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ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY –
ELECTRONICS
GUIDELINES FOR
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT TASKS
GRADE 12
2019
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................3
2. TEACHER GUIDELINES ........................................................................................................5
2.1 How to administer PATs ........................................................................................................5
2.2 How to mark/assess the PATs ...............................................................................................5
2.3 PAT assessment management plan........................................................................................5
2.4 Moderation of PATs ..............................................................................................................6
2.5 Absence/Non-submission of tasks .........................................................................................7
2.6 Simulations ...........................................................................................................................7
2.7 Projects ................................................................................................................................8
2.8 Working marks sheet ............................................................................................................9
3. LEARNER GUIDELINES ...................................................................................................... 10
3.1 Instructions to the learner ................................................................................................... 11
3.2 Declaration of authenticity (COMPULSORY) ......................................................................... 11
4. SIMULATIONS .................................................................................................................. 12
4.1 Simulation 1: RLC circuit ...................................................................................................... 12
4.2 Simulation 2: The field-effect transistor ............................................................................... 17
4.3 Simulation 3: Amplifiers using a JFET and a Darlington pair .................................................. 23
4.4 Simulation 4: JFET as an amplifier ....................................................................................... 29
4.5 Simulation 5: Colpitts oscillator ........................................................................................... 32
4.6 Simulation 6: 741 bi-stable multivibrator ............................................................................. 36
4.7 Simulation 7: 741 op amp and 555 IC ................................................................................... 39
4.8 Simulation 8: 741 op amp Schmidt trigger and summing amplifier circuit ............................. 44
5. SECTION B – DESIGN AND MAKE ...................................................................................... 48
5.1 Design and Make: Part 1 ..................................................................................................... 49
5.2 Assessment of the Design and Make Phase: Part 1 ............................................................... 53
5.3 Design and Make: Part 2 ..................................................................................................... 55
5.4 Assessment of the Design and Make Phase: Part 2 .............................................................. 57
6. PROJECTS ........................................................................................................................ 58
6.1 Practical Project 1: 5 Watt mini-amplifier (portable speaker)................................................ 58
6.2 Practical Project 2: Traffic light ........................................................................................... 60
7. CONCLUSION ................................................................................................................... 61
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1. INTRODUCTION
The 17 Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statements subjects which contain a
practical component all include a practical assessment task (PAT). These subjects are:
• AGRICULTURE: Agricultural Management Practices, Agricultural Technology
• ARTS: Dance Studies, Design, Dramatic Arts, Music, Visual Arts
• SCIENCES: Computer Applications Technology, Information Technology,
Technical Sciences
• SERVICES: Consumer Studies, Hospitality Studies, Tourism
• TECHNOLOGY: Civil Technology, Electrical Technology, Mechanical
Technology and Engineering Graphics and Design
A practical assessment task (PAT) mark is a compulsory component of the final
promotion mark for all candidates offering subjects that have a practical component and
counts 25% (100 marks) of the end-of-the-year examination mark. The PAT is
implemented across the first three terms of the school year. This is broken down into
different phases or a series of smaller activities that make up the PAT. The PAT allows
for learners to be assessed on a regular basis during the school year and it also allows
for the assessment of skills that cannot be assessed in a written format, e.g. test or
examination. It is therefore important that schools ensure that all learners complete the
practical assessment tasks within the stipulated period to ensure that learners are
resulted at the end of the school year. The planning and execution of the PAT differs
from subject to subject.
Practical assessment tasks are designed to develop and demonstrate a learner's ability
to integrate a variety of skills in order to solve a problem. The PAT also makes use of a
technological process to inform the learner what steps needs to be followed to derive a
solution for the problem.
The PAT consists of four or more simulations and a practical project. The teacher may
choose any one of the practical projects and any four simulations available for power
systems.
The teacher must apply assessment on an ongoing basis at the same time that the
learner is developing the required skills. Four simulations should be completed by the
learners, in addition to the manufacturing of a practical project.
The PAT incorporates all the skills the learner has developed throughout the year. The
PAT ensures that all the different skills will be acquired by learners on completion of
practical work, as well as the correct use of tools and instruments.
Requirements for presentation
A learner must present the following:
• PAT file with all the evidence of simulations, design and prototyping. A copy of the
PAT 2019 cover page. The relevant simulations and assessment sheets should be
copied and handed to each learner to include in the file.
• Practical project with:
o Enclosure:
The file must include a design.
The enclosure and the design must match.
No cardboard boxes are allowed.
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Plastic and metal enclosures are acceptable.
The enclosure should be accessible for scrutiny inside.
Lids that are secured with screws are preferred.
o Circuit board:
The file should include the PCB design.
The PCB must be mounted inside the enclosure in such a manner that it
can be removed for scrutiny.
Switches, potentiometers, connectors and other items must be mounted.
Wiring must be neat and bound/wrapped.
Wiring must be long enough to allow for the PCB to be removed and
inspected with ease.
o Logo and name:
The file should contain the logo and name design.
Logo and name must be prominent on the enclosure.
The PAT will have a financial impact on the school's budget and school management
teams are required to make provision to accommodate this particular expense.
PAT components and other items must be acquired timeously, for use by the learners,
before the end of the first term at the start of the academic year.
It is the responsibility of the HOD to ensure that the teacher is progressing with the PAT
from the start of the school year.
Provincial departments are responsible for setting up moderation timetables and
consequently PATs should be completed in time for moderation.
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2. TEACHER GUIDELINES
2.1 How to administer PATs
Teachers must ensure that learners complete the simulations required for each term. The
project should be started in January in order to ensure its completion by August. In instances
where formal assessments take place, the teacher has to assume the responsibility thereof.
