BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in
Applied Science (Applied Biology)
Unit 12: Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproduction
The Role of The Human reproductive system
12.5 Assignment Front Sheet
Learner name
Target
Assessor name
Ms Fensome
Date issued
Completion date
12/10/2015
13/11/2015
Submitted on
Unit number and title
Unit 12: Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproduction
Assignment title
The role of the reproductive system
In this assessment you will have opportunities to provide evidence against the following criteria.
Criteria
reference
P7
To achieve the criteria the evidence must show that the
learner is able to:
Explain how the structure of the reproductive system
relates to their functions.
Table on Sex Hormone
Leaflets on pregnancy, birth and menstrual cycle
M5
D4
Task
No.
Evidence
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2
Report on the common tests performed to measure
fertility.
Worksheet on the ovary
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Report on the causes of infertility
4
Evaluate data concerning the levels of sex hormones at
different times in the menstrual cycle in relation to fertility.
Interpretation of data on hormone levels
5
Learner declaration
I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own and research sources are fully acknowledged.
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Date:
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BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in
Applied Science (Applied Biology)
Unit 12: Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproduction
The Role of The Human reproductive system
Assignment 12.5Brief
Qualification
BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Applied Science (Applied Biology)
Unit number and title
Unit 12: Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproduction
Start date
12/10/2015
Deadline
13/11/2015
Assessor name
Ms Fensome
Assignment title
The Role of the reproductive system
The purpose of this assignment is to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how the structure of the
human reproductive system relates to the functions
Scenario:
You work in a fertility clinic and as part of staff development you have been asked to put
together a presentation and resources to show to other members of staff.
Task 1
P7: Explain how the structure of the reproductive system relates to their functions.
Research the main sex hormones that are found in males and females and design a table
showing the function of each sex hormone, where it is produced, the target organ for the
hormone and the normal levels that are found in the body
Due date:
Task 2
This provides evidence for P7
P7: Explain how the structure of the reproductive system relates to their functions.
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BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in
Applied Science (Applied Biology)
Unit 12: Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproduction
The Role of The Human reproductive system
You are going to prepare information sheets to be put into a pack to distribute to expectant mothers.
Sheet 1: The menstrual cycle
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The two pituitary hormones (FSH & LH) What they control
The two ovarian hormones (progesterone & Oestrogen) What they control
A diagram showing the hormonal control of the menstrual cycle with a clear written explanation of what
is happening.
What fertilisation is
When the optimum time for fertilisation is
Signs of pregnancy
How a pregnancy test works
Sheet 2: Pregnancy
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How long a pregnancy lasts
The three trimesters of pregnancy
How the female hormomes hCG, progesterone, oestrogen, oxytocin, endorphins and relaxin affect the
body during pregnancy
What is happening to the female body during the three trimesters
How the fetus is developing during the three trimesters
Environmental influences on embryonic development such as eating the wrong foods (raw eggs etc),
smoking, drinking alcohol, drug taking, pain medication (ibuprofen) caffeine
Sheet 3: Birth and lactation
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What triggers labour to start
What happens at each of the three stages of labour
Possible pain relief during labour
Why it is best to breastfeed
Which hormones control lactation
Due date:
Task 3
This provides evidence for P7
M5: Report on the common tests performed to measure fertility.
The worksheet that you have been given shows a section through a human ovary and shows the stages of
development of a Graafian follicle, ovulation and the formation and regression of the corpus luteum. Annotate
the different stages to show what is happening and discuss any hormones that are involved.
Due date:
Task 4
This provides evidence for M5
M5: Report on the common tests performed to measure fertility.
You are going to prepare a written report on the causes and treatments of infertility. Your report must include the
following:
a. Causes of infertility in males
b. Causes of infertility in females
c. Testing in males and females, including sperm testing, blood testing, Chlamydia testing, transvaginal
ultrasound scan and x-rays of the fallopian tubes.
d. Hormonal treatments to improve fertility in females
e. Possible ways of increasing the chances of parenthood
Due date:
This provides evidence for M5
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BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in
Applied Science (Applied Biology)
Unit 12: Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproduction
The Role of The Human reproductive system
D4: Evaluate data concerning the levels of sex hormones at different times in the menstrual
cycle in relation to fertility.
Your task is to interpret data on hormone levels. You will be given four different patient scenarios, their
symptoms and results from their blood tests. For each of the patients you need to explain what their problem is
and relate this to a normal functioning body. You need to explain their blood results carefully and explain the
effect that their levels are having on their body function
Task 5
Due date:
This provides evidence for D4
Evidence checklist
[Summarise evidence required, e.g. ‘leaflet’, ‘presentation notes’ etc.]
[tick boxes]
Table on Sex Hormone
Leaflets on pregnancy, birth and menstrual cycle
Worksheet on the ovary
Report on the causes of infertility
Interpretation of data on hormone levels
Sources of information
Textbooks
Adds J et al – Respiration and Coordination (Nelson Advanced Science: Biology Series) (Nelson
Thornes, 2005) ISBN 9780748774890
Boyle M et al – Human Biology (Collins Advanced Science Series) (Collins Educational, 2002)
ISBN 9780007135998
Johnson M D – Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues, 3rd Edition (Benjamin Cummings,
2005) ISBN 9780805372014
Pickering W R – A-level Advanced Human Biology Through Diagrams (Oxford University Press,
2001) ISBN 9780199141968
Tortora G J – Principles of Anatomy and Physiology (John Wiley & Sons, 2005) ISBN
9780471718710
Journals
The Journal of Physiological Sciences
The Journal of Physiology – Published on behalf of the Physiological Society
Websites
www.cellsalive.co.uk
Biology site
www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/indg342.pdf
Health and safety guidance on blood borne viruses
www.innerbody.com/htm/body.html
Human anatomy online
www.kidney.niddk.nih.gov/Kudiseases/pubs/yourkidneys
The kidneys and how they work
www.merck.com/mmhe/sec12/ch159/ch159a.html
Disorders of nutrition and metabolism
www.merck.com/mmhe/sec22/ch241/ch241e.html
Menstrual cycle
www.s-cool.co.uk/alevel/biology.html
Social biology revision
www.womens-health.health-cares.net/female-fertility-tests.php
Fertility tests
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Date
06/07/2015
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06/07/2015
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Applied Science (Applied Biology)
Unit 12: Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproduction
The Role of The Human reproductive system
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Qualification
Unit number and title
Criteria
reference
P7
M5
D4
BTEC Level 3
Subsidiary Diploma in
Applied Science
Unit 12 Physiology of
human regulation and
reproduction
Assessor name
Ms Fensome
Learner name
To achieve the criteria the evidence must show that the learner is
able to:
Achieved?
Explain how the structure of the reproductive system relates to their
functions.
Report on the common tests performed to measure fertility.
Evaluate data concerning the levels of sex hormones at different times
in the menstrual cycle in relation to fertility.
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Applied Science (Applied Biology)
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The Role of The Human reproductive system
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