SS1 Third Term Basic Electricity Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Renewable Energy Sources
Introduction to renewable energy
Discussion on solar, wind, and hydropower
Class project: researching and presenting on a specific renewable energy source
Week 2: Energy Storage Technologies
Overview of energy storage systems
Batteries and their types
Lab experiment: testing different battery technologies
Week 3: Power Distribution Systems
Understanding power distribution grids
Components of a power distribution system
Field trip: visit to a local substation or power distribution facility
Week 4: Electrical Wiring and Installation
Basics of electrical wiring
Safety measures in wiring installations
Practical session: hands-on wiring exercises
Week 5: Home Automation Systems
Introduction to home automation
Discussion on smart homes and IoT devices
Group project: designing a simple home automation system
Week 6: Industrial Electronics
Applications of electronics in industrial settings
Control systems and automation in industries
Guest lecture: industry expert sharing experiences in industrial electronics
Week 7: Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Techniques for troubleshooting electrical systems
Importance of regular maintenance
Workshop: hands-on troubleshooting exercises
Week 8: Power Electronics and Motor Drives
Overview of power electronics
Motor drive systems and their applications
Lab experiment: building a motor drive system
Week 9: Instrumentation and Measurement
Importance of instrumentation in electrical systems
Types of measuring instruments
Practical session: using measuring instruments in electrical circuits
Week 10: Communication in Electrical Systems
Basics of communication protocols in electrical systems
Networking in electrical devices
Group project: designing a communication system for connected devices
Week 11: Revision Week
Comprehensive review of third-term concepts
Mock exams and practice sessions
Peer review: students discussing challenging topics with each other
Week 12: Examination Week
Final written and practical exams for the third term
Evaluation of students’ knowledge and skills in advanced electrical concepts
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Course reflection and feedback session
Certificate distribution for completing the Basic Electricity course.