The PAT should be completed during the first three terms and must be ready at the start of
PAT moderation. Teachers must make copies of the relevant simulations and hand it to
learners at the beginning of each term.
The PAT must not be allowed to leave the workshop and must be kept in a safe place at
all times when learners are not working on it.
The weightings of the PAT must be adhered to and teachers are not allowed to change
weightings for the different sections.
2.2 How to mark/assess the PATs
The PAT for Grade 12 will be set and assessed internally, but moderated externally. All formal
assessment will be done by the teacher.
The teacher is required to produce a working model and model answer file that sets the
baseline for assessment at a Highly Competent Level for every project choice exercised by the
learners. This file must include all the simulations with answers the teacher has done
him/herself. The teacher will use the model answers and project to assess the simulations and
projects of the learners.
Once a facet sheet has been completed by the teacher, assessment will be deemed to be
complete. No re-assessment will be done once the facet sheets have been completed
and captured by the teacher. Learners must ensure that the work is done to the required
standard before the teacher finally assesses the PAT during each stage of completion.
2.3 PAT assessment management plan
The assessment plan for the PAT is as follows:
TIME FRAME ACTIVITY RESPONSIBILITY
Preparation for Teacher – Builds the models and works out the model answers
PAT 2019 for the simulations for 2019. Identifies shortages in tools,
equipment and consumable items for simulations that must be
procured in 2019
SMT – Receives procurement requests from teachers and
processes payments for the acquisition of required items
January – Simulations 1 Teacher – Copies and hands out simulations
March 2019 and 2 Learners – Complete simulations
Teacher – Assesses simulations
HOD – Checks if tasks have been completed and marked by the
teacher before the holiday
January 2019 PAT project – Teacher – Obtains quotations for PAT projects
procurement Principal – Approves PAT procurement for PAT projects
Teacher – Ensures that PAT projects are ordered and delivered
HOD – Checks in on teacher to see if the process is adhered to
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February 2019 PAT project – Teacher – Ensures that there is secure storage for PAT projects
learners Teacher – Hands out and takes in PAT projects
commence Teacher – Includes practical sessions for learners to complete
with project the PAT project every week
Learners – Commence with completion of the PAT project
HOD – Checks in on teacher to ensure that practical workshop
sessions take place on a weekly basis
April – Moderation of District subject facilitator/subject specialist will visit the school
June 2019 Simulations 1 and moderate Simulation 1 and 2
and 2 10% of learners' work is moderated
April – Simulations 3 Teacher – Copies and hands out simulations
June 2019 and 4 Learners – Complete simulations
Teacher – Assesses simulations
HOD – Checks if tasks have been completed and marked by the
teacher before the holiday
April – PAT project – Teacher – Ensures that there is secure storage for PAT projects
June 2019 learners Teacher – Hands out and takes in PAT projects
continue with Teacher – Includes practical sessions for learners to complete
project the PAT project every week
Learners – Continue with completion of the PAT project
HOD – Checks in on teacher to ensure that practical workshop
sessions take place on a weekly basis
July holidays PAT Learners that are behind on the PAT are required to complete
2019 intervention the project during this holiday.
July – Moderation of District subject facilitator/subject specialist will visit the school
August 2019 Simulations 3 and moderate Simulations 3 and 4 – different learners from the
and 4 previous term
10% of learners' work is moderated
July – PAT project – Teacher – Ensures that there is secure storage for PAT projects
August 2019 completion Teacher – Hands out and takes in PAT projects
Teacher – Completes the PAT project with learners and
compiles the PAT file
Learners – Completes the PAT project and file
HOD – Checks to see that 100% of the PAT files and projects
are completed and assessed
September – PAT PAT projects are moderated by subject facilitators/subject
October 2019 moderation specialists from the province and learners are available to
demonstrate skills
10% of learners are moderated randomly
2.4 Moderation of PATs
Provincial moderation of each term's simulations will start as early as the following term.
Simulations 1 and 2 should be moderated as soon as the second term starts. Similarly,
Simulations 3 and 4 will be moderated in July. The project will, however, only be moderated on
completion.
During moderation of the PAT the learner's file and project must be presented to the
moderator.
The moderation process is as follows:
• During moderation, learners are randomly selected to demonstrate the different
simulations. All four simulations will be moderated.
• The teacher is required to build an exemplar model for each project type chosen for
the school.
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• This model must be on display during moderation.
• The teacher's model forms the standard of the moderation at Level 4 (Highly
Competent).
• Level 5 assessments must exceed the model of the teacher in skill and finishing.
• Learners who are moderated will have access to their files during moderation and may
refer to the simulations they completed earlier in the year.
• Learners may NOT ask assistance from other learners during moderation.
• All projects and files must be on display for the moderator.
• If a learner is unable to repeat the simulation or cannot produce a working circuit
during moderation, marks will be deducted and circuits assessed as not being
operational.
• The moderator will randomly select no fewer than two projects (not simulations) and the
learners involved will have to explain how the project was manufactured.
• Where required, the moderator should be able to call on the learner to explain the function
and principles of operation, and request the learner to exhibit the skills acquired through
the simulations for moderation purposes.
• On completion the moderator will, if needed, adjust the marks of the group upwards or
downwards, depending on the outcome of moderation.
• Normal examination protocols for appeals will be adhered to, if a dispute arises from
adjustments made.
2.5 Absence/Non-submission of tasks
The absence of a PAT mark in Electrical Technology without a valid reason: The learner will be
given three weeks before the commencement of the final end-of-year examination to submit
outstanding task. Should the learner fail to fulfil the outstanding PAT requirement, such a
learner will be awarded a zero (0) for that PAT component.
