BU3/Biology Unit3(AS)

1. Unit Title: AS Biology (Biology Unit3)   2. Unit Code: WBI13/01   3. Content Overview: Students are expected to develop experimental skills, and a knowledge and understanding of experimental techniques, by carrying out a range of practical experiments and investigations while they study units 1 and 2. This unit will assess students’ knowledge and understanding of experimental procedures and techniques that were developed in units 1 and 2.   4. Assessment Overview - Unit : Unit3: Practical Skills in Biology I - Percentage : 20% of IAS / 10% of IAL - Mark : 50 - Time : 1 hour 20 mins - Availability : January, June and  October The paper may include short-open, open-response and calculation questions. The paper will include a minimum of 5 marks that target mathematics at Level 2 or above (see Appendix 6: Mathematical skills and exemplifications). Candidates will be expected to apply their knowledge and understanding of practical skills to familiar and unfamiliar situations.