This project is designed to cover key topics in electronics-based exam courses at GCSE level.
Each unit of work will offer students an opportunity to build a fundamental circuit and incorporate this with their own design
The student notes are also supported with a set of teaching notes outlining the areas of the syllabus covered, suggested lesson plans and mapping to the National Curriculum
Care has been taken to ensure that this project provides schools with a cost-effective, flexible method of offering a practical class based assignment
The Logic Alarm project is an ideal way to introduce students to logic circuit theory and design
The notes guide students through the fundamentals of logic, the use of truth tables, common logic gates and the design of combination circuits
The notes also look at the difference between TTL and CMOS based ICs and their use in project work
Detailed worksheets can be used in conjunction with Crocodile Clips and PCB Wizard software with a range of homework based assignments
All circuit design is developed from a systems approach
The notes contain exercises that cover, in detail, core elements found in examination syllabuses
The component kits are supplied in multiples of five and include:
ICs and switches
Resistors and capacitors
Piezo sounders and battery clips
Suitable for Key Stages 3 & 4 (ages 11 to 16)
Pre-drilled PCBs are available separately in packs of 5, order code 70-0085
Aimed at Key Stage 3, the Rapid Audio Amplifier Project Kit provides teachers and students with a stimulating and inexpensive project through which to study the subject of amplification. The kits contain a comprehensive selection of components for schools working on audio related projects linked to the National Curriculum.
Students have the opportunity to build a small amplifier, which can be incorporated into a variety of product designs, e.g., as an amplifier for a personal CD / MP3 player so that they can share their music with their friends
The students have a number of design situations to select a starting point from, and they are provided with research topics and background material to help build understanding for their chosen design brief
The student notes provide material for students to explore how a range of simple amplifier circuits work
They also include guidance on the design and construction of speakers
To support students during the construction of the circuit, detailed instructions have been included on how to assemble the amplifier, and how to integrate the circuit into student designs
In addition, care has been taken, through extensive evaluation of the teaching material and PCB designs in schools, to ensure that the circuits are easy and robust enough for student manufacture
A detailed set of teacher notes is available which includes suggested lesson plans and mapping to the National Curriculum
The project notes have been designed for photocopying for class use Each kit contains the following:
TBA820M audio amplifier and IC socket
Resistors, capacitors, and LED
Switch and connecting jack socket
Connecting cable
Speaker and speaker cable
Battery clip
Printed circuit board
Each kit requires 1x PP3 battery (not included)
Supplied in a classpack of 20 kits (includes PCBs), in a 43 x 31 x 7cm Gratnells Tray with lid*
Aimed at Key Stage 3, the Rapid Audio Amplifier Project Kit provides teachers and students with a stimulating and inexpensive project through which to study the subject of amplification. The kits contain a comprehensive selection of components for schools working on audio related projects linked to the National Curriculum.
Students have the opportunity to build a small amplifier, which can be incorporated into a variety of product designs, e.g., as an amplifier for a personal CD / MP3 player so that they can share their music with their friends
The students have a number of design situations to select a starting point from, and they are provided with research topics and background material to help build understanding for their chosen design brief
The student notes provide material for students to explore how a range of simple amplifier circuits work
They also include guidance on the design and construction of speakers
To support students during the construction of the circuit, detailed instructions have been included on how to assemble the amplifier, and how to integrate the circuit into student designs
In addition, care has been taken, through extensive evaluation of the teaching material and PCB designs in schools, to ensure that the circuits are easy and robust enough for student manufacture
A detailed set of teacher notes is available which includes suggested lesson plans and mapping to the National Curriculum
The project notes have been designed for photocopying for class use
Each kit contains the following:
TBA820M audio amplifier and IC socket
Resistors, capacitors, and LED
Switch and connecting jack socket
Connecting cable
Speaker and speaker cable
PP3 battery enclosure
Printed circuit board
Each kit requires 1x PP3 battery (not included)
Supplied as a classpack of 20 kits (including PCBs)
Aimed at Key Stage 3, the Rapid Audio Amplifier Project Kit provides teachers and students with a stimulating and inexpensive project through which to study the subject of amplification. The kits contain a comprehensive selection of components for schools working on audio related projects linked to the National Curriculum.
Students have the opportunity to build a small amplifier, which can be incorporated into a variety of product designs, e.g., as an amplifier for a personal CD / MP3 player so that they can share their music with their friends
The students have a number of design situations to select a starting point from, and they are provided with research topics and background material to help build understanding for their chosen design brief
The student notes provide material for students to explore how a range of simple amplifier circuits work
They also include guidance on the design and construction of speakers
To support students during the construction of the circuit, detailed instructions have been included on how to assemble the amplifier, and how to integrate the circuit into student designs
In addition, care has been taken, through extensive evaluation of the teaching material and PCB designs in schools, to ensure that the circuits are easy and robust enough for student manufacture
A detailed set of teacher notes is available which includes suggested lesson plans and mapping to the National Curriculum
The project notes have been designed for photocopying for class use
Teaching material is available for free downloadEach kit contains the following:
TBA820M audio amplifier and IC socket
Resistors, capacitors, and LED
Switch and connecting jack socket
Connecting cable
Speaker and speaker cable
Battery clip
Each kit requires 1x PP3 battery (not included)
PCBs are available separately (not included), order code 70-0190
This unit demonstrates a range of different energy transfers; for example, how energy is transferred electrically from a hand-turned dynamo to a motor. The unit is supplied complete with a booklet that discusses some of the key teaching and learning issues that surround the energy concept, and provides a series of activities that illustrate how the unit can be used to develop simple and coherent ways of talking about energy.
