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electronic engineering
Introduction
The knowledge, understanding and skills developed in Engineering will provide a basis for further study in technology. The course enables students to better understand the role and impact of technology on the world in which they live. It also provides opportunities for candidates to develop core skills (including communication, numeracy, information technology and problem solving) which are essential in everyday life and in the workplace.
The overall purpose of technological education should be to develop technological capability, that is; the understanding of appropriate concepts and processes; the ability to apply knowledge and skills by thinking and acting confidently, imaginatively, creatively and with sensitivity; the ability to evaluate technological activities, artefacts and systems critically and constructively.
Course Content
The course will be primarily concerned with the understanding of basic electronic theory and the designing and building of electronic circuits using discrete and digital components. Systems boards will be used to develop further understanding of logic Circuits.
The course will include the use of Information Technology to simulate circuits and to design and manufacture Printed Circuit Boards (PCB’s).
The students will be looking at energy sources and constructing an alternative energy source.
Assessment
The course will be assessed to ensure progression in learning is occurring.
Progression
Pupils following this course will have an understanding and may be equipped to take Technological Studies at Standard Grade and possible progression on to Higher Grade.
