Unit Award Scheme

71037

WAVE PROPERTIES AND THE ELECTROMAGNETIC SPECTRUM

Level: Level One

In successfully completing this unit, the learner will have	Evidence needed
experienced 1. taking part in a discussion about the characteristics of waves and the electromagnetic spectrum	Summary sheet
2. representing a transverse wave using a piece of string or slinky	Summary sheet
demonstrated the ability to 3. draw a diagram of a transverse wave	Student completed work
4. label the diagram with (a) crest (b) trough (c) wavelength	Student completed work
5. explain the terms (a) amplitude (b) frequency (c) speed	Student completed work
6. identified the correct unit of measurement for (a) wavelength (b) frequency (c) speed	Student completed work
7. perform at least one calculation to determine the wave speed given the wavelength and frequency	Student completed work
8. describe at least one everyday use for each of the waves within the electromagnetic spectrum	Student completed work
9. describe at least one risk associated with each wave within the electromagnetic spectrum	Student completed work
10. comment 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

Approved 24 Nov 2014

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