...importance of the three sectors 1. What are the 3 sectors of business activity? There are three sectors and they are: • The Primary Sector- this is the sector where raw materials are collected for example, farming, fishing and mining. • The Secondary Sector- In this sector the raw materials are manufactured and turned into a selling product, for example making a plastic bottle from oil. • The Tertiary Sector- this is the retail sector where the manufactured products are sold but also is where some businesses provide a service. 2. Copy the graph on pg 108 to show the changing employment levels in the different sectors over the last 20 years in the UK. This graph is showing us that in 1985 there use to be more employees in the more labour jobs like mining and quarrying, textiles and motor cars but in 2000 these had fallen instead there were more jobs in hotels and restaurants, recreation and sport than in 1985. 3. Explain 2 reasons why there has been a decrease in the primary sector in the UK: The primary sector has decreased because of advanced technology and everything is becoming automated. For example, in farms where raw materials were usually dug up by hand, they are now using machines to do it instead. This is because it is cheaper to buy machines as it is faster and more efficient. The result therefore is that costs are reduced and profits are increased, but also fewer people are needed to work in these sectors. 4. Explain 2 reasons why there has been a decrease...
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...BTEC Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Certificate and Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Diplomas in Sport For first teaching from September 2006 Issue 2 March 2007 Specification Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Certificate and Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Diplomas in Sport Edexcel, a Pearson company, is the UK’s largest awarding body offering academic and vocational qualifications and testing to more than 25,000 schools, colleges, employers and other places of learning here and in over 100 countries worldwide. We deliver 9.4 million exam scripts each year, with 3 million marked onscreen in 2005. Our qualifications include GCSE, AS and A Level, GNVQ, NVQ and the BTEC suite of vocational qualifications from entry level to BTEC Higher National Diplomas and Foundation Degrees. We also manage the data collection, marking and distribution of the National Curriculum Tests at Key Stages 2 and 3, and the Year 7 Progress Tests. References to third party material made in this specification are made in good faith. Edexcel does not endorse, approve or accept responsibility for the content of materials, which may be subject to change, or any opinions expressed therein. (Material may include textbooks, journals, magazines and other publications and websites.) Authorised by Jim Dobson Prepared by Dominic Sutton Publications Code BF017349 All the material in this publication is copyright © Edexcel Limited 2007 Essential principles for delivering a BTEC This specification contains the rules...
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...Higher Nationals LEVEL Acc QrCdFed e it Issue 4 July 2011 Edexcel, a Pearson company, is the UK’s largest awarding body, offering academic and vocational qualifications and testing to more than 25,000 schools, colleges, employers and other places of learning in the UK and in over 100 countries worldwide. Qualifications include GCSE, AS and A Level, NVQ and our BTEC suite of vocational qualifications from entry level to BTEC Higher National Diplomas, recognised by employers and higher education institutions worldwide. We deliver 9.4 million exam scripts each year, with more than 90% of exam papers marked onscreen annually. As part of Pearson, Edexcel continues to invest in cutting-edge technology that has revolutionised the examinations and assessment system. This includes the ability to provide detailed performance data to teachers and students which helps to raise attainment. This specification is Issue 4. Key changes are sidelined. We will inform centres of any changes to this issue. The latest issue can be found on the Edexcel website: www.edexcel.com References to third-party material made in this specification are made in good faith. Edexcel does not endorse, approve or accept responsibility for the content of materials, which may be subject to change, or any opinions expressed therein. (Material may include textbooks, journals, magazines and other publications and websites.) Authorised by Roger Beard Prepared by Susan Hoxley Publications Code BH029073...