Demonstrates a range of different energy transfers
Unit houses a dynamo, electric fan, solar cell, capacitor and buzzer
Supplied with booklet containing key teaching and learning topics
This simple but interesting project has been designed by Rapid's technical team for Key Stages 1, 2 & 3 students. It will help them to make a fully working LED mini-light from the parts supplied in this great kit. The classpack is supplied in a handy storage tray with lid, containing sufficient components for 20 mini-lights.
Batteries and LEDs
Plastazote foam core
High impact polystyrene outer layers
Assorted classpack of 20, contains 5 of each type
Standard Mini-light is a keyring torch kit using a red LED
Super-bright Mini-light is an updated version using a modern white LED
Rainbow Mini-light has a random colour-changing LED
Ultraviolet Mini-light has a UV LED and can be used for revealing security coding on banknotes, etc.
This simple but interesting project has been designed by Rapid's technical team for Key Stages 1, 2 & 3 students. It will help them to make a fully working Rainbow LED mini-light from the parts supplied in this great kit. The classpack is supplied in a handy storage tray with lid, containing sufficient components for 20 mini-lights.
Batteries and LEDs
Plastazote foam core
High impact polystyrene outer layers
Rainbow Mini-light has a random colour-changing LED
This simple but interesting project has been designed by Rapid's technical team for Key Stages 1, 2 & 3 students. It will help them to make a fully working White LED mini-light from the parts supplied in this great kit. The classpack is supplied in a handy storage tray with lid, containing sufficient components for 20 mini-lights.
Batteries and LEDs
Plastazote foam core
High impact polystyrene outer layers
Super-bright Mini-light is an updated version using a modern white LED
This simple but interesting project has been designed by Rapid's technical team for Key Stages 1, 2 & 3 students. It will help them to make a fully working Red LED mini-light from the parts supplied in this great kit. The classpack is supplied in a handy storage tray with lid, containing sufficient components for 20 mini-lights.
Batteries and LEDs
Plastazote foam core
High impact polystyrene outer layers
Standard Mini-light is a keyring torch kit using a red LED
Rainbow LED key ring light kits designed as an introduction for Key Stage 2 & 3 students to design and make in electronics.
Project notes are available as a free PDF download and are designed to be photocopied for class and teacher use. Notes include suggested lesson plans and mapping to the National Curriculum, an introduction to circuits and symbols, batteries, LEDs and pricing and costing exercises and a series of homework assignments to support work in class.
LED colour: Rainbow
Students start by investigating the need for security and the problems of using locks in the dark
They can then complete the design process of a mini-light, which can be attached to a key ring
With careful organisation it should be possible to manufacture the design without specialist workshop facilities
The component kits include batteries and LEDs, plastazote foam core and high impact polystyrene outer layers
Ultra Violet LED key ring light kits designed as an introduction for Key Stage 2 & 3 students to design and make in electronics.
Project notes are available as a free PDF download and are designed to be photocopied for class and teacher use. Notes include suggested lesson plans and mapping to the National Curriculum, an introduction to circuits and symbols, batteries, LEDs and pricing and costing exercises and a series of homework assignments to support work in class.
LED colour: Ultra Violet
Students start by investigating the need for security and the problems of using locks in the dark
They can then complete the design process of a mini-light, which can be attached to a key ring
With careful organisation it should be possible to manufacture the design without specialist workshop facilities
The component kits include batteries and LEDs, plastazote foam core and high impact polystyrene outer layers
White LED key ring light kits designed as an introduction for Key Stage 2 & 3 students to design and make in electronics.
Project notes are available as a free PDF download and are designed to be photocopied for class and teacher use. Notes include suggested lesson plans and mapping to the National Curriculum, an introduction to circuits and symbols, batteries, LEDs and pricing and costing exercises and a series of homework assignments to support work in class.
LED colour: White
Students start by investigating the need for security and the problems of using locks in the dark
They can then complete the design process of a mini-light, which can be attached to a key ring
With careful organisation it should be possible to manufacture the design without specialist workshop facilities
The component kits include batteries and LEDs, plastazote foam core and high impact polystyrene outer layers
Red LED key ring light kits designed as an introduction for Key Stage 2 & 3 students to design and make in electronics.
Project notes are available as a free PDF download and are designed to be photocopied for class and teacher use. Notes include suggested lesson plans and mapping to the National Curriculum, an introduction to circuits and symbols, batteries, LEDs and pricing and costing exercises and a series of homework assignments to support work in class.
