Unit Award Scheme

75411 INTRODUCTION TO MARINE CONSERVATION

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
acquired an understanding of
1	at least one difference between a Marine Special Area of Conservation (mSAC) and a Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ)	Student completed work
2	at least one difference between static fishing gear and towed fishing gear	Student completed work
3	where to find advice about buying responsibly caught seafood	Student completed work
shown knowledge of
4	at least two impacts marine litter has on marine animals	Student completed work
5	at least two impacts fishing has on marine ecosystems	Student completed work
6	one impact of climate change on marine habitats	Student completed work
7	one impact of recreational activities on marine habitats	Student completed work
8	at least two habitats and species and two damaging activities for which a specific Marine Protected Area was designated	Student completed work
demonstrated the ability to
9	identify the most responsibly caught choice between two types of seafood and explain why	Student completed work
10	take part in a beach clean event	Summary sheet
11	write a code of conduct for a marine activity including at least six actions.	Student completed work

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 26 May 2016Level - Entry Level