Sample Schemes of Work and Lesson Plans

Engineering OCR Level 2 Principal Learning in Engineering H810 Unit F552: Construct electronic and electrical systems

This Support Material booklet is designed to accompany the OCR Diploma in Engineering specification for teaching from September 2008.

Contents 2 Sample Scheme of Work: OCR Level 2 Principal Learning in Engineering H810 Unit F552: Construct electronic and electrical systems 3 Sample Lesson Plan: OCR Level 2 Principal Learning in Engineering H810 Unit F552: Construct electronic and electrical systems 9

2 of 10 Engineering Diploma Sample Diploma Scheme of Work OCR LEVEL 2 PRINCIPAL LEARNING IN ENGINEERING H810 UNIT F552: CONSTRUCT ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SUGGESTED TEACHING 30 GLH TOPIC CONSTRUCT ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TIME SUGGESTED TEACHING AND TOPIC OUTLINE SUGGESTED RESOURCES POINTS TO NOTE HOMEWORK ACTIVITIES Unit Overview: This unit is internally sat and externally assessed in a unique form of “technology challenge” activity the context for the assessment of this unit is a six-hour (three two-hour sessions) ‘technology challenge’ this form of assessment has been adopted as it assesses a Learner’s ability to apply knowledge, make on the spot decisions and test the outcome against a challenging brief the timed and scripted activity is designed to take place within a workshop.

The unit provides learners with the opportunity to learn about the basic principles and techniques used in the construction of electronic and electrical systems this is a practical-based unit which complements the unit on engineering design (Unit F549 Level 2) and allows learners to develop further understanding of the importance of applied mathematical skills in engineering.

Learners will use their knowledge of electrical/electronic components to develop a prototype system in order to solve the selected design problem learners will present the evidence within a ‘workbook’, using a range of techniques including text, digital photography, screen dumps, freehand sketches and cad drawing.

There are many opportunities for learners to demonstrate and develop their PLT’s capabilities.

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Engineering Diploma 3 of 10 Sample Diploma Scheme of Work OCR LEVEL 2 PRINCIPAL LEARNING IN ENGINEERING H810 UNIT F552: CONSTRUCT ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SUGGESTED TEACHING 30 GLH TOPIC CONSTRUCT ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TIME SUGGESTED TEACHING AND TOPIC OUTLINE SUGGESTED RESOURCES POINTS TO NOTE HOMEWORK ACTIVITIES Learners will be able to: Inductive teaching lesson  printed set of names for components tools  put class mixed ability/gender groups of 2 or  set of resources (see lesson plan for F544 and equipment 3 for details of how to prepare for this) times  printed set of pictures of tools and  deliver with pace – keep to deadlines Describe and apply basic number of groups at workstation components  do not be afraid to split up “friendship electronic and  learners categorise list of tools, components  printed worksheet for results groups” electrical principles (Eng) and equipment  learners to identify categories and put with pictures (Introduction to electronics  class discuss findings and correct where workshop tools and necessary components)  write up findings on chart 1 hour  possible PLT’s activity Identify and be able to select  learners given set of simulation circuit  computer workstation per Learner  stick to one software package suitable exercises  chosen software:  some learners will be more skilled at methods of circuit construction  demonstrate a circuit simulation exercise –  crocodile clips, PCB design and make, fluid manipulating software packages – use these Learners to copy actions sim, circuit wizard, live wire, control studio to support learners with difficulties

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4 of 10 Engineering Diploma Sample Diploma Scheme of Work OCR LEVEL 2 PRINCIPAL LEARNING IN ENGINEERING H810 UNIT F552: CONSTRUCT ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SUGGESTED TEACHING 30 GLH TOPIC CONSTRUCT ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TIME SUGGESTED TEACHING AND TOPIC OUTLINE SUGGESTED RESOURCES POINTS TO NOTE HOMEWORK ACTIVITIES (Circuit design software )  learners work through circuit simulation  ensure learners produce working solution exercises – these should cover all areas of before moving on 3 hours the specification content  all circuits to be printed off and glued into workbook Describe, apply and justify the  role play activity simulating both generic and  set of scripts enabling each group to act out  put learners into groups of 2 or 3 mixed need for safe area specific safety issues a safety scenario ability gender groups working practices  each group to act out a given safety  worksheet with brief description of scenario  select groups carefully to ensure a strong scenario and space for comments personality in each  other groups note issues raised  A3 sheet with pre-populated border, title,  a pre-population safety poster blank will (Safety in the Electronics  class discussion of findings after all diagrams, pictures etc allow for a meaningful outcome able to be Workshop) scenarios played out displayed 1 hours  each group/Learner to produce a safety poster - could be homework exercise  Possible PLTs activity