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...Assignment brief – QCF BTEC (Level 3)Assignment front sheet | Qualification | Unit number and title | BTEC 90 Credit/Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care | Unit 5 Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care | Learner name | Assessor name | | Louise Dada,Angela Lewis-Wright Alison Watson | Date issued | Hand in deadline | Submitted on | 10 November 2014 | 8 December 2014 | | | | Assignment title 1 | Know the organisation of the human body | In this assessment you will have opportunities to provide evidence against the following criteria. Indicate the page numbers where the evidence can be found. | 5a Criteria reference | To achieve the criteria the evidence must show that the learner is able to: | | Task no. | | Evidence | P1 | Outline the functions of the main cell components. | | 1 | | Training Pack | P2 | Outline the structure of the main tissues of the body | | 1 | | Training Pack | P3 | Outline the gross structure of all the main body systems. | | 1 | | Training Pack | Learner declaration | I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own. I have clearly referenced any sources used in the work. I understand that false declaration is a form of malpractice.Learner signature: Date: | Assignment brief 1 Qualification | BTEC 90 Credit/Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care | Unit number and title | Unit 5 Anatomy and Physiology...
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...Semester Period Unit No 103 Units Covered Unit Name Further Mathematics for Engineering Technicians Electrical and Electronic Principles Data Communications and Networks Analytical Methods for Engineers Engineering Science Telecommunication Principles Advanced Mathematics for Engineering Electrical and Electronic Principles Business Management Techniques for Engineers Computer Programming Techniques Radio Communication Engineering Electronic Principles Principles and Applications of Microcontrollers Digital and Analogue Devices and Circuits Management of Projects Project Design, Implementation and Evaluation Personal and Professional Development Work-based Experience Credit Hours 10 10 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 20 15 15 15 15 20 15 15 Unit Level 3 3 4 4 4 5 5 5 4 4 4 5 4 5 5 5 5 5 Semester 1 (10 weeks) September- November 2014 101 119 001 Semester 2 (10 weeks) December- February 2014 002 118 059 Semester 3 (10 weeks) March - May 2014 005 007 112 Semester 4 (10 weeks) June - August 2015 120 039 113 Semester 5 (10 weeks) September-November 2015 117 037 Semester 6 (10 weeks) 003 December 2015 -February 2016 027 029 Industrial Training March 2016 - September 2016 UNIT 1: ANALYTICAL METHODS FOR ENGINEERS Unit 1: Unit code: QCF level: Credit value: Analytical Methods for Engineers A/601/1401 4 15 • Aim This unit will provide the analytical knowledge and techniques needed to carry out a range of engineering...
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...Unit 1 Fitness for Sport and Exercise Unit 1, Fitness for Sport and Exercise, is an externally assessed, compulsory unit with three learning aims: ●● ●● ●● Learning aim A: Know about the components of fitness and the principles of training Learning aim B: Explore different fitness training methods Learning aim C: Investigate fitness testing to determine fitness levels. Unit 1 is a core unit and its content underpins the other BTEC sport units. Learning aim A looks at the components of physical and skill-related fitness and principles of training. Learning aim B covers the various training methods that can be used to develop the different components of fitness and learning aim C focuses on fitness tests. The second section contains two sample external assessments. You will be given 1 hour to complete the external assessment for this unit and the marks are out of 50. Your assessment will take place by an online, computer-based test and our two sample external assessments are designed to show you the types of questions, and question formats, you might face. Answers for the two sample external assessments can be found at the end of the book. Unit 1 Fitness for Sport and Exercise The unit is divided in to two sections. The first section contains the content of the learning aim, broken down in to bite-sized chunks. Each topic is covered and you can tick them off as you study them. 1 BTEC Sport Level 2 Assessment Guide Units 1 and 2 uncorrected first proofs issued by marketing...
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...Unit 3: Introduction to Marketing Unit code: Y/502/5411 QCF Level 3: BTEC National Credit value: 10 Guided learning hours: 60 Aim and purpose The aim and purpose of this unit is to give learners an understanding of how marketing, research and planning and the marketing mix are used by all organisations. Unit introduction Marketing is at the heart of every organisation’s activity. Its importance is also growing in the non-commercial, public and voluntary sectors. Also, at the heart of marketing is the customer. This unit will introduce learners to some of the tools and techniques all types of organisations use to achieve their objectives. Firstly, learners will explore how different types of organisations use marketing principles to meet the needs of their customers and achieve their objectives. The constraints under which organisations operate are important and learners will study the legal requirements and voluntary codes that affect marketing. Learners will then go on to investigate how organisations collect data through market research and turn it into useful information which can be analysed and used to plan their marketing activities. The segmentation and targeting of groups of customers is a key marketing technique and this is studied in detail. This includes the different bases for segmentation of both consumer and business markets. Next, learners will examine how a marketing mix is developed to meet the needs and aspirations of...