LED colour: Red
Students start by investigating the need for security and the problems of using locks in the dark
They can then complete the design process of a mini-light, which can be attached to a key ring
With careful organisation it should be possible to manufacture the design without specialist workshop facilities
The component kits include batteries and LEDs, plastazote foam core and high impact polystyrene outer layers
Kits of components to build a functional Moisture Tester that can be used to tell if pot plants require water.
The kits contain all the electronic components required, except the PCBs, which are available separately. This provides the option to buy ready-made PCBs or for students to make their own.
The moisture tester project has been designed as an introduction for Key Stage 2 & 3 students to the use of resistors and transistors in circuits.
Students start by investigating the care of house plants and the problems associated with incorrect moisture content of soil
Downloadable information and activity sheets then guide the students through a series of exercises to build background knowledge in the use of resistors and transistors in circuits
For manufacture, the project allows the teacher to select from two alternative methods of circuit construction, either self adhesive copper tape onto card or on a printed circuit board (available separately) see order code 34-0635
Upon completion of manufacture students are then guided through an evaluation of their work
They also have the option of producing a 3D model using high density polystyrene foam illustrating how they might develop a final product if the design were manufactured commercially
Project notes are available for free download and are designed to be photocopied for class use
They include both detailed student and teacher notes, which contain suggested lesson plans, mapping to the National Curriculum and a series of structured homework assignments to support the work in class
The component kits are supplied in multiples of 5 and include:
All components including LEDs, battery clip, resistors and transistors
The project can be produced using PCB available or self adhesive copper tape (see PCB products section)
A classpack of 20 kits of components to build a functional Moisture Tester that can tell if pot plants require water. The classpack contains all the electronic components required, including ready-made PCBs, in a Gratnell's Tray with lid*. It offers a substantial saving compared to parts bought separately.
Students will love this Moisture Tester Project, which is linked to the National Curriculum, as it is simple to assemble and is ideal as an introduction to electronics.
The Stereo Amplifier Kit (Classpack of 5) is a stereo version of our popular Audio Amplifier Project (70-0180). Once assembled, the amplifier can be connected to MP3 players, laptops or any other device with a 3.5mm headphone jack socket.
The kit contains all components, speakers, printed circuit board and connecting cable.
Snap Circuits®3D Illumination uses building blocks with snaps to build the different electrical and electronic circuits in the projects. Each block has a function: there are switch blocks, light blocks, battery blocks, different length wire blocks, etc. The blocks are different colours and have different numbers on them so that you can easily identify them.
Build over 150 projects or combine with other sets to build even more unique structures.
Snap Circuits Junior Plus allows for hours of educational fun whilst learning about electronics!
All components are mounted on plastic modules and snap together with ease. The electrical components provide students of ages 8+ with hands-on experience of designing and building models of working electrical circuits.
Snap-together parts require no tools and ensure correct connections
Includes 30 parts and instructions for over 100 projects
Requires 2x AA batteries (not included)
Clear and concise illustrated manual included and available online
Snap Circuits® uses building pieces with snaps to assemble different electronic circuits on a simple 'rows-and-columns' base grid that functions like the printed circuit board found in most electronic products.
Each component is easily identifiable by a different colour and functional purpose. The Model SC-100R is an exploration of the electronic components included with the SC-100 Snap Circuits®. Ideal for use in home-schooling, middle schools, and high schools where students will grasp the basic principles of electronics.
Snap Circuits® Arcade is an exciting introduction to problem-solving, following directions, and the satisfaction of a job well done. It's fun like an Arcade while supporting a vigorous STEM curriculum.
Snap Circuits® uses building pieces with snaps to assemble different electronic circuits on a simple 'rows and columns' base grid that functions like the printed circuit board found in most electronic products. Each component is easily identifiable by a different colour and functional purpose. Learn the basics of electricity, engineering, and circuitry with full colour, curriculum rich, easy-to-follow instructions.
Features:
30 snap-together modules to make more than 200 projects
Enjoy completing projects using a programmable Word Fan, Dual LED Display, and a pre-programmed Micro-Controller
Clear and concise illustrated manual includes explanations for the different Snap Modules and concepts needed to build Arcade projects
Have fun building your own RC Snap Rover® using colourful Snap Circuits® parts that simply snap together.
This innovative kit offers a fun, hands-on education in electronics, allowing kids to create rovers and other fun devices by snapping together working circuitry. Guide your Snap Rover® with the easy-to-use remote control.
Over 40 other experiments
Over 50 parts
Wireless Remote Control included
Run up to three Rovers at once
No Soldering required
Multi- function, wireless remote control
Easy to build using easy to follow directions
Requires 1x PP3, 9V battery and 6x AA batteries (not included)
The Stereo Amplifier Kit (Classpack of 20) is a stereo version of our popular Audio Amplifier Project (70-0180). Once assembled, the amplifier can be connected to MP3 players, laptops or any other device with a 3.5mm headphone jack socket.
The kit contains all components, speakers, printed circuit board and connecting cable.
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