Study Guides

Unit Summary

This unit develops pupils' programming and control knowledge, with a focus on monitoring. Debugging and troubleshooting will be introduced. Pupils will learn how to integrate a BBC Micro:bit in a product and use sensors to program a light display.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to safely secure electrical components into designs.

Key Notes

• When we use electrical components, we need to follow rules to stay safe.
• Wire strippers can create wires that can be hidden within designs, instead of using crocodile clips.
• Alarm inputs, such as a push-to-make switch, need to be placed near the artefact they are protecting.
• Electrical components can be secured using electrical tape.

Vocabulary To Learn

• push-to-make switch: controls a circuit by pushing the connection together
• micro:bit pins: connections on the edge of the board used to add offboard components
• electrical wire: usually made from copper and covered with insulation to prevent electrical shock
• safety measures: actions taken to prevent accidents when working with electricity

Common Mistakes To Avoid

• Crocodile clips have to be used to connect the components together.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

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