Simple electrical circuits
Why this, why now
This unit covers constructing simple series electrical circuits, identifying parts like cells, wires, and switches, and recognising conductors and insulators. It also explores how circuits work with lamps and switches. The emphasis is on practical enquiries, making observations, and presenting data.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Ardaydu waa inay yaqaanaan aasaaska maadada.
- Ardaydu waa inay awoodaan inay raacaan tilmaamo fudud.
Unit 3 / 6
Simple electrical circuits
This unit covers constructing simple series electrical circuits, identifying parts like cells, wires, and switches, and recognising conductors and insulators. It also explores how circuits work with lamps and switches. The emphasis is on practical enquiries, making observations, and presenting data.
10 lessons- Components in a simple circuit
- Electrical appliances
- Building simple circuits
- Switches
- Working with electricity
- Electrical conductors and insulators
- Troubleshooting problems with circuits
- Electrical appliances of the future (non-stat Climate Change & Sustainability)
- Generating and transporting electricity (non-statutory)
- Electrical conductors: testing