Introduction to space

Challenge reference: 6009

Notional learning hours  10
Level Entry 3
Subject area
Skill
Learning aim

The learner will learn about space and the solar system.

Learning context

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Learning outcomes

What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do

The learner will:

  1. Be able to describe the solar system.

  2. Be able to describe how a rocket gets into space.

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Assessment criteria

What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome

The learner can:

    • Correctly describe the planets of the solar system
    • Correctly list the order of the eight planets, nearest to Sun to furthest away
    • Correctly describe the planets as 'orbiting' the Sun
    • Correctly label the forces on a diagram of a rocket
    • Explain how the forces act to speed-up or slow-down the rocket
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