Systems and control: sensor alarms
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Why this why now
Micro-controllers are a fundamental aspect of the electrical products we use every day. Pupils will create algorithms that monitor input to control output, building on programming and embedding micro-controllers into designs from the Year 4 'Simple programming and control: light display' unit. The systems and control knowledge gained from this unit will support learning within the Year 9 'Functional prototypes: wearable technology' unit.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils have initial experience of using computer control software and an interface box, a standalone box or microcontroller, such as a Micro:bit or Crumble.
- Pupils have some experience of writing and modifying a program to make a light turn on or flash on and off.
- Pupils have an understanding of the essential characteristics of a series circuit and experience of creating a battery.
Threads
Why this why now
Micro-controllers are a fundamental aspect of the electrical products we use every day. Pupils will create algorithms that monitor input to control output, building on programming and embedding micro-controllers into designs from the Year 4 'Simple programming and control: light display' unit. The systems and control knowledge gained from this unit will support learning within the Year 9 'Functional prototypes: wearable technology' unit.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils have initial experience of using computer control software and an interface box, a standalone box or microcontroller, such as a Micro:bit or Crumble.
- Pupils have some experience of writing and modifying a program to make a light turn on or flash on and off.
- Pupils have an understanding of the essential characteristics of a series circuit and experience of creating a battery.
Systems and control: sensor alarms
This unit develops pupils' programming and control knowledge, with a focus on monitoring. Debugging and troubleshooting will be introduced. Pupils will learn how to integrate a BBC Micro:bit in a product and use sensors to program a light display.
8 lessons in unit
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