2.6 Simulations
Simulations are circuits, experiments and tests/tasks which the learner will have to build, test
and measure and practically do as part of the development of practical skills. These skills have
to be illustrated to the external moderator that visits the school at intervals during the school
year.
Teachers who make use of simulation programs on a computer may use it for the learners to
practice on. However, it is required that the circuit be built using real components and that
measurements be made with actual instruments for the purposes of assessment and
moderation.
The correct procedure for completing simulations is outlined below for teachers and school
management teams who are responsible for the implementation of the PAT in Electrical
Technology.
STEP 1: The teacher will choose simulations from the provided examples.
STEP 2: Compile a list of the components needed for every simulation. Add extra
components as these items are very small and you will need extras, as these items
get lost/damaged very easily when learners are working with it.
STEP 3: Contact three different electronics component suppliers for comparative quotations.
STEP 4: Submit the quotations to the SMT for approval and procurement of the items.
STEP 5: Place the components in storage. Collate items for each simulation, thus making it
easier to distribute and use during practical sessions. Ensure that different values
of components do not mix, as this would lead to components being used incorrectly
and this could damage the component and in extreme cases, the equipment used.
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STEP 6: Copy the relevant simulations and hand them out to learners at the start of the
term.
Teachers are allowed to adjust circuits and component values to suit their environment/
resource availability.
Teachers are required to develop a set of model answers in the teacher's file.
Moderators will use the teacher's model answers and artefacts when moderating.
2.7 Projects
The projects are construction projects teachers can choose for their learners. These projects
are based on proven circuits provided from schools and subject advisors. The projects are
based on working prototypes and require careful construction in order for it to operate
correctly.
Projects are varied in cost and teachers must ensure that the projects chosen fall within the
scope of the school's budget.
Once the teacher has decided on a circuit, he/she must construct the prototype. Thereafter,
copies of the provided circuit can be made and distributed to learners. They MUST redraw
these circuits in their file correctly.
The description of the operation of the circuits is NOT complete. It is required of learners to
interrogate the function of the components in the provided circuit. They should elaborate on the
purpose of components in the circuit. It is recommended that those learners investigate similar
circuits available on the internet and in the school library or workshop reference books.
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2.8 Working marks sheet
(A working Excel file is provided with this PAT.)
PAT mark sheet Term 1 Term 2 Project
Mark out of 100 Moderated Mark
Total =
Design Design Term 1 +
Simulation Simulation Simulation Simulation and and Term 2 +
1 2 3 4 Make Make Project
Part 1 Part 2
No. Name of Learner 40 40 40 40 70 20 250
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Total
Average
Teacher Name: Principal Name: Moderator Name:
Signature: Signature: Signature:
School Stamp
Date: Date:_________________________ Date:__________________________
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3. LEARNER GUIDELINES
PAT 2019 cover page (Place this page at the front of the PAT.)
Department of Basic Education
Grade 12
CAPS for Technical High Schools
Practical Assessment Task – Electrical Technology
Time allowed: Terms 1–3 (2019)
Learner Name:
Class:
School:
Specialisation: ELECTRONICS
Complete any FOUR simulations.
Project (Write the name of the project): _____________________________
Evidence of moderation:
NOTE:
When the learner evidence (LE) selected has been moderated at school level, the table will contain
evidence of moderation. Provincial moderators will sign the provincial moderation and only sign if
re-moderation is needed.
Moderation Signature Date Signature Date
School-based
Provincial moderation Re-moderation
Mark allocation
Moderated
PAT Component Maximum Mark Learner Mark
Mark
Simulation 1 40
Simulation 2 40
Simulation 3 40
Simulation 4 40
Design and Make Project – Circuit 70
Design and Make Project – Enclosure 20
Total 250
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3.1 Instructions to the learner
• The PAT counts 25% of your final promotion mark.
• All work produced by you must be your own effort. Group work and co-operative work
are not allowed.
• The PAT must be completed over three quarters.
• The PAT file must contain four simulations and a practical project.
• Calculations should be clear and include units. Calculations should be rounded off to
TWO digits. SI units should be used.
• Circuit diagrams can be hand-drawn or drawn on CAD. NO photocopies or scanned
files are allowed.
• Photos are allowed and can be in colour or greyscale. Scanned photos and
photocopies are allowed.
• Learners with identical photos will be penalised and receive zero (0) for that section.
• This document must be placed inside your PAT file together with the other evidence.
3.2 Declaration of authenticity (COMPULSORY)
Declaration:
I _____ (Name) herewith declare that the work
represented in this file is entirely my own effort. I understand that if proven otherwise, my
final results may be withheld.
_____
Signature of learner
_____
Date
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4. SIMULATIONS
4.1 Simulation 1: RLC circuit
Name of learner:
Mark:
Class: Date completed: 40
Date assessed: Assessor signature:
Date moderated: Moderator signature:
4.1.1 AIM
• To build a resonance RLC-series circuit
• To determine the resonant frequency by measuring the reactive voltages
• To measure the total current of a series RLC-circuit over a wide range of
frequencies
• To build a resonance RLC-parallel circuit
• To measure the current through the inductor and capacitor of a parallel RLC circuit
over a wide range of frequencies
• To compare the readings in a series RLC circuit to a parallel RLC circuit
4.1.2 COMPONENT LIST
• Audio transformer (Interstage impedance matching transformer found in modems
and audio circuits. The value is not critical.)
• 0,1 uF capacitor (104)
• 1 K (Brown Black Red 5% – ¼ Watt)
• Signal generator (Disconnect the earth terminal of the FG.)
