Year 4 - Design and technology
Connecting components safely
Simple programming and control: data loggers
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Unit Summary
This unit develops pupils' knowledge of simple circuits, programming and control. Fault finding of circuits will be introduced. Pupils will learn how to integrate a BBC Micro:bit in a simple circuit and use sensors to program a light display.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to identify safety measures in electrical circuits and install components safely.
Key Notes
- An electrical insulator stops electricity passing through it.
- An electrical conductor allows electricity to pass through it.
- Safety measures are essential when working with electricity.
- All electrical components need to be placed into the data logger case safely and securely.
Vocabulary To Learn
- safety measures: actions taken to prevent accidents when working with electricity
- electrical insulator: something that stops electricity passing through it
- electrical conductor: something that allows electricity to pass through it
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Circuits in the classroom are always safe to use.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
An electrical insulator stops electricity passing through it. An electrical conductor allows electricity to pass through it.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'safety measures'
actions taken to prevent accidents when working with electricity.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: Circuits in the classroom are always safe to use. Correction: Electricity is dangerous and needs to be carefully worked with. It can't always be seen and hazards need to be identified.
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