Description
There’s a bright spark in us all. Master the clever systems and circuits to support modern life.
How to earn your badge:
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Identify a number of common electronic components that are shown to you.
Explain, in simple terms, the functions they perform in electronic circuits.
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Describe the systems used for marking components with their values.
Demonstrate by identifying the values of resistors and capacitors by their markings. Explain the importance of the rating of a component.
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Show that you know the symbols used to represent common components in circuit diagrams.
Show how to identify the polarity of a diode and a specific pin number on an integrated circuit.
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Show that you’re aware of the safe working practices to be followed when handling electronic components, circuit boards and when soldering.
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Use a multimeter to measure voltage, current and resistance in a simple circuit.
Explain the relationship between these values.
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Talk about the main differences in the operation of digital and analogue circuits.
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Construct three simple circuits.
One of these should be based mainly on digital electronics. They can be from a book or magazine, or you can design the circuits yourself. If possible, at least one of the circuits should be soldered using either stripboard or a custom-made printed circuit board.
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Explain the principles behind the operation of each circuit and the typical values of voltage and current found in each.
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Explain the possible uses of the three circuits you built.
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Talk about the uses and benefits of electronics in everyday life.
Explain how electronics can be used to improve lives.
