Course Outline - Electronics 8

Explore the basic concepts of applied skills through hands-on practice and project construction. Self-paced learning is supported by on-line tutorials (www.swcelectronics.com). This class is an excellent preparation for further courses in electronics, technical studies, and the career preparation program in electronics. Grade nine students can enroll in Electronics 10.

Objectives

You will:

Work safely
Learn how to operate a fire extinguisher
Memorize the International Phonetic Alphabet for emergency use
Develop a technical vocabulary
Identify hand tools and power tools by name (skill builder online at our website)
Construct your own nine-volt electronic project, the winker-blinker
Build your own woodwork project, pine plaque mounted on a base
Prepare the wood by sanding with 80, 120 and 220 grit sandpaper
Chamfer and raise the grain
Measure and accurately lay out
Drill and countersink the pine base and the LED mounting holes
Secure the base to the panel with woodscrews
Select or create a design for the plaque
Paint the design on a pine panel
Solder electronic components: light emitting diodes, capacitors, resistors, and transistors
Use a digital multimeter to read voltage and test for continuity
Troubleshoot the electronic project to make it work properly

Requirements

Each student brings these items to every clas:.

Three-ring binder containing notes and information sheets
Pencil, eraser and pen

Three-month class

AThis three-month class is an excellent preparation for further courses in electronics, technical studies, and the career preparation program in electronics. Grade nine students can enroll in Electronics 10.

Evaluation

Your attendance, courtesy, and effort will be considered during evaluation. Cooperate closely with other members of the class. Help them when you can. However, avoid providing too much help. We learn best when we are challenged. You are responsible for identifying which class work you have missed. Any missed work must be made up.