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- You register with an approved centre. That is a college, training provider or employer OCN London has approved to offer this qualification. Zavmo is not an approved centre, so you register with them, not with us.
- The centre assesses, and OCN London awards. A qualified assessor at the centre judges your evidence, and the certificate comes from OCN London.
The OCNLR Level 1 Award in Skills for Professions in Applied Science and Technology enables learners to develop skills applicable to science and technology professions. Units cover topics such as science in the world, study skills, and causes of disease. It is designed for those interested in the science sector.
These are the units OCN London registers against this qualification. It is a catalogue, not a syllabus. Which of them you take depends on the combination the qualification requires, and that is set by the awarding body rather than by us. Every unit here is regulated. Zavmo teaches towards them on your own work, and work done here is recognised as prior learning under the agreements we hold.
Zavmo is not an awarding body, is not an approved centre, and is not affiliated with OCN London. It does the teaching and the mapping. OCN London sets this qualification and awards it, and a qualified human assessor makes the assessment decision.
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What each unit actually teaches you to do
Causes of Disease and Maintaining Health Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Know what is meant by ‘health’ and ‘disease’, and the difference between them.
- Know factors that can affect the health of individuals, including lifestyle choices, environmental factors and genetics.
- Know the causes of disease, including infectious agents, genetic disorders and environmental factors.
Chemistry Concepts and Techniques Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how chemical elements are classified within the periodic table
- Know the main factors involved in chemical reactions, such as catalysts and temperature
- Identify useful natural resources for use as potential future fuels
- Create useful chemical products from given starting materials, following instructions
Collaborative Working Using Digital Technology Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare collaborative technologies for use, ensuring they are set up correctly and ready for participants.
- Use collaborative technology safely and securely, adhering to relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Contribute to tasks using collaborative technologies, actively participating in group activities and discussions.
Digital Content Creation – Audio and Video Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Design a digital publication, considering its purpose and target audience.
- Input audio and video material elements effectively within a rich media publication design.
- Format and produce a rich media digital publication to a professional standard.
Digital Content Creation – Text and Image Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Design a digital publication that includes text and images.
- Input text and combine it with other digital media within a publication design.
- Edit, format and produce a digital publication.
Electronics in Action Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Identify the components used in electronic systems
- Describe the function of components used in electronic systems
- Explain how electronic circuits function
- Build an electronic circuit from a circuit diagram
- Check electronic circuits for correct assembly
- Measure electronic circuits to ensure correct function
- Test electronic circuits to ensure correct function
Environmental Issues Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Identify ways that human activities affect the environment.
- Understand the actions that people can take to benefit the environment.
- Identify different ways to reduce their carbon footprint.
Ethical and Political Issues Relating to Land-Based Activities Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Identify an ethical or political issue relating to horticulture, environmental conservation or animal care.
- Research the identified ethical or political issue.
- Present arguments or aspects of the differing views researched regarding the issue.
- Explain own views in relation to the ethical or political issue.
Exploring Careers in the Green Industries Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the green industries that offer career opportunities.
- Understand the range of employment opportunities available in green industries.
Forensic Detection Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Know the roles and responsibilities of employees and laboratories involved in forensic detection processes
- Know about different types of forensic evidence that can be collected and analysed
- Detect, collect and record evidence at a simulated crime scene
- Use scientific procedures to identify and analyse evidence collected
Global Warming and Climate Change Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Explain what is meant by ‘global warming’ and ‘climate change’, defining the key concepts and terminology.
- Describe the causes of global warming and climate change, identifying the main contributing factors.
- Explain the impact of global warming and climate change on the environment, outlining the potential consequences.
- Describe local, national and international action regarding climate change, identifying initiatives and strategies.
- Describe how to reduce personal impact on climate change, identifying practical steps and lifestyle changes.
Health and Safety in a Science Laboratory Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different types of hazard that may be present in a science laboratory
- Describe the potential risks associated with each type of hazard
- Explain fire safety procedures in a science laboratory, including the use of fire extinguishers and evacuation routes
- Describe how to work safely in a science laboratory, following established protocols and guidelines
- Work safely in a science laboratory, adhering to health and safety regulations and procedures
Improving Personal Productivity Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Plan the use of digital software to improve productivity.
