Circuits in Tinkercad
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can combine input, process and output components to create functioning circuits.
Key learning points
- The context is wearable technology - to keeps pupils safe when travelling to and from school in the dark.
- Electronic systems have input, process and output components.
- Tinkercad circuits can be used to design and simulate electronic circuits.
Keywords
Context - the situation within which something exists or happens
Systems - a set of related parts or components used to create an outcome
CAD - Computer Aided Design
Simulation - imitate a product or process to test it
Common misconception
Designing with electonics must always involve physical components and circuits.
Designing with electronics can use physical components, schematics and CAD to test and iterate ideas.
Teacher tip
When using Tinkercad, create a Class list and share the "Classcode" with your students. In Tinkercad it is good practice for pupils to rename a file before they begin.
Equipment
Student access to Tinkercad.com.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does CAD stand for?
Q2.What is a context?
Q3.What is the unit of measurement for batteries and cells used as the electromotive force in circuits?
Q4.Match the concept to the description
the flow of electrons
the opposition to the flow of current
Q5.Name this component?
Q6.Put the systems approach to design in the correct order.
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is the function of this component?
Q2.What happens when you click this icon in Tinkercad, when designing a circuit?
Q3.Match the systems stage with the description.
are used to send a signal, such as switches and sensors.
take a signal and change it.
respond to a signal through light, sound or movement.
Q4.If a component allows current to flow in one direction only it is described as ...
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