Unit Award Scheme

122258 FIELD SKILLS: ENVIRONMENTAL DNA SAMPLING

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
shown knowledge of
1	the main features of Environmental Deoxyribonucleic Acid (eDNA)	Summary sheet
acquired an understanding of
2	the main ways eDNA is used in species conservation	Student completed work
3	why eDNA is important within species conservation	Student completed work
shown knowledge of
4	the key equipment needed for a successful eDNA sample	Summary sheet
5	the key steps in the process of eDNA samples being collected and stored for analysis	Summary sheet
6	at least three risks when taking an eDNA sample	Summary sheet
7	the main ways to increase the chance of collecting a range of organisms' DNA successfully	Summary sheet
8	at least three benefits of citizen science for facilitating community engagement and understanding the power of democratising data	Summary sheet
demonstrated the ability to
9	identify suitable areas to take an eDNA sample.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 17 September 2024Level - Level Two