1 (Science and Technology)

http://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Unit/Details/M_505_5224

http://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Unit/Details/K_505_5223

http://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Unit/Details/J_505_5133

http://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Unit/Details/R_505_5278


http://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Unit/Details/T_505_5130

http://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Unit/Details/D_505_5218

http://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Unit/Details/Y_505_5136

http://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Unit/Details/H_505_5138



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H/505/5141 Forensic Detection 1 3 30 2.1 O1 (Science and Technology) F/504/6317 Using ICT in the Workplace 1 3 25 14.2 O1 (Science and Technology)


http://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Unit/Details/F_504_6317


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Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Certificate In Applied Science and Technology Learners must complete a total of 15 credits with at least 12 credits at Level 1. Learners must achieve 6 credits from Mandatory Group (M). The remaining credits can be achieved from Group M, Group O1 Science and Technology or Group O2 Employability and Personal Skills with a maximum of 3 credits from Group O2. Learners cannot include more than one unit with the same or similar title. Unit Reference Number



Group Name

M/505/5224 The Nature and Applications of Energy, Waves and Radiation 1 3 30 2.1 M (Mandatory) K/505/5223 The Study of Living Systems 1 3 30 2.1 M (Mandatory) J/505/5133 Electronics in Action 1 3 30 2.1 M (Mandatory) R/505/5278 Concepts and Techniques for Chemistry 1 3 30 2.1 M (Mandatory) K/505/5139 Healthy Living 1 3 27 2.1 O1 (Science and Technology) T/505/5130 Working in Science and Technology 1 3 30 2.1 O1 (Science and Technology) D/505/5218 Carrying out a Science or Technology Project 1 4 36 2.1 O1 (Science and Technology) Y/505/5136 Making Useful Scientific Devices 1 3 30 2.1 O1 (Science and Technology) H/505/5138 Using Mathematics Tools in Science and Technology 1 3 30 2.1 O1 (Science and Technology)

R/505/5247 Using Equipment to Make Scientific Observations and Measurements

1 3 30 2.1 O1 (Science and Technology)

H/505/5141 Forensic Detection 1 3 30 2.1 O1 (Science and Technology) F/504/6317 Using ICT in the Workplace 1 3 25 14.2 O1 (Science and Technology) Y/504/6310 Effective Communication in the Workplace Entry 3 3 30 14.2 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) D/504/6311 Effective Communication in the Workplace 1 3 30 14.2 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) H/504/6312 Effective Communication in the Workplace 2 3 30 14.2 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) H/504/6262 Skills for Creative Thinkers 1 2 15 14.1 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) D/504/6261 Skills for Creative Thinkers 2 2 15 14.1 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) Y/504/6260 Skills for Effective Participants 1 2 15 14.1 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) A/504/7627 Skills for Effective Participants 2 2 15 14.1 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) D/504/6258 Skills for Independent Enquirers 1 2 15 14.1 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) Y/504/6257 Skills for Independent Enquirers 2 2 15 14.1 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) A/504/6915 Skills for Reflective Learners 1 2 15 14.1 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills)




















http://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Unit/Details/A_504_7627





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M/504/6913 Skills for Reflective Learners 2 2 15 14.1 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) J/504/6254 Skills for Self Managers 1 2 15 14.1 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) D/504/6308 Skills for Self Managers 2 2 15 14.1 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) A/504/6252 Skills for Team Workers 1 2 15 14.1 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) T/504/6251 Skills for Team Workers 2 2 15 14.1 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) F/504/6320 Exploring Entrepreneurship 1 2 15 14.2 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) L/504/6336 Exploring Entrepreneurship 2 2 15 14.2 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) L/504/6322 Exploring and Presenting Enterprise Ideas 1 3 25 14.2 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) R/504/6337 Exploring and Presenting Enterprise Ideas 2 3 25 14.2 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) K/504/6327 Time Management 1 2 20 14.2 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills) M/504/6328 Time Management 2 2 20 14.2 O2 (Employability and Personal Skills)







http://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Unit/Details/L_504_6336






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Gateway Qualifications Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Extended Certificate in Applied Science and Technology The learner must achieve a total of 25 credits with at least 19 credits at Level 1. At least 6 credits must be achieved from Mandatory Group (M). The remaining credits can be achieved from Group M, Group O1 Science and Technology or Group O2 Employability and Personal Skills with a maximum of 6 credits from Group O2. Learners cannot include more than one unit with the same or similar title. Unit Reference Number



