This course requires 2 options.
Level 2 Electronics
Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms S. Napier.
This course is for those students who want to build on their interest and knowledge gained from the Science course in the 1SCI or 1SCO. It focuses on
• Components, how to identify, test, and assemble.
• Making several types of circuit boards and learn to solder.
• Calculate and make predictions on how circuits work.
• Using a programmable chip like Picaxe and Arduino to design circuits.
• Completing an open-ended project.
It is a hands-on course which allows for plenty of practical work.
Students will complete 4 Unit standards with an optional 5th standard to gain the New Zealand certificate in electronics technology.
This course provides a foundation for further study at tertiary level in fields such as computer science, electronics and engineering, and for students who are interested in the electrical trades.
Pathway
Assessment Information
This course is assessed using Unit Standards.Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
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NZQA Info
Demonstrate introductory knowledge of circuit concepts and measurements for electronics
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Demonstrate knowledge of basic electronic components
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Demonstrate knowledge of basic electronic systems
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Construct a simple printed circuit
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Construct a simple electronic product from a supplied circuit schematic