• Experiment board
• Connecting wires
• 4 x multimeters
• Oscilloscope with two probes (Disconnect the earth terminal of the oscilloscope.)
4.1.3 RLC SERIES CIRCUIT
(a) Before connecting the circuit, measure the following accurately:
Exact resistance of R (will differ slightly from learner to learner):
R=__________
Exact resistance of L (the resistance of the coil being used):
RL=__________ (2)
(b) Build the given circuit diagram on your experiment board. You will be assessed
using the rubric on the next page.
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LEVEL DESCRIPTOR MARKS
OBTAINED
0 1 2 4
The candidate The candidate The candidate The candidate
was not able to was able to was able to constructed the
construct the partially construct correctly construct circuit correctly
circuit on his own. the circuit on his the circuit with the without the
own. assistance of the assistance of the
teacher. teacher.
The candidate The cadidate was The candidate The candidate
was not able to able to partially connected the connected the
connect the connect the measuring measuring
measuring measuring instruments instruments
instruments. instruments to the correctly and correctly and
circuit. measured the measured the
voltages and voltages and
currents after the currents on his
assistance of the own.
teacher. (8)
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4.1.4 PROCEDURE
(a) Set the function generator to a sine wave and adjust the voltage to between
3–8 V sine wave. (Set the voltage as high as the frequency generator allows.) Set
the frequency to 1 kHz. (Teachers are requested to change the frequency for
each learner. Use between 150–500 Hz so that each learner has a unique
frequency).
Once the voltage is set, do not change the amplitude of the voltage.
(b) Connect the multimeters to reflect the following voltages:
- VL (across the inductor)
- VC (across the capacitor)
- VR (across the resistor)
- VT (total voltage)
(Meters must be true RMS meters set to AC to ensure correct readings.)
(c) Calculate the total current in the circuit using VR and the measured value of R.
(3)
(d) Show on the oscilloscope the phase relationship between VT and VL.
(4)
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(e) Show on the oscilloscope the phase relationship between VT and VC.
(4)
(f) Calculate the impedance of the circuit.
(3)
(g) Calculate Xc using the specific frequency assigned to you.
(3)
(h) Calculate X using the following:
(2)
(i) Calculate XL from X and XC.
(3)
(j) Now calculate L from XL.
(3)
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(k) Tabulate your values in the following table and compare with given results:
Learner Results
V Coil VC VT IT RL Z X XL XC L
Typical Values
V Coil VC VT IT RL Z X XL XC L
6,6 V 4,5 V 7,9 V 3,1 mA 1 000 Ω 2 548 Ω - 740 Ω 1 592 Ω 117 mH
(l) Are the learner values exactly the same as the typical values? Draw a conclusion
and motivate your answer.
(3)
(m) Read the conclusion below.
Explain how the voltages in a RLC series circuit can be leading and lagging. Why
is reference made to the phase shift of the voltages and not current in this
instance?
(2)
CONCLUSION
In a series AC circuit the current is equal in all components.
The voltage in the inductor leads the supply voltage and the voltage in the capacitor lags
the supply voltage.
TOTAL: 40
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4.2 Simulation 2: The field-effect transistor
Name of learner:
Mark:
Class: Date completed: 40
Date assessed: Assessor signature:
Date moderated: Moderator signature:
4.2.1 PURPOSE
Construct simple circuits using JFET and MOSFET, and display the input/output wave
forms on an oscilloscope.
ACTIVITY 2A: Construct a circuit using a JFET as a switch.
4.2.2 REQUIRED RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS CONSUMABLES
• Analogue/Digital trainer • 1 x 6 V buzzer
• 2 x multimeters • 1 x J176 JFET P-channel (Any suitable
• Variable DC power supply JFET may be used.)
• Wire-stripper • Connecting wires
• Side cutters
4.2.3 PROCEDURE
(a) Connect the circuit on the breadboard as shown in FIGURE 2.1.
FIGURE 2.1: JFET switch
(b) Close the switch and observe the output of the buzzer. Record your observation.
(2)
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(c) Open the switch and observe the output of the buzzer. Record your observation.
(2)
(d) CONCLUSION
Explain what can be deduced from your observation with regard to a JFET as a
switch.
(2)
Subtotal: Activity 2A [6]
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FACET SHEET 2A: Construct a circuit using a JFET as a switch.
FACETS FACET 1 FACET 2 FACET 3 FACET 4 MAXIMUM LEARNER'S
POSSIBLE MARK
MARKS
Prepare for the Identify components Collect PSU/ Collect instruments – Collect hand tools (1) 4/2 = 1
simulation correctly (1) mini-trainer (1) oscilloscope (1)
Hand tools Use side cutters Use wire-stripper 2/2 = 1
correctly (1) correctly (1)
Preparation for insertion Check the datasheet Set supply voltage Set input voltage 3
of components into on the FET (1) correctly at 6 V (1) correctly at 3–4 V (1)
breadboard
Correct connection on 6 nodes for correct Polarity of buzzer – Polarity of JFET –
6/2 = 3
breadboard – nodes and connection (6/2 = 3) correct (1) correct (2)
polarity
Circuit is working Switch = ON Switch = OFF
2
correctly Buzzer is OFF (1) Buzzer is ON (1)
Connection of meters Connection of Connection of
2
multimeter across multimeter across
input to show 3 V/ output High/Low (1)
On/Off (1)
Housekeeping Cleaning the working Placing tools back to Disposing of waste
2/2 = 1
area after the the places after work materials correctly
experiment (1) (1) after work
Safety Observing safety Observing safety after Not observing safety
2/2 = 1
before being reminded being reminded (1) (0)
(2)
TOTAL 14
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ACTIVITY 2B: Construct a circuit using a MOSFET as a switch.
