Unit Award Scheme

71037 WAVE PROPERTIES AND THE ELECTROMAGNETIC SPECTRUM

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

experienced

1taking part in a discussion about the characteristics of waves and the electromagnetic spectrumSummary sheet
2representing a transverse wave using a piece of string or slinkySummary sheet

demonstrated the ability to

3draw a diagram of a transverse waveStudent completed work
4label the diagram with (a) crest (b) trough (c) wavelengthStudent completed work
5explain the terms (a) amplitude (b) frequency (c) speedStudent completed work
6identified the correct unit of measurement for (a) wavelength (b) frequency (c) speedStudent completed work
7perform at least one calculation to determine the wave speed given the wavelength and frequencyStudent completed work
8describe at least one everyday use for each of the waves within the electromagnetic spectrumStudent completed work
9describe at least one risk associated with each wave within the electromagnetic spectrumStudent completed work
10comment on the relative risk of each type of wave within the electromagnetic spectrum and explain why some waves are more dangerous than others.Student completed work

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 24 November 2014Level - Level One