Electricity and Electronics · JHS1 Science

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B7.4.2.2.1 - Demonstrate how to assemble basic electronic components in an electronic circuit.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least four basic electronic components (LED, diode, resistor, capacitor) from their physical appearance and markings.
Read the colour code on a resistor to determine its resistance value.
Assemble a simple electronic circuit on a breadboard with an LED, resistor, and battery following a circuit diagram.
Demonstrate the correct polarity orientation of an LED and a diode in a circuit.
Observe and describe what happens when components are connected correctly versus incorrectly in a circuit.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Forces and Energy (Strand 4)
Sub-strand: Electricity and Electronics (4.2)
Content standard: B7.4.2.2 - Demonstrate knowledge of how to assemble and explain the functions of basic electronic components and their interdependence in an electronic circuit
Indicator: B7.4.2.2.1 - Demonstrate how to assemble basic electronic components in an electronic circuit.
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 10 (Week 22 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Science, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 31
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Examine electronic components such as types of LEDs, P-N Junction diodes, colour code resistors and capacitors, and arrange them in an electronic circuit.