Knowing your academic level An exploration of the different levels of learning in the UK

All work for assessment must contain Correct level of learning and achievement Relevant technical content

Technical content comes from: Self Study Workshop exercises Theory classes

Academic level : Is set by the awarding body from the standards set by industry Is included in learning materials, lectures and language by the teacher

Academic levels in a diagram Level 2

What do I need to show in my answers, to meet the correct academic level?

Work with others under direct supervision, but with a very limited degree of discretion and judgment about possible action. At LEVEL 1, students should be able to: What’s in each level? Employ a narrow range of applied knowledge, skills and basic comprehension within a limited range of predictable and structured contexts.

Undertake directed activities, with a degree of autonomy, within time constraints. At LEVEL 2, students should be able to: What’s in each level? Apply knowledge with underpinning comprehension in a number of areas and employ a range of skills within a number of contexts, some of which may be non-routine.

Access and analyse information independently and make reasoned judgements, selecting from a considerable choice of procedures, in familiar and unfamiliar contexts. At LEVEL 3, students should be able to: What’s in each level? Apply knowledge and skills in a range of complex activities demonstrating comprehension of relevant theories. Direct own activities, with some responsibility for the output of others.

Exercise time: How can I know that you understand something, rather than just remember it?

Statements and Descriptions: What’s the difference? ?

Statements and Descriptions: State the function of traffic lights

Statements and Descriptions: Describe the function of traffic lights

Statements and Descriptions: Or, if you prefer something more relevant to electrical installation:

Statements and Descriptions: State the action of a fuse during a fault

Statements and Descriptions: Describe the action of a fuse during a fault

Exercise time: Please attempt the exercise tasks to become more familiar with the different academic levels