- Use digital systems and software efficiently to complete planned tasks.
- Review the selection and use of digital tools to make sure that work activities are successful.
- Use digital tools to improve personal productivity and time management.
Introduction to Programming Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Apply variables effectively in computer programming.
- Utilise sequencing effectively in computer programming.
- Implement repetition/iteration effectively in computer programming.
- Apply Boolean expressions effectively in computer programming.
- Utilise selection effectively in computer programming.
- Plan, create and debug a simple computer program effectively.
Introduction to Study Skills Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Understand how to develop personal learning skills to improve performance.
- Understand and use information from various sources effectively.
- Plan, manage, and produce work to meet specified requirements.
Introduction to Sustainability Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Define the basic concepts of sustainability.
- Describe the importance of natural resources in relation to sustainability.
- Understand key challenges to sustainability in the world.
Investigate an Environmental Issue Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Understand sources of information relating to an environmental issue.
- Understand the causes of the environmental issue.
- Know how the environmental issue impacts on the environment.
- Understand ways the environmental issue is being, or could be, addressed.
Living Systems Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the structure of cells, including the nucleus, cytoplasm, and organelles.
- Explain the functions of different cell types, such as nerve cells, muscle cells, and blood cells.
- Describe the components of ecosystems, including producers, consumers, and decomposers.
- Explain how energy flows through ecosystems.
- Explain the role of genes in inheritance, including how traits are passed from parents to offspring.
- Describe how genes contribute to variation within a population.
Making Useful Scientific Devices Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Construct a weighing device using appropriate materials and techniques, and test its accuracy and reliability.
- Construct a device to generate electricity using appropriate materials and techniques, and test its functionality and efficiency.
Mathematical Tools in Science and Technology Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Use mathematical tools in a science or technology context to solve problems and analyse data.
- Collect and record scientific data accurately and systematically, using appropriate methods and equipment.
- Display and interpret scientific data using graphs, charts and tables to identify trends and patterns.
Physics and the Universe Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Know the different types of energy stores, such as kinetic, potential, and thermal energy.
- Know how energy is transferred between different energy stores through processes like heating, radiation, and work.
- Know the applications of different types of waves, including electromagnetic waves and sound waves.
- Know the applications of different types of radiation, such as infrared, ultraviolet, and X-rays.
- Use appropriate equipment to take measurements of voltage, current, and resistance in electric circuits.
- Record and interpret measurements taken in electric circuits.
- Know the different methods used to explore space, including telescopes, satellites, and space probes.
- Know the challenges and benefits of space exploration.
Project in Sustainability Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Plan a project to promote sustainability in a chosen environment
- Undertake a sustainability project
- Present the results of a sustainability project
- Reflect on the sustainability project
Science in the World Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Identify factors that can influence scientific progress, such as funding, ethical considerations and public opinion
- Describe how science is represented in various forms of media, including newspapers, television and the internet
- Explain how scientific discoveries have affected society, considering both positive and negative impacts
Science or Technology Project Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Select a suitable area of investigation for a science or technology project, ensuring it aligns with available resources and personal interests.
- Conduct thorough research for a chosen science or technology project, utilising appropriate sources and methodologies.
- Undertake practical activities to complete a science or technology project, demonstrating problem-solving and practical skills.
- Present the findings of a science or technology project in a clear and organised manner, using appropriate communication methods.
- Assess the outcomes of a science or technology project, evaluating its success and reflecting on own performance throughout the process.
Supporting Sustainability in an Office Environment Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Describe how to support sustainability in an office environment.
- Support sustainability practices in an office environment.
Sustainability Issues in Industry Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Know about sustainability issues in a chosen sector or industry.
- Know how sustainability can be improved in a specific sector or industry.
