Age Group: 16–17 years
Type: Scientific Field Investigation (Coursework and Research Skill Development Aligned)
Duration: Full Academic Day
Venue: ChukkiMane Eco-Campus
Learning Approach: Scientific Observation • Systems Modelling • Variable Identification • Evidence-Based Ecological Evaluation
Scientific Interpretation:
How ecological systems can be analysed through measurable biological, chemical and energy processes
Research Skill Development:
Research question formulation • Independent and dependent variable identification • Field-based data recording • Scientific evaluation of reliability and validity
Agro-Ecosystems & Sustainable Biological Systems is an AS Level scientific field investigation examining how food forests operate as integrated biological and chemical systems.
Students analyse nutrient cycles, soil composition, biodiversity indicators, pollination networks, energy transfer and sustainable agricultural practices. Emphasis is placed on measurable variables, structured data collection and hypothesis-driven reasoning.
The programme strengthens experimental thinking, ecological modelling and structured scientific writing aligned with advanced coursework expectations.
Energy Transfer • Nutrient Cycling • Biodiversity • Interdependence • Ecological Equilibrium • Sustainability
Students strengthen:
• Hypothesis formulation and variable identification
• Systems mapping of ecological processes
• Field observation using measurable indicators
• Evaluation of ecological stability and sustainability
• Scientific writing using structured explanation
Students will:
• Analyse food forests as dynamic ecological systems
• Evaluate composting as a biochemical decomposition process
• Investigate pollination networks and species interaction
• Compare biological and mechanical energy systems
• Apply structured scientific research design thinking
Students will:
• Identify producers, consumers and decomposers in situ
• Construct one agro-ecosystem systems diagram
• Explain nutrient cycles using field observations
• Evaluate biodiversity indicators using measurable criteria
• Formulate one Biology or Environmental Management research question
Knowledge and Understanding:
Application of biological, chemical and environmental concepts to field contexts.
Analysis:
Interpretation of ecological processes using structured systems modelling.
Evaluation:
Judgement of sustainability and ecological equilibrium using observed variables.
Scientific Communication:
Clear, structured explanation using appropriate scientific terminology.
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