Level 2 Electronics
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr F. Versteegen.
This course combines hands-on work and theory.
Students will learn how the basic electronic components work and what they do in a circuit; They use a multi-meter; They understand markings and ratings of components;
They draw component layout diagrams; They etch PCBs and solder the components on.
This knowledge is used to design electronic circuits and build them into finished products.
Recommended Prior Learning
Reasonable success in Level 1 Science and Maths, or at the discretion of the HOD/ TIC.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Approximately $50.00. We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs.
Pathway
This course could lead to a career as an electrician, or electronics engineer, either as a Trade, or at Uni.
Assessment Information
The assessments for this course will be Unit Standards, which will be chopped up in smaller Outcomes. These will be assessed once the student is ready for it.Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
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NZQA Info
Demonstrate introductory knowledge of circuit concepts and measurements for electronics
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Demonstrate knowledge of basic electronic components
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Demonstrate knowledge of basic electronic systems
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Construct a simple printed circuit
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Construct a simple electronic product from a supplied circuit schematic