4.2.4 REQUIRED RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
• Analogue/Digital trainer • 1 x 1 KΩ resistor
• Analogue/Digital oscilloscope • 1 x MΩ resistor
• Function generator • 1 x BS 270 N channel
• Variable DC power supply • 1 x LED
• Wire-stripper • 1 x toggle switch
• Side cutters • Connecting wires
4.2.5 PROCEDURE
(a) Connect the circuit as in the given circuit below.
FIGURE 2.2: MOSFET
(b) Close the switch and observe the output of the LED. Record your findings.
(1)
(c) Open the switch and observe the output of the LED. Record your findings.
(1)
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(d) Distinguish between a depletion mode MOSFET and an enhancement mode
MOSFET.
(2)
(e) CONCLUSION
Explain what can be deduced from your observation with regard to a MOSFET
as a switch.
(1)
Subtotal: Activity 2B [5]
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FACET SHEET 2B: Construct a circuit using a MOSFET as a switch.
FACETS FACET 1 FACET 2 FACET 3 FACET 4 MAXIMUM LEARNER'S
POSSIBLE MARK
MARKS
Prepare for the Identify components Collect PSU/ Collect instruments – Collect hand tools (1) 4/2 = 2
simulation correctly (1) mini-trainer (1) oscilloscope (1)
Hand tools Use side cutters Use wire-stripper 2/2 = 1
correctly (1) correctly (1)
Preparation for insertion Check the datasheet Set supply voltage Set input voltage 4/2 = 2
of components into on the FET (2) correctly at 6 V (1) correctly at 3–4 V (1)
breadboard
Correct connection on 6 nodes for correct Polarity of buzzer – Polarity of JFET –
6/2 = 3
breadboard – nodes and connection (6/2 = 3) correct (1) correct (2)
polarity
Circuit is working Switch = ON Switch = OFF
2
correctly LED is ON (1) LED is OFF (1)
Connection of meters Correct setting of Correct connection of Correct reading of the
3
multimeter (1) multimeter in terms of multimeter (1)
polarity (1)
Housekeeping Cleaning the working Placing tools back to
2/2 = 1
area after the the places after work
experiment (1) (1)
Safety Observing safety Observing safety after Not observing safety
2/2 = 1
before being reminded being reminded (1) (0)
(2)
TOTAL 15
Subtotal: Activity 2A (6)
Subtotal: Facet Sheet 2A (14)
Subtotal: Activity 2B (5)
Subtotal: Facet Sheet 2B (15)
TOTAL: Simulation 2 [40]
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4.3 Simulation 3: Amplifiers using a JFET and a Darlington pair
Name of learner:
Mark:
Class: Date completed: 40
Date assessed: Assessor signature:
Date moderated: Moderator signature:
4.3.1 PURPOSE
Construct a simple amplifying circuit using JFET and a Darlington pair. Display the input/output
waveforms on an oscilloscope.
ACTIVITY 3A: Using a JFET as an amplifier
4.3.2 REQUIRED RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
• Analogue/Digital trainer • 1 x 2M2 Ω resistor
• Analogue/Digital oscilloscope • 1 x 5k6 Ω resistor
• Function generator • 1 x 4k7 Ω pre-set resistor
• Variable DC power supply • 1 x 470 Ω resistor
• Wire-stripper • 1 x 220 nF capacitor
• Side cutters • 1x 10 µF capacitor 32 V
• 1 x 22 µF capacitor 32 V
• 1 x 2N3819 JFET (2N5459 or 2N5457)
• Connecting wires
4.3.3 PROCEDURE
(a) Build the circuit diagram on a breadboard.
FIGURE 3.1: JFET
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(b) Connect the function generator to the input and adjust the voltage to 1 V peak.
(c) Connect Channel 1 of the oscilloscope across the input of the amplifier and draw
the waveform on the grid provided to scale. (2)
(d) Connect Channel 2 of the oscilloscope across the output of the amplifier and
draw the waveform on the grid provided to scale. (2)
CH1 V/DIV = CH2 V/DIV = T/DIV = CH1 V/DIV = CH2 V/DIV = T/DIV =
Channel 1 Channel 2
Compare the two waveforms and draw a conclusion regarding the circuit.
(2)
Subtotal: Activity 3A [5]
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FACET SHEET 3A: Using a JFET as an amplifier
FACETS FACET 1 FACET 2 FACET 3 FACET 4 MAXIMUM LEARNER'S
POSSIBLE MARK
MARKS
Prepare for the Identify components Collect PSU/ Collect instruments – Collect hand tools (1) 2/2 = 1
simulation correctly (1) mini-trainer (1) oscilloscope (1)
Hand tools Use side cutters Use wire-stripper 2/2 = 1
correctly (1) correctly (1)
Preparation for insertion Check the datasheet Set supply voltage Set input voltage 3
of components into on the FET (1) correctly at +12 V to correctly at 1 V from
breadboard +20 V (1) function generator (1)
Correct connection on 6 nodes for correct Polarity of JFET – Polarity of C2 – Polarity of C3 –
6/2 = 3
breadboard – nodes and connection (6/2 = 3) correct (1) correct (1) correct (1)
polarity
Circuit is working Output amplified (1) Output phase vs input
2
correctly phase (1)
Connection of Correct setting of the Correct connection and Correct reading of
6/2 = 3
instruments oscilloscope (2) reading of oscilloscope oscilloscope (2)
(2)
Housekeeping Cleaning the working Placing tools back to
2/2 = 1
area after the the places after work
experiment (1) (1)
Safety Observing safety Observing safety after
2/2 = 1
before being reminded being reminded (1)
(2)
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ACTIVITY 3B: Using a Darlington transistor as a current amplifier
4.3.4 REQUIRED RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
• Analogue/Digital trainer • 2 x BC 109 NPN transistors
• Analogue/Digital oscilloscope • 1 x LED
• Function generator • 1 x 470 Ω resistor
• Variable DC power supply • 1 x 100 resistor
• Wire-stripper • 1 x Darlington transistor (TIP120 or
• Side cutters TIP125)
• Connecting wires
4.3.5 PROCEDURE
(a) Construct the circuit as in the diagram given below.
