Unit Award Scheme

111056 INTRODUCTION TO METAL DETECTING

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
shown knowledge of
1	how to gain permission to metal detect from a land owner, eg in person or in writing	Summary sheet
2	any restrictions that apply to metal detecting in a chosen area, eg protected archaeological sites	Summary sheet
3	at least two types of location offering the best chances of success, eg areas with high foot traffic, ruins or abandoned areas	Summary sheet
4	the type and use of at least one object found	Summary sheet
demonstrated the ability to
5	gather the necessary equipment for metal detecting, eg detector, trowel, headphones, gloves	Summary sheet
6	cover ground effectively with the detector using a slow, low arc moving forwards over the length and breadth of the chosen area	Summary sheet
7	cut or dig objects out in a plug, removing turf with a trowel	Summary sheet
8	sift through the plug for finds	Summary sheet
9	replace soil and turf after sifting, leaving no trace.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 19 September 2018Level - Entry Level