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...Understanding BTEC IT L3 Using the resources below try & answer the following questions: Resources: * CRL\ICT\Sixth Form\BTEC * http://www.edexcel.com/BTEC/Pages/default.aspx * Internet Questions: 1. What is a BTEC? BTECs are work-related qualifications 2. Where can a BTEC take you? it can take u many places and it is recognised by schools, colleges, universities, employers and professional bodies 3. What does BTEC stand for? 4. What is full name of the BTEC award for the IT course at: a. AS b. A2 5. How are BTEC awards and units graded? 6. Complete the UCAS points / A ‘level equivalent table BTEC Certificate Grade | UCAS Points | AS Level Equivalent | P | 20 | E | M | 40 | C | D | 60 | A | D* | 80 | A* | BTEC Subsidiary Diploma Grade | UCAS Points | A2 Level Equivalent | P | 40 | E | M | 80 | C | D | 120 | A | D* | 140 | A* | 7. How many units do you need to complete to achieve the award at: c. AS? d. A2? 8. What are the units studied at AS? 9. Which 2 units are compulsory? 10. Are there any exams in BTEC? No 11. In order to achieve a Distinction overall how many unit points do you need at: e. AS? 250 f. A2? 500 12. Once handed in your work for assessment how many times can you improve your work? once 13. If you are not satisfied with your grade / assessment decision what can you do about...
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...Understanding BTEC IT L3 Using the resources below try & answer the following questions: Resources: * CRL\ICT\Sixth Form\BTEC * http://www.edexcel.com/BTEC/Pages/default.aspx * Internet Questions: 1. What is a BTEC? BTECs are work-related qualifications 2. Where can a BTEC take you? it can take u many places and it is recognised by schools, colleges, universities, employers and professional bodies 3. What does BTEC stand for? 4. What is full name of the BTEC award for the IT course at: a. AS b. A2 5. How are BTEC awards and units graded? 6. Complete the UCAS points / A ‘level equivalent table BTEC Certificate Grade | UCAS Points | AS Level Equivalent | P | 20 | E | M | 40 | C | D | 60 | A | D* | 80 | A* | BTEC Subsidiary Diploma Grade | UCAS Points | A2 Level Equivalent | P | 40 | E | M | 80 | C | D | 120 | A | D* | 140 | A* | 7. How many units do you need to complete to achieve the award at: c. AS? d. A2? 8. What are the units studied at AS? 9. Which 2 units are compulsory? 10. Are there any exams in BTEC? No 11. In order to achieve a Distinction overall how many unit points do you need at: e. AS? 250 f. A2? 500 12. Once handed in your work for assessment how many times can you improve your work? once 13. If you are not satisfied with your grade / assessment decision what can you do...
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...Unit 1: Developing Effective Communication in Health and Social Care Unit code: R/600/8939 QCF Level 3: BTEC Nationals Credit value: 10 Guided learning hours: 60 Aim and purpose This unit aims to enable learners to understand effective communication, the barriers that may exist and ways to overcome these. The unit will give learners the opportunity to gain the interpersonal skills needed to embark on a career within the health or social care sectors. Unit introduction This is a core unit within the programme, recognising the fact that effective communication is central to all work in the health and social care sectors. Professionals within the sectors require good communication and interpersonal skills to perform their roles effectively, work cooperatively with colleagues and build supportive relationships with people using services. It is, therefore, important for all those embarking on a career in the health or social care sectors to gain knowledge, understanding and the skills associated with communication, so that they are able to develop effective interpersonal skills. Initially, learners will investigate what is meant by effective communication and interpersonal skills and how these may affect the outcomes for people who use services. Learners will consider the factors that influence communication and interactions, analysing theories which may help to explain why there may be difficulties, possible breakdowns in communication and...
