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This Student Book supports the new BTEC First Award in Application of Science. The first external assessment for this award will take place in March 2014, although the award can be taught from 2012.
Updated to match the new 2012 specifications for Principles of Applied Science & Application of Science, this bright and engaging student book presents science in real contexts at a suitable level for BTEC to support new assessments and progression from Pass to Merit and Distinction. This book is endorsed by Edexcel.
This student book supports the level 1/level 2 BTEC First Award in Applied Science - Principles of Applied Science NQF specification for first teaching from September 2012. The book covers all four mandatory units so learners have relevant and specific content to complete the new 2012 award.
Updated to match the new 2012 specification for Principles of Applied Science, this comprehensive teacher pack includes detailed lesson plans, assignments and worksheets covering all Level 1, Pass, Merit and Distinction criteria, supported by easy-to-use administrative tools. * Printed pack with accompanying CD-ROM containing editable MS Word documents and PDFs * Clear assessment criteria and planning grid provided for each unit * Detailed lesson plans to deliver all unit content * Exam-style question paper for Unit 1 * Assignments for Units 2, 3 and 4 covering all Level 1, Pass, Merit and Distinction criteria * Worksheets that build into a portfolio of evidence * Original and inventive activities designed to make science exciting and involve students in the learning process * Easy-to-use and adapt scheme of work * Functional Skills and PLTS covered * User-friendly tracking sheet * Written by Collins authors with hands-on experience of teaching science at the right level for BTEC students This Teacher Pack covers: Unit 1: Principles of Science Unit 2. Chemistry and Our Earth Unit 3. Energy and Our Universe Unit 4. Biology and Our Environment
A clearly written and easily accessible textbook that encourages independent study, covering all the core material required for the BTEC First Certificate and Diploma. Knowledge-check questions and activities are included throughout, along with review questions and worked mathematical examples, all of which relate to real-world engineering contexts. Students will gain a valuable insight into various areas of engineering technology and related industries, providing a potential springboard to further training, qualifications, or suitable employment. For those students wishing to progress to BTEC National, this textbook covers all the vital material required as a prerequisite to NVQ Level 3. New in this edition: • Updated in line with the 2010 changes to the BTEC First specifications • Includes detailed information on assessment, featuring example questions and answers • Layout and design changes provide extra clarity
Automotive technicians and students need a firm grasp of science and technology in order to fully appreciate and understand how mechanisms and systems of modern vehicles work. Automotive Science and Mathematics presents the necessary principles and applications with all the examples and exercises relating directly to motor vehicle technology and repair, making it easy for automotive students and apprentices to relate the theory back to their working practice. The coverage of this book is based on the syllabus requirements of the BTEC First in Vehicle Technology, BTEC National in Vehicle Repair and Technology, and the IMI Certificate and Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, but will help all automotive students and apprentices at levels 2 and 3 and up to and including HNC/HND, foundation and first degree with their studies and in achieving the Key Skill 'Application of Number' at levels 2 and 3. The book is designed to cater for both light and heavy vehicle courses. Full worked solutions of most exercises are available as a free download for lecturers only from http://textbooks.elsevier.com. Allan Bonnick is a motor vehicle education and training consultant and was formerly Head of Motor Vehicle Engineering, Eastbourne College. He is the author of several established automotive engineering textbooks.
Study Skills Guide Your study Skills Guide is designed to help you develop the skills you need to successfully complete your BTEC National course. It will help you to: Understand the best way for you to learn Cope with assessments Manage your time Get the most from your work experience Work in a team Use resources Find, organise and interpret your information Make a presentation Get the most out of your BTEC With plenty of activities and case studies to improve your understanding, your Study Skills Guide will be a valuable companion as you work through the course. Includes: A full sample assignment with advice on how you can improve your grade Lots of easily-digestible tips and ideas to help you on your way Write-in skills building section where you can practice essential personal, learning and thinking skills and functional skills
BTEC First Award in Engineering Student Book - Our BTEC First in Engineering Award Book covers Units 1, 2, 5, 6 7 and 8 so learners have relevant and specific content to complete the new next generation Pearson BTEC First Award in Engineering for level 2 learners. If learners are studying other sizes of this qualification they might prefer our Full Edition*. - Provides all the underpinning knowledge and understanding needed at level 2 to help learners prepare for the course. - Activities in each unit provide support and guidance for learners, and can be used in the classroom or for independent work. - The new BTEC Assessment Zone guides learners through the challenges of both internal and external assessment with grading tips and support for external assessment. * From 2012, Pearson's BTEC First qualifications have been under re-development, so schools and colleges could be teaching the existing 2010 specification or the new next generation 2012-2013 specification. There are different Student Books to support each specification. If learners are unsure, they should check with their teacher or tutor. Units covered: 1: The Engineered World 2: Investigating an Engineered Product 5: Engineering Materials 6: Computer-aided Engineering 7: Machining Techniques 8: Electronic Circuit Design and Construction
Thts student book covers the full diploma including in-depth coverage of the four mandatory units and 11 most popular optional units, giving you the breadth to tailor the course to your learners' needs and interests. Assessment activities give practice for all grading criteria for the units covered.