FIGURE 3.2: TRANSISTOR AS A SWITCH
(b) Once the switch is closed, observe the brightness of the LED.
(c) Replace the single transistor with two identical BC109 transistors as shown
below.
FIGURE 3.3: TRANSISTOR PAIR (2)
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(d) Again, after the switch is closed, observe the brightness of the LED. What can
you conclude from your finding?
(e) Compare the brightness when one transistor was used and when two transistors
were used.
(2)
(f) Replace the two transistors with a single Darlington transistor (TIP120 or 125)
and observe the brightness of the LED. Draw your own conclusion with regard to
the observation.
(2)
Subtotal: Activity 3B [6]
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FACET SHEET 3B: Using a Darlington transistor as a current amplifier
FACETS FACET 1 FACET 2 FACET 3 FACET 4 MAXIMUM LEARNER'S
POSSIBLE MARK
MARKS
Prepare for the Identify components Collect PSU/ Collect Instruments – Collect hand tools (1) 4/2 = 2
simulation correctly (1) mini-trainer (1) multimeter (1)
Hand tools Use side cutters correctly Use wire-stripper 2/2 = 1
(1) correctly (1)
Preparation for Check the datasheet on Set supply voltage 2
insertion of the transistor and the correctly at +9 V (1)
components into Darlington pair (1)
breadboard
Correct connection on 6 nodes for correct Polarity of TR1 and Polarity of Darlington Polarity of LED –
8/2 = 4
breadboard – nodes connection (6/2 = 3) TR2 – correct (2) pair – correct (2) correct (1)
and polarity
Circuit is working When 1 transistor is When 2 transistors are When Darlington pair
3
correctly connected. connected. is connected.
Brightness of LED – Brightness of LED – Brightness of LED –
normal (1) bright (1) bright (1)
Housekeeping Cleaning the working Placing tools back to
2/2 = 1
area after the experiment the places after work
(1) (1)
Safety Observing safety before Observing safety after
2/2 = 1
being reminded (2) being reminded (1)
TOTAL 14
Subtotal: Activity 3A (5)
Subtotal: Facet Sheet 3A (15)
Subtotal: Activity 3B (6)
Subtotal: Facet Sheet 3B (14)
TOTAL: Simulation 3 [40]
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4.4 Simulation 4: JFET as an amplifier
Name of learner:
Mark:
Class: Date completed: 40
Date assessed: Assessor signature:
Date moderated: Moderator signature:
4.4.1 PURPOSE
The construction of the JFET as amplifier circuit using discrete components and to
display the input/output waveforms on the oscilloscope
ACTIVITY 4: Construction of the JFET as an amplifier
4.4.2 REQUIRED RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
• Analogue/Digital trainer • 1 x 2M2 Ω resistor
• Analogue/Digital oscilloscope • 1 x 5K6 Ω resistor
• Function generator • 1 x 4K7 Ω resistor
• Variable DC power supply • 1 x 470 Ω resistor
• Wire-stripper • 1 x 220 nF capacitor
• Side cutters • 1 x 10 µF capacitor
• 1 x 22 µF capacitor
• 1 x 2N3819 JFET (2N5459)
• Connecting wires
V1=12V
R3=5.6KΩ
C2=220nF
C1=220nF
2N3821 Output
V2=1Vrms R1=2.2MΩ R=4.7KΩ
100Hz +
C3=22ΩF
R2=470Ω
FIGURE 4.1: CIRCUIT DIAGRAM OF THE JFET AS AN AMPLIFIER
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4.4.3 PROCEDURE
Build the circuit diagram on the breadboard as shown in FIGURE 4.1.
Connect Channel 1 of the oscilloscope across the input of the amplifier.
Draw the INPUT and OUPUT waveforms. Use the values indicated on the grid provided.
4A FACET SHEET: JFET as an amplifier
FACETS FACET 1 FACET 2 FACET 3 FACET 4 MARKS MARKS
OBTAINED
Prepare for the Identified Collect PSU/ Use the Use the
simulations components mini-trainer correct correct hand
correctly (1) (1) measuring tools (1) (4)
instruments
(1)
Preparation of Circuit Power Function Channels of
the diagram built supply generator the
components on correctly (1) connected connected oscilloscope (4)
the breadboard correctly (1) correctly (1) connected
correctly (1)
Circuit is Correct Correct Correct Input and
working display of the display of the measure- output
correctly input output ment of the waveforms
(10)
waveform (2) waveform (2) gain as volts drawn
and time correctly (4)
divisions (2)
Safety and Observes Observe Cleans the Returns tools
housekeeping safety before safety after working area after working
reminded (1) being after the (1) (4)
reminded (1) experiment
(1)
4B INPUT/OUTPUT GRID
CH1 V/DIV = CH2 V/DIV = T/DIV =
(6)
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4C QUESTIONS:
1. Determine the gain of the amplifier.
(2)
2. List the components that can be changed to increase or decrease the gain of the
amplifier in FIGURE 4.1.
(6)
3. Write your conclusion with regard to the measurements of either the voltage or the
current you have observed.
