Unit Award Scheme

111910 INTRODUCTION TO NAVIGATION

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
acquired an understanding of
1	a least four major map elements and notation relevant to the area of travel, eg contour lines, woodlands, paths, roads and streams	Summary sheet
demonstrated the ability to
2	orient the map to the ground using obvious features and handrails	Summary sheet
3	orient the map to the ground using a compass	Summary sheet
4	use a six figure grid reference to find at least two features on the map and describe a position	Summary sheet
5	use at least three linear features, eg roads, paths, woodland edges and field boundaries as handrails in simple navigation exercises	Summary sheet
6	use at least three clearly identifiable features to confirm position along the route and to recognise when the target has been arrived at or overshot	Summary sheet
7	relate four major land-forms (both hills and valleys) to contour information on the map	Summary sheet
8	measure horizontal distance on the map and estimate the distance on the ground using timing (on flat ground only) and simple visual judgements, eg 100m is about four swimming pool lengths	Summary sheet
experienced
9	participating in a discussion about local access issues, the Countryside Code and emergency procedures	Summary sheet
10	participating in a discussion about how to correct themselves safely if they have lost their position on the map.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 15 April 2019Level - Level One