SS2 First Term Basic Electronics Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Basic Electronics Lesson Note and Scheme of Work for SS2 First Term
Week 1: Introduction to Basic Electronics
Overview of basic electronic components
Understanding electrical symbols
Practical: Identify and use resistors and capacitors
Week 2: Current and Voltage
Explanation of current and voltage concepts
Ohm’s Law and its applications
Practical: Measure and calculate current and voltage in circuits
Week 3: Series and Parallel Circuits
Differentiate between series and parallel circuits
Analysis of voltage and current in series and parallel circuits
Practical: Construct and analyze basic series and parallel circuits
Week 4: Electronic Components: Diodes and Transistors
Introduction to diodes and transistors
Functions and applications of diodes and transistors
Practical: Demonstrate the use of diodes and transistors in circuits
Week 5: Digital Electronics: Binary System
Basics of binary numbers
Conversion between decimal and binary systems
Practical: Binary arithmetic and logic gate applications
Week 6: Logic Gates and Truth Tables
Introduction to logic gates (AND, OR, NOT)
Construction of truth tables
Practical: Implementing logic gates in circuits
Week 7: Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Understanding integrated circuits
Types and functions of common ICs
Practical: Interfacing with basic ICs
Week 8: Sensors and Actuators
Overview of sensors and actuators
Applications in electronic systems
Practical: Building simple sensor and actuator circuits
Week 9: Communication Systems
Basics of communication systems
Introduction to modulation and demodulation
Practical: Constructing simple communication circuits
Week 10: Microcontrollers and Basic Programming
Introduction to microcontrollers
Basics of programming microcontrollers
Practical: Writing and uploading simple programs
Week 11: Revision Week
Comprehensive review of topics covered
Practice quizzes and discussions
Clarification of doubts
Week 12: Examination Week
Final assessment covering all topics
Written and practical exams
Evaluation of student performance
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Recap of the term’s achievements
Distribution of report cards
Closing ceremony and dismissal
Note: This Lesson Note and Scheme of Work is a general outline and may be subject to adjustments based on the specific curriculum and syllabus of the school. Teachers are encouraged to incorporate relevant examples, illustrations, and real-life applications to enhance students’ understanding of basic electronics.
