Designed to provide technical knowledge and understanding of the principles of operation of wind turbines.One of the most significant alternative energy sources is considered to be wind power. There is a vast amount of energy in wind (particularly in Scotland), and it would seem relatively straightforward to extract — after all windmills have been in use for hundreds of years. This unit will allow you to develop a deeper knowledge and understanding of how wind power technologies work from an engineering systems perspective. It will also allow you to develop knowledge and understanding of the energy and environmental issues facing...

Learn about the important parts of robotic systems and the things that affect which ones are chosen for use in different industries.This Unit has been designed to help you to learn about Robotic Systems in an industrial context. The Unit builds on general engineering work in manufacturing and extends this to cover the use of robotic systems for manufacture. What you will experience On completion of the Unit you should be able to describe and compare the main attributes of robotic systems, select and justify suitable robotic systems for a given industrial application and program and operate a robotic system...

A detailed introduction to effective use of Microsoft Word.Microsoft Word is an excellent word processing package that enables you to produce a wide range of documents, ranging from letters and memos, to posters and flyers. This open learning unit will demonstrate the different features and show you how to get the most out of the software. What you will experience You will cover the following topics: Word Layout Open, close, save and delete documents Using a mouse Cut, copy and pasting text Print Formatting text Spelling and grammar Searching and replacing text Formatting paragraphs – line spacing, indentation, bullets and...

A detailed study of the applications of key mathematical concepts.This Unit forms part of the Higher Mathematics course but can also be studied as a stand alone Unit. The Higher Mathematics course enables learners to develop skills in selecting and applying mathematical techniques in a variety of mathematical situations. The general aim of this particular Unit is to develop knowledge and skills that involve geometric applications, applications of sequences and applications of calculus. These skills will enable progression to further learning and to employment. Learners will experience in-depth study of the ways in which mathematics describes our world, and become...

Learn to solve equations, use graphs and work with trigonometric ratios.This unit forms part of the National 4 Mathematics Course but can also be studied as a stand alone Unit. The National 4 qualification enables learners to select and apply straightforward mathematical skills in a variety of mathematical and real-life situations. Learners interpret, communicate and manage information in mathematical form. The aim of this particular Unit is to develop skills linked to straightforward mathematical relationships. These include solving equations, understanding graphs and working with trigonometric ratios. The Outcomes cover aspects of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, statistics and reasoning. What you will...

Learn key skills in numeracy, money, time and measurement.This Unit forms part of the National 4 Mathematics Course but can also be studied as a stand along Unit. The National 4 qualification enables learners to select and apply straightforward mathematical skills in a variety of mathematical and real-life situations. Learners interpret, communicate and manage information in mathematical form. The aim of this particular Unit is to develop learners’ numerical and information handling skills to solve straightforward, real-life problems involving number, money, time and measurement. As learners tackle real-life problems, they will decide what numeracy skills to use and how to...

Demonstrate the knowledge and skills you have developed across all course units.This Unit forms part of the National 4 Mathematics Course. The National 4 qualification enables learners to select and apply straightforward mathematical skills in a variety of mathematical and real-life situations. Learners interpret, communicate and manage information in mathematical form. This Unit is the Added Value Unit of the National 4 Mathematics course, and aims to enable the learner to provide evidence of added value for the National 4 Mathematics Course through successful completion of a test. The test will allow students to demonstrate the breadth of their knowledge....

In place to show you have achieved the principal aims of the HNC Accounting course.This is a mandatory Unit within the HNC/HND Accounting Group Award. For further information please visit the SQA website. Credit points and level: 1 HN credit at SCQF level 7: (8 SCQF credit points at SCQF level 7) What you will experience This unit has been designed to provide evidence that you have achieved the following principal aims of the HNC Accounting course: To prepare candidates for progression to further study in accounting or a related discipline To develop and integrate a range of contemporary vocational...

Designed to confirm your skills and knowledge when it comes to administration and IT.This is a mandatory Unit within the HNC/HND Administration and Information Technology course, but is also included within other HN Group Awards and can be taken as a stand-alone Unit. For further information on this course, please visit the SQA website. Credit points and level: 1 HN credit at SCQF level 7: (8 SCQF credit points at SCQF level 7) What you will experience This Unit is designed to integrate the apply knowledge across a range of mandatory units for the HNC Administration & Information Technology. It...

Course covers the harmful effects of alcohol use, possible health issues surrounding it’s consumption, and where to seek treatment and help.This online training course covers the harmful effects of alcohol use, possible health issues surrounding it’s consumption, and where to seek treatment and help. n 2020, alcohol-related deaths increased by 20% compared to the previous year, and was the highest annual number since records began in 2021. What you will experience Section 1: Alcohol unit strengths – Learn about the unit strengths of different alcoholic drinks. Section 2: Alcohol misuse – Identify the main reasons why people may...