Group Name





























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Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Diploma In Applied Science and Technology The learner must achieve a total of 37 credits with at least 27 credits at Level 1. At least 9 credits must be achieved from Mandatory Group (M). The remaining credits can be achieved from Group M, Group O1 Science and Technology or Group O2 Employability and Personal Skills with a maximum of 10 credits from Group O2. Learners cannot include more than one unit with the same or similar title. Unit Reference Number



Group Name





























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3.2 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Recognition of prior learning is a process that considers if a learner can meet the specified assessment requirements through knowledge, understanding or skills that they already possess and that can contribute towards the attainment of a qualification for which they are undertaking. Where Recognition of Prior Learning is permitted then the evidence must be mapped against the criteria for which it is being claimed for and be valid, authentic, sufficient, reliable, valid and current. A maximum of 70% of a qualification can be achieved through the process of Recognition of Prior Learning, with at least 30% gained through new learning. The process for claiming RPL is set out in the Gateway Qualifications’ policy on Recognition of Prior Learning.

3.3 Links to other qualifications

These qualifications are designed to enable progression into further learning at the same level (e.g. from an Award to a Certificate) or to further learning at a higher level (eg from Level 1 to Level 2). The qualifications, with the exception of the Award) contains units from the Gateway Qualifications Employability and Personal Learning and Thinking Skills qualifications.


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4 Assessment and Quality Assurance

The following are in addition to the standard assessment and quality assurance requirements set out in the Gateway Qualifications Centre Handbook.

4.1 Method of Assessment

The method of assessment for the qualifications is through a portfolio of evidence.

4.2 Assessment Materials

There are no specific assessment materials provided for this qualification.

4.3 Qualification-Specific Centre Requirements

Centres must ensure that they have the appropriate resources in place when delivering practically based / performance units. In the delivery of qualifications and units to pre-16 learners centres are required to exercise due diligence in respect of the following:

- the learner’s needs and access to information and advice about the units offered and how the course of learning will meet their needs;

- the learner’s present capacity to undertake the tasks set by tutors, and tutors understanding of how particular tasks accord with the assessment criteria for the unit;

- tutors should be fully conversant with the qualification and unit specification/s offered to learners, where clarification is required the centre should consult with the assigned Quality Reviewer for further advice and guidance in the delivery of units and refer to the Centre Handbook and Reasonable Adjustment and Special Consideration policy and guidance.

- centres will be required to have appropriate and up to date risk assessments and ensure that appropriate support and supervision is provided; appropriate subject specialist knowledge should be consulted where the possibility of harm to learners is identified; this will be monitored through Gateway Qualifications’ quality assurance process.

- the centre contact for the unit/qualification being delivered must ensure that all procedures relating to the delivery of the unit/qualification operate effectively in the centre.


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4.4 Qualification-Specific Tutor/Assessor Requirements

There are no additional tutor/assessor requirements for these qualifications.

4.5 Qualification-Specific Quality Assurance Requirements

There are no additional quality assurance requirements for these qualifications.


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5 What to do next

For existing centres please contact your named Development Manager or Development Officer. For organisations, not yet registered as a Gateway Qualifications centre please contact: Gateway Qualifications Gateway House, 3 Tollgate Business Park Colchester CO3 8AB Tel: 01206 911211 Email: [email protected]

6 Gateway Qualifications

Gateway Qualifications, a not for profit registered charity, is an Awarding Organisation based in Colchester. We work with learning providers and industry experts to design and develop qualifications that benefit the learner and the employer. We support flexible, responsive and quality assured learning opportunities whether it’s in the classroom, at work, in the community or through distance learning. We are recognised by Ofqual, to design, develop and submit qualifications to the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

mailto:[email protected]


7 Appendices

Appendix 1 – Entry Level Barred Unit Listings




This Unit Is Barred Against These Units

Effective Communication in the Workplace (Y/504/6310)

Effective Communication in the Workplace (D/504/6311)

Effective Communication in the Workplace (H/504/6312)

Effective Communication in the Workplace (D/504/6311)

Effective Communication in the Workplace (H/504/6312)

Time Management (K/504/6327) Time Management (M/504/6328)

Gateway Qualifications Gateway House, 3 Tollgate Business Pa rk Colchester CO3 8AB

01206 911211 [email protected] www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk

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