SS2 Second Term Basic Electronics Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
SS2 Second Term Basic Electronics Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Operational Amplifiers (Op-Amps)
Introduction to operational amplifiers
Op-Amp characteristics and applications
Practical: Configuring basic Op-Amp circuits
Week 2: Analog-to-Digital Conversion
Basics of analog-to-digital conversion
ADC types and their applications
Practical: Designing and testing simple ADC circuits
Week 3: Electronic Filters
Understanding electronic filters
Types of filters (low-pass, high-pass, band-pass)
Practical: Constructing and testing electronic filters
Week 4: Oscillators and Waveforms
Introduction to oscillators
Different types of waveforms (sine, square, triangle)
Practical: Building basic oscillators and waveform generators
Week 5: Power Supply Circuits
Design and construction of power supply circuits
Voltage regulation and stability
Practical: Building a regulated power supply
Week 6: Audio Amplifiers
Basics of audio amplification
Amplifier classes and configurations
Practical: Constructing a simple audio amplifier
Week 7: Robotics and Automation
Overview of robotics and automation
Applications of electronics in robotics
Practical: Building a basic robotic system
Week 8: Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
Introduction to digital signal processing
Basics of DSP algorithms
Practical: Implementing simple DSP techniques
Week 9: Microcontroller Interfacing
Interfacing microcontrollers with external devices
Practical: Connecting sensors, displays, and actuators to a microcontroller
Week 10: Wireless Communication
Basics of wireless communication
Introduction to Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
Practical: Setting up basic wireless communication systems
Week 11: Revision Week
Review of second-term topics
Practice exams and discussions
Clarification of doubts
Week 12: Examination Week
Comprehensive assessment covering all second-term 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 advanced electronics concepts in the second term.
