National 4 Practical Electronics
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What do I need to get in?
The school or college will decide on the entry requirements for the course. You would normally have achieved:
What will I study?
This course aims to help you develop a range of technological skills. You will learn analysis and problem solving skills, circuit design, safe use of tools and equipment, and evaluation of electronics. You will also learn about key concepts in electronics, and how to apply these in a variety of contexts. And, you will develop an awareness of the impact of electronics on society and the environment.
The course has three compulsory units, plus an added value unit that assesses your practical skills.
Practical Electronics: Circuit Design (6 SCQF credit points)
In this unit you will:
- learn the basics of key electrical concepts and electronic components
- analyse straightforward electronic problems, and design solutions to these problems
- look at issues relating electronics to society and the environment.
Practical Electronics: Circuit Simulation (6 SCQF credit points)
In this unit you will:
- use simulation software to help you design, construct and test simple circuits and systems, and to investigate their behaviour.
Practical Electronics: Circuit Construction (6 SCQF credit points)
In this unit you will:
- assemble a range of simple electronic circuits, using permanent and non-permanent methods
- learn practical wiring skills and assembly techniques
- carry out basic testing and fault finding.
Added Value Unit: Developing an Electronic Solution (6 SCQF credit points)
In this unit you will:
- construct a simple electronics circuit, demonstrating safe working practices
- carry out a simple test on the circuit.
How will I be assessed?
Your teacher or tutor will assess your work on a regular basis throughout the course. Items of work might include:
- practical work – using simple software, carrying out testing
- written or oral work – writing a short report or verbally explaining your work to others.
You must pass all units plus the added value unit to gain the course qualification.
What can I go on to next?
If you complete the course successfully, it may lead to:
Further study, training or employment in:
Which jobs are related to this subject?
Where can my parents find out more?
Your school will give your parents an Options or Choices information booklet, which has detailed information on the curriculum and the individual subjects or courses you can study. It will also invite them along to a Parents’ Information Evening.
They can also read the information leaflet(s):
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