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...Unit 2: Unit code: QCF Level 3: Credit value: Business Resources D/502/5409 BTEC National 10 Guided learning hours: 60 Aim and purpose The aim of this unit is to develop learner knowledge of the range of human, physical, technological and financial resources required in an organisation, and how the management of these resources can impact on business performance. Unit introduction At the core of every organisation are the human, physical, technological and financial resources that enable it to function. This unit will give learners a broad understanding of the importance organisations place on managing their resources efficiently in order to achieve their objectives. It is important that learners are able to relate their understanding of resource management to a real organisation. This will provide an essential link between theory and practice. Understanding how these resources are managed is one of the keys to assessing how well the organisation is performing. The first part of this unit explores the range of human, physical and technological resources for a selected organisation. Learners will investigate the importance of managing these resources efficiently. The contribution that recruiting and retaining suitable staff can make to the organisation’s performance is examined. The importance of managing the organisation’s physical and technological resources efficiently is also explored. For an organisation to survive its finances need to be sound and secure. The...
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... | |Date issued |Completion date |Submitted on | | | | | |5th November 2012 |3rd December 2012 |3rd December 2012 | |Qualification |Unit number and title | | | | |BTEC Level 3 National Subsidiary Diploma in Business |Unit 1: The Business Environment | | | | |Assignment title |Similar Businesses in Different Worlds | |In this assessment you will have opportunities to provide evidence against the following...
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...Unit 4: Unit code: QCF Level 3: Credit value: Business Communication H/502/5413 BTEC National 10 Guided learning hours: 60 Aim and purpose The aim of this unit is to show learners that the collection and management of business information, and the successful communication of that information throughout a business, is critical for the future prosperity of the organisation. Unit introduction A business needs accurate and relevant information from internal and external sources in order to operate profitably. Proper collection of data creates an environment where informed decisions can be taken for the benefit of the business. In order to manage information effectively, there must be good communication systems within the organisation. Staff must possess good verbal and written skills in order to communicate and share information Business information can be used to obtain competitive advantage and promote efficiency. Organisations generate information internally, recording details of products manufactured, purchased and sold, and their associated costs. Businesses use information to manage not only what is currently happening in the organisation but also to plan for the future and ensure their survival. Information is collected, stored, manipulated, analysed and reported to those who need to use it. People need to become skilled manipulators and users of information to ensure organisations become more efficient and succeed in achieving their stated purposes. Since the...
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...BTEC Level 3 National Health and Social Care Unit 1 Developing effective communication in health and social care This mandatory unit enables learners to understand effective communication within health or social care settings, some of the many barriers to effective communication and ways to overcome them. Learners will gain the necessary interpersonal skills to communicate with a range of people within the sector and will have the opportunity to identify and analyse the effectiveness of their own communication skills. This is a 10-credit unit and can be taught in 60 guided learning hours, with learners also expected to complete non-supervised individual study time. This is a mandatory unit for all qualifications. On completion of this unit, learners should: LO1 Understand effective communication and interpersonal interaction in health and social care LO2 Understand factors that influence communication and interpersonal interaction in health and social care environments LO3 Understand ways to overcome barriers in a health and social care environment LO4 Be able to communicate and interact effectively in a health or social care environment Unit contents The scheme of work for this unit (page 13) links to the following resources to help you deliver Unit 1. LO1 Lesson plan LO2 LO3 LO4 AS10, AS11, AS12 LP Activity sheet AS1, AS2, AS3, AS4 AS5, AS6, AS7, AS8, AS9 Stretch and support AS1, AS2, AS3, AS4 AS6, AS8, AS9 ...
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...|Assignment brief – QCF BTEC | |Assignment front sheet | |Qualification |Unit number and title | |BTEC Subsidiary Award in Business |Unit 1 The Business Environment | |Learner name | Assessor name | | | | |Date issued | Hand in deadline |Submitted on | |23 June 2014 |22 September | | | | | |Assignment title |Assignment 1: Type, purpose, ownership and stakeholders | |In this assessment you will have opportunities to provide evidence...
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