The Nature and Applications of Energy, Waves and Radiation Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different energy stores and energy transfers
- Describe the applications of waves and radiation
- Take measurements accurately in electric circuits
- Identify the components of the solar system
- Describe the methods used to explore space
Understanding Biology Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the main groups of plants and animals, including their key characteristics
- Know about the world’s main vegetation types and their geographical distribution
- Know about the basic structure of plant and animal cells, including their main components
- Know about the basic structure of plants, including roots, stems, and leaves
- Make observations of biological specimens using magnifying equipment, such as hand lenses and microscopes
Working in Science and Technology Real unit · OCN London
What you'll be able to do
- Know about the different sectors within science and technology.
- Know about the various job opportunities available in the science and technology sectors.
- Know about the skills and qualities required for different jobs in the science and technology sectors.
- Plan own learning and development activities in order to prepare for a career within science or technology.
The national standards these units are built against
What the job actually needs, in the words employers and awarding bodies already use for the work itself.
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Assign conclusions to forensic findings
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Contribute to digital forensic examination activities
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Determine forensic examinations to be undertaken for exhibits
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Develop and implement forensic strategies for serious and complex investigations
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Implement and review forensic strategy for investigations
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Lead Forensic Examination
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Prepare for Forensic Investigations
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Undertake technical analyses of forensic samples
The jobs these credits are mapped to
A qualification is never a dead end here. Each of these is a job record this qualification is a mapped route into.
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Where this can lead
Associate Forensic Auditor
This role can lead to work as a Senior Forensic Auditor, managing investigations, or a Director in forensic and integrity services.
See the whole journeyThe credits, and who awards them
Level 1 credits are regulated, and they are awarded by OCN London rather than by Zavmo. They don’t vanish when a subscription ends or a website closes. They travel to any employer, and Zavmo keeps the map of what you have covered and what is next.
What you would be collecting
Causes of Disease and Maintaining HealthChemistry Concepts and TechniquesCollaborative Working Using Digital TechnologyDigital Content Creation – Audio and VideoDigital Content Creation – Text and ImageElectronics in ActionEnvironmental IssuesEthical and Political Issues Relating to Land-Based Activities
Each one is a real unit registered against this qualification.
How you’d practise it
You don’t watch this. You do it.
You are not assessed on remembering this. You are assessed on applying it, analysing it, evaluating it and producing something. So that is what the practice is: projects, role play and your own live cases, with a tutor in the room.
The Navigator · your what-if tutor Illustration - Bring your own plan Create
For “Project in Sustainability” you bring the plan you are actually working on, not a case study. Zavmo pulls on the assumptions in it until the weak one shows.
- Map a live decision Analyse
“Living Systems” runs on a decision you are facing now. Zavmo maps it with you and shows what the second-order effect looks like before you find out the slow way.
What you leave holding
The standards this credential builds, in the shape the product keeps them
Nothing here is marked learned. There is no learner on a public page, so the map shows what the qualification covers rather than what anybody has done.
- Assign conclusions to forensic findings
- Contribute to digital forensic examination activities
- Determine forensic examinations to be undertaken for exhibits
- Develop and implement forensic strategies for serious and complex investigations
- Implement and review forensic strategy for investigations
- Lead Forensic Examination
- Prepare for Forensic Investigations
- Undertake technical analyses of forensic samples
How you would learn this
One to one, on the work you already do
A tutor sets the task against your own job and marks the reasoning, at your pace. There is no cohort to fall behind.
A lesson from Causes of Disease and Maintaining Health, one of this qualification's own units.
Applied to your work in any of these jobs
This unit provides learners with an understanding of health and disease concepts and factors affecting individual health, including lifestyle, environment, and genetics. Learners will also study causes of disease, including infectious agents and non-infectious factors.
- 1 Remember
- 2 Understand
- 3 Apply
- 4 Analyse
- 5 Evaluate
- 6 Create
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Built for OCNLR Level 1 Award in Skills for Professions in Applied Science and Technology
29 units in this credential, in the order it lists them, awarded by OCN London.
- Causes of Disease and Maintaining Health
- Chemistry Concepts and Techniques
- Collaborative Working Using Digital Technology
- Digital Content Creation – Audio and Video
- Digital Content Creation – Text and Image
- Electronics in Action
and 23 more in the full unit list below.
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