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The Course
The Course
In this course students will learn basic electronic concepts and how to design and build electronic equipment by looking at all aspects of the design, build and testing processes.
Students will learn:
Electronic concepts
Electronic components and their uses
3D printing, laser cutting and other fabrication technologies
How to design, build and test simple circuits
How to modify existing equipment to suit a new role
Microcontrollers and their uses
Basic embedded programming
Solder on prototype boards and PCB’s.
Electronics is widely used in information processing, telecommunications, and signal processing systems. The design and construction of electronic circuits to solve practical problems is the basis of electronics engineering.
Why this subject?
Why this subject?
Electronic devices are a vital part of modern life and there are tremendous opportunities for people who have an understanding of how these devices work and who can design and make innovative solutions to everyday problems.
This course is for students who like to turn ideas into real, working products.
Cost/Contribution:
Cost/Contribution:
Approximately $50.00 covers the cost of the components for the take home projects during the year. Students must supply their own stationery items and batteries.
Resources:
Resources:
Below is a list of resources you are expected to use in this class:
Batteries: Own 9V and/or AA batteries or other depending on your project
Headphones: At every class so you can watch the required videos for the tasks
Working files: Any files you are working on must be available in class at all times
E-Portfolio: Any format (Could be a notebook) but you need to keep a record of your learning including tips techniques you used in the process of developing your electronic systems
Schoology: All course information and tasks will be distributed through Schoology and the Digital Technologies Website
Tools: Although we supply some tools it may be better to have your set
Multimeter: Multimeters are provided but you are encouraged to buy your own especially if electronics is your "thing"
Components: Standard ones are provided but if you want to do something different you may need to buy your own
Classroom Expectations
Classroom Expectations
THE TEACHER
The role of the teacher in the classroom is to:
Help you with technical skills and resources
Help you find alternative sources of information or experts
Help you apply the design process to your projects
Introduce new ideas and generally help you stay excited about your projects
Assess your project work against the curriculum
It is not the teacher's job to tell you exactly what to do or tell you the answer ->
The teacher is there to guide you to develop your own skills and understanding of electronics.
THE STUDENT
The role of the student in the classroom is to:
Learn new technical skills and developing existing skills.
Find ways to help each other learn and work with each other. This phase is important to help you with project work.
The projects are important to the success of this course.
You will be given projects to further your understanding of electronics.
It can be hard to maintain enthusiasm for project work. We will need to find ways to stay positive and constantly moving forwards.
You have knowledge and skills that we don’t. You will be the experts in some areas and our job will be to listen and help you move forward.
You are expected to do preparation, reflections and any work you weren't able to complete in class for homework.
You are expected to do preparation, reflections and any work you weren't able to complete in class for homework.
Course Outline
Course Outline
Topics to cover:
Basics concepts
What is electricity? (More will be done in science)
What are Voltage, Current and Resistance? - https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/voltage-current-resistance-and-ohms-law
Ohm’s Law - Short Circuits Vol 2 pg 35
Components and symbols
General - Batteries, switches, buzzers, lamp, motors
Resistors - Short Circuit Vol 1 pg 62, Short Circuits Vol 2 pg 25
Capacitors - Short Circuit Vol 1 pg 63
Passive vs Active components
Transistors and diodes (Also LEDs)
Measuring equipment
Multimeters
What it is?
How to use it?
Short Circuits Vol 2 pg 20
Basic Circuit diagrams
What is a closed/ open circuit?
Using simulation program showing basic circuit with wire, switch, lamp and battery
Conductors and non-conductors
Parallel and series R and C circuits
Using symbols to create a diagram
Activities from Short Circuits Vol 1 - Projects 1-4, , 11
Advanced circuit diagrams
How do transistors work?
Activities from Short Circuits Vol 1 - Projects 12, ,5, 6, 7a- 10
1-transistor Amplifier - 17
Soldering
How to solder - Short Circuits Vol 2 pg 27
Practising solder using old resistors
Building up circuits using copper tape on card board
Circuits? 3 levels and students choose
Vero board
Projects
Doorbell
Audio Amplifier
Safety Box with Arduino
Provide students with options to create different software functionality with standard hardware
Students complete this as a project explain the circuit design and how they build it
Document all reflections, information, images and videos for marking
Complete end-of-unit-test
Indicators of Progression
Indicators of Progression
Students can:
Name various components and explain basic functions
Build up basic electronics circuits and explain the behaviour of the electronic system
Discuss the operational function of electronic components in a practical context.
Use datasheets or calculations to assist in choosing appropriate passive component types and values
Construct and test reliable functional systems using copper tape or Vero board
Construct a microcontroller kitset and program this for basic functionality
Use Google Docs to record progress, general reflections and project documents
Technological Practice
Technological Practice
Students will:
Planning for practice
Undertake basic planning to ensure resources, knowledge and skills available to enable successful development of an electronic circuit
Outcome development and evaluation
Recognise the importance of testing tools in developing and debugging circuits
Technological knowledge
Technological knowledge
Students will:
Technological modelling
Understand how computer simulations and prototyping can be used to justify future designs
Technological Systems
Identify various components and their functions
Use basic electronics components to create functional circuits
Understand how basic electronic systems transform inputs to outputs
Nature of technology
Nature of technology
Students will:
Characteristics of technology
Understand the role of electronics in society
Characteristics of technological outcomes
Understand how the electronic circuits created may be used in various contexts and that the functional and physical properties are fit for purpose
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