(4)
[40]
4A: Facet Sheet (22)
4B: Input/Output Grid (6)
4C: Questions (12)
TOTAL: [40]
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4.5 Simulation 5: Colpitts oscillator
Name of learner:
Mark:
Class: Date completed: 40
Date assessed: Assessor signature:
Date moderated: Moderator signature:
4.5.1 PURPOSE
Construction of the Colpitts oscillator circuit using discreet components and displaying
the input/output waveforms on an oscilloscope
4.5.2 RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
• Analogue/Digital trainer PNP 2N22905 transistor &
NPN transistor BC 182
• Analogue/Digital oscilloscope R1= 470 kΩ and R2= 680Ω
RC= 2,2KΩ
(R1=2KΩ, R2=270KΩ R3=39KΩ,
P1=5k Ω)
• Function generator C1=0,1µF (C1=47nF)
• Multimeter C2=47 nF (C2=0,1µF)
• Variable DC power supply C3= 0,1µF (C3= 25µF)
• Wire-stripper C4= 47nF (C4= 15nF)
• Side cutters C5=0,47 µF
• Hook-up leads L=10mH (interstage transformer)
Battery= 12 V DC (9 V DC)
4.5.3 PROCEDURE
Oscilloscope setting:
Channel 1: AC coupled 0,2V/div
Channel 2: AC coupled 0,2V/div
Time base: 0,2 mS/div – 2: X-Y measurements
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ACTIVITY 5:
(a) Build the circuit diagram on the breadboard as shown below in FIGURE 5.1.
R1=470KΩ RC=2.2KΩ 12V
C4=47nF
PNP2N22905
C3=0.1 µF
C1=0.1 µF R2=680Ω
L=10mH
C5=0.47µF
C2=47nF
FIGURE 5.1: COLPITTS OSCILLATOR CIRCUIT
(b) Measure and record the following DC voltages:
A. VR1 (2)
B. VR2 (2)
C. VBE (2)
D. VCE (2)
E. VRC (2)
(c) Measure and record the resonance frequency in kHz.
(4)
(d) Calculate the theoretical resonant frequency.
(4)
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(e) Replace capacitors C1 with 470 pF and C2 with 1 000 pF respectively.
(i) Record the measured frequency of oscillation:
Measured frequency: ____________________ kHz (2)
(ii) Calculate the theoretical resonant frequency using the new tank circuit
values:
Calculated frequency: ____________________
____________________
____________________
____________________
____________________
____________________ (4)
(f) Answer the following questions:
(i) State the function of RC.
(2)
(ii) Explain the function of C1 and C2 based on your findings in (e) (i) and (ii).
C1:
C2:
(4)
(g) Refer to FIGURE 5.1 and answer the following questions:
(i) Display the output waveform on the oscilloscope when the V/div is set at
2 V and the time/div is set at 500 µs.
(4)
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(ii) Draw the output waveform.
CH1 V/DIV = CH2 V/DIV = T/DIV = (4)
(iii) State TWO applications of the circuit in FIGURE 5.1.
(2)
TOTAL Activity 5: [40]
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4.6 Simulation 6: 741 bi-stable multivibrator
Name of learner:
Mark:
Class: Date completed: 40
Date assessed: Assessor signature:
Date moderated: Moderator signature:
4.6.1 AIM
• To study the 741 bi-stable multivibrator as a practical circuit
• To compare the theory learned in class with the actual circuit
• To build a bi-stable multivibrator circuit with the 741 op amp
ACTIVITY 6: Construction of a 741 bi-stable multivibrator
4.6.2 REQUIRED RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
• Experiment board • 741 op amp (DIP8)
• Voltmeter • 330 Ω resistor
• Dual power supply 9V-0-9V • 1 kΩ resistor
• Dual power supply 5V-0-5V • 470 Ω resistor x 2
• Wire-stripper • Red and green LED
• Side cutters • Connecting wires
4.6.3 CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
Build the given circuit diagram on your experiment board. After you have switched on
the circuit, press the set switch. You will be assessed using the rubric below.
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+5VCC
Set +9 VCC
2
- 7
6
741
Reset + 4
330 Ω 470 Ω
3
1 kΩ
R1 R2 R4
-5VCC -9 VCC
R3 470 Ω D1 D2
D1 = Red
D2 = Green
FIGURE 6.1: CIRCUIT DIAGRAM OF 741 BI-STABLE MULTIVIBRATOR
LEVEL DESCRIPTOR MARKS
1 2 3 5 OBTAINED
The learner could The learner The learner The learner
not identify the identified the built the circuit managed to
correct correct after the identify the
components. components but assistance of components
could not build the teacher. correctly and
the circuit on built the circuit
the breadboard. without the
assistance of
the teacher.
The learner could The learner The learner The learner
not use the managed to managed to managed to
measuring calibrate the use the use the
instruments. instruments instruments and instruments and
after the managed to get managed to get
assistance of ONE reading ALL the
the teacher. required after readings
the assistance required without
of the teacher. the assistance
of the teacher. (10)
4.6.4 OBSERVATIONS
(a) Press the reset and set switches. Write down your observation.
(3)
(b) Connect a voltmeter across R3 and measure the reference voltage of the circuit.
VReference = (3)
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(c) Measure the input voltage to the circuit across R1.
NOTE: Do NOT press any switch.
VR1= (3)
(d) Measure the input voltage across R1 when you press the set switch.
VR1= (3)
4.6.5 HOUSEKEEPING
When you have obtained all the measurements and the teacher has validated all your
answers, you must tidy up your workplace as part of the safety in the workshop. You
will be assessed on housekeeping using the rubric below.
