Unit Award Scheme

113231 INTRODUCTION TO MICROBIOLOGY

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

shown knowledge of

1the structure of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, and the role of each organelleStudent completed work
2at least two examples of both types of organism and their classificationStudent completed work
3the main roles of bacteria in nature and the bio-industryStudent completed work
4the gram stain technique for identifying bacteriaStudent completed work
5the structure of virusesStudent completed work
6key theories on the origin of virusesStudent completed work
7at least two diseases caused by virusesStudent completed work
8the classification of virusesStudent completed work
9the structure and main characteristics of fungiStudent completed work
10at least two diseases caused by fungiStudent completed work

demonstrated the ability to

11compare eukaryotic and prokaryotic cell structureStudent completed work
12explain why viruses are not classed as livingStudent completed work
13describe how viruses replicateStudent completed work
14describe how bacteria replicate through binary fissionStudent completed work
15use a microscope correctly and safely.Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 28 February 2020Level - Level Three