A-Level Biology Specification

OCR B H422

Section 1.2.1: Practical skills

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#1.2.1a

apply investigative approaches and methods to practical work

Including how to solve problems in a practical context.

#1.2.1b

safely and correctly use a range of practical equipment and materials

Including identification of potential hazards.

Learners should understand how to minimise the risks involved.

#1.2.1c

follow written instructions

#1.2.1d

make and record observations/measurements

#1.2.1e

keep appropriate records of experimental activities

#1.2.1f

present information and data in a scientific way

#1.2.1g

use appropriate software and tools to process data, carry out research and report findings

#1.2.1h

use online and offline research skills including websites, textbooks and other printed scientific sources of information

#1.2.1i

correctly cite sources of information

#1.2.1j

use a wide range of experimental and practical instruments, equipment and techniques appropriate to the knowledge and understanding included in the specification