Making scientific devices: creating a weighing device and using batteries to generate electricity
Challenge reference: 5405
| Notional learning hours | 20 | ||
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| Level | Level 1 | ||
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| Learning aim | The learner will apply their scientific knowledge and develop practical skills by making two types of scientific devices and testing their effectiveness. |
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Learning outcomes
What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do
The learner will:
Be able to construct and test a weighing device
Be able to construct batteries to generate electricity
Assessment criteria
What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome
The learner can:
- Design a simple balance
- Construct and test the balance safely, using available resources
- Describe the components of a battery
- Construct and test batteries safely, using available resources
- Describe how batteries can harm the environment