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Engineering Diploma 5 of 10 Sample Diploma Scheme of Work OCR LEVEL 2 PRINCIPAL LEARNING IN ENGINEERING H810 UNIT F552: CONSTRUCT ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SUGGESTED TEACHING 30 GLH TOPIC CONSTRUCT ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TIME SUGGESTED TEACHING AND TOPIC OUTLINE SUGGESTED RESOURCES POINTS TO NOTE HOMEWORK ACTIVITIES Identify and describe the  demonstrate to the class using a modelling  electronics workstation per Learner  use circuits developed in circuit design properties of a protyping technique how to construct one of  at least 3 modelling/prototype systems software lesson the circuits developed in circuit design range of electronic and available  presenters need to ensure learners are software lesson competent in at least two electrical (ie breadboard, vera board, strip board,  learners to copy actions protoboard, hard wiring etc) modelling/prototyping systems components  learners to construct a circuit they  digital camera developed in software design lesson  demonstrate two other Use calculations to select modelling/prototyping methods component values

Correctly select components  learners to construct 3 or 4 other circuits to ensure the they developed operation of a circuit  once completed learners to photograph outcomes and glue into workbooks

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6 of 10 Engineering Diploma Sample Diploma Scheme of Work OCR LEVEL 2 PRINCIPAL LEARNING IN ENGINEERING H810 UNIT F552: CONSTRUCT ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

Circuit Design  demonstration on how to produce a PCB  electronics workstation per pupil  develop design briefs that evolve in complexity and overlap syllabus Practice Design Briefs  use sample lesson plan on water trough  develop a set of 5 mini design briefs that overflow device as a template for all mini cover all areas of specification content content 10 hours design briefs  mini “design challenge” style workbook for  keep class on target of 2 hours per mini  introduce the class to the various test presentation of results design brief equipment available and demonstrate how  digital camera  use homework/study time to keep Learners to use them and interpret results on target  digital printing facilities  get the learners to test their completed  It is essential learners are encouraged to circuits and write up results  method of informing Learners of the time keep strictly to targets in preparation for their (clock in full view or PowerPoint countdown “design challenge” software)

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Engineering Diploma 7 of 10 Sample Diploma Scheme of Work OCR LEVEL 2 PRINCIPAL LEARNING IN ENGINEERING H810 UNIT F552: CONSTRUCT ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SUGGESTED TEACHING 30 GLH TOPIC CONSTRUCT ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TIME SUGGESTED TEACHING AND TOPIC OUTLINE SUGGESTED RESOURCES POINTS TO NOTE HOMEWORK ACTIVITIES  learners to modify their circuits where  use timing suggestions on sample lesson appropriate photograph outcome and glue plan as a template for this into workbook  ensure learners are able to make simple  Possible PLT,s activity calculations to justify component choice and verify results Design Challenge Practice  learners to undertake a full “design  design challenge workbook  follow “design challenge” format as close as challenge” based on a model assignment is practical 6 hours  model assignment “Challenge” (not to be used for final assessment)  mark and feedback results to learners with appropriate remedial actions

 undertake “design challenge” as per  see examination instructions  this is controlled assessment regulations

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8 of 10 Engineering Diploma Sample Diploma Lesson Plan OCR Level 2 Principal Learning in Engineering H810 Unit F552: Construct electronic and electrical systems

Introduction to Reed and Tilt Switches and their use in simple circuits OCR recognises that the teaching of this qualification above will vary greatly from school to school and from teacher to teacher. With that in mind this lesson plan is offered, as a possible approach but will be subject to modifications by the individual teacher.

Lesson length is assumed to be one hour.

Learning Objectives for the Lesson

Objective 1 Learners are to become familiar with the various types of reed and tilt switches available. Objective 2 Learners are able to model a simple circuit that will detect when a window is opened. Objective 3 Learners are able to suggest a range of applications for these types of switches and suggest their possible use in other systems.

Recap of Previous Experience and Prior Knowledge

 Brief reminder of chosen circuit design software and how it functions. Refer back to work undertaken in Unit 3 F550.

Content

Time Content 2 minutes Put the class into mixed ability/gender pairs and allocate to a pre-prepared work station: NB This could be an individual Learner activity. 3 minutes Introduce the Learners to the reed and tilt switch explaining their function and operating principles – demonstrate them in action. 15 minutes Group/Individual Activity: using suitable circuit design software design a simple circuit that will detect and alert a parent when a child’s window and/or bedroom door has been opened. 15 minutes Group/Individual Activity: using prototype boards and components provided Learners are to model the circuit they have designed. 15 minutes Class Activity: each group/Learner is to explain and demonstrate their circuit to the class – class to suggest possible improvements to the circuit.

Engineering Diploma 9 of 10 Sample Diploma Lesson Plan

5 minutes Group/Individual Activity: using the advice given Learners are to modify their CAD circuit design and prototype circuit. Consolidation

Time Content 5 minutes Individual Activity: print off revised circuit design and photograph prototype circuit and glue into work book. Homework Produce a PCB layout of final circuit using circuit design software.

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