LEVEL DESCRIPTOR MARK
0 2 3 5 OBTAINED
The learner did The learner did The learner did The learner did
not do any housekeeping housekeeping, housekeeping
housekeeping. after the but only tidied on his/her own
teacher up his/her own and helped to
reminded the workplace and tidy up the
learner. did not help in entire
cleaning the workshop.
rest of the
workshop.
TOTAL Activity 6: [40]
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4.7 Simulation 7: 741 op amp and 555 IC
Name of learner:
Mark:
Class: Date completed: 40
Date assessed: Assessor signature:
Date moderated: Moderator signature:
4.7.1 PURPOSE
Construct a simple circuit using the 741 op amp to build a non-inverting amplifier and
display the input/output waveforms on an oscilloscope.
ACTIVITY 7A: Constructing a circuit using the 741 op amp
4.7.2 REQUIRED RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
• Analogue/Digital trainer • 1 x LM741 IC
• Analogue/Digital oscilloscope • 1 x 1KΩ resistor
• Function generator • 1 x 10 KΩ resistor
• Variable DC power supply • Connecting wires
• Wire-stripper
• Side cutters
4.7.3 PROCEDURE
(a) Construct the circuit as in FIGURE 7.1 on the breadboard.
The learner was able to The learner was able to The learner was able to
construct a minimum part construct a part of the construct the circuit
of the circuit correctly circuit correctly without correctly without
without assistance. assistance. assistance.
1 3 4 (4)
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FIGURE 7.1
(b) Connect the function generator between ground and Vin. (1)
(c) Connect Channel 1 to the input and Channel 2 to the output.
(d) Set the function generator to give a sine wave output.
(e) Adjust the function generator to 1 000 Hz (1 kHz) at a voltage of 1 V peak.
(f) Switch on the power to the circuit and observe the input and output waveforms.
(g) Draw the input and output waveforms below.
INPUT WAVEFORM
(4)
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OUTPUT WAVEFORM
(4)
4.7.4 QUESTIONS
(a) Calculate the gain of the amplifier with the given resistor values. (3)
(b) State how the gain of the amplifier will be affected if the feedback resistor is
halved. (2)
4.7.5 HOUSEKEEPING
The learner did not do any The learner did The learner did
housekeeping duties. housekeeping after being housekeeping without
reminded. being reminded.
1 2 3 (3)
Subtotal: Activity 7A [21]
ACTIVITY 7B: Constructing a circuit using the 555 IC
4.7.6 PURPOSE
Construct a simple circuit using the 555 IC to build a clock pulse generator (astable
multivibrator) and display the output waveforms on an oscilloscope.
4.7.7 REQUIRED RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
• Analogue/Digital trainer • 1 x 555 timer IC
• Analogue/Digital oscilloscope • 1 x 220 Ω resistor
• Function generator • 1 x LED
• Variable DC power supply • 1 x 10 nF capacitor
• Wire-stripper • 1 x 10 KΩ resistor
• Side cutters • 1 x 100 KΩ pre-set POT
• 1 x 10 µF (electrolytic capacitor 16 V)
• Connecting wires
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4.7.8 PROCEDURE
(a) Construct the circuit on the breadboard as in FIGURE 7.2 below.
The learner was able to The learner was able to The learner was able to
construct a minimum part construct a part of the construct the circuit
of the circuit correctly circuit correctly without correctly without
without assistance. assistance. assistance.
1 3 4 (4)
FIGURE 7.2
(b) Connect Channel 1 of the oscilloscope to the output.
(c) Switch the power on to the circuit and observe the output waveform on the
oscilloscope and the LED.
(d) Draw the output waveform observed on the oscilloscope on the grid below.
OUTPUT WAVEFORM
(3)
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4.7.9 QUESTIONS
(a) List the components responsible for the frequency of the output. (3)
(b) Calculate the charging time for the circuit using the given components. (3)
4.7.10 HOUSEKEEPING
1 2 3
The learner did not do any The learner did The learner did
housekeeping duties. housekeeping after being housekeeping without
reminded. being reminded.
The learner failed to get The learner was able to The learner was able to
the output wave on the set the oscilloscope and set the oscilloscope and
oscilloscope. managed to get the output managed to get the output
wave after the assistance wave without the
from the teacher. assistance of the teacher. (6)
Subtotal: Activity 7B [19]
Subtotal: Activity 7A (21)
Subtotal: Activity 7B (19)
TOTAL: [40]
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4.8 Simulation 8: 741 op amp Schmidt trigger and summing amplifier circuit
Name of learner:
Mark:
Class: Date completed: 40
Date assessed: Assessor signature:
Date moderated: Moderator signature:
4.8.1 PURPOSE
Construct a simple circuit using a 741 op amp to build a Schmidt trigger circuit and a
summing amplifier circuit. Display the output waveforms on an oscilloscope.
ACTIVITY 8A: Constructing a Schmidt trigger circuit using the 741 op amp
4.8.2 REQUIRED RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
• Analogue/Digital trainer • 1 x LM741 op amp
• Analogue/Digital oscilloscope • 2 x 10 KΩ resistors
• Function generator • 3 x 1 kΩ resistors
• Variable DC power supply • 1 x 2k2 Ω resistor (pre-set POT)
• Wire-stripper • 1 x 100 kΩ resistor
• Side cutters • 1 x 1MΩ
• 1 x LED
• Connecting wires
4.8.3 PROCEDURE
(a) Construct the circuit as in FIGURE 8.1 on the breadboard.
The learner was able to The learner was able to The learner was able to
construct a minimum part construct a part of the construct the circuit
of the circuit correctly circuit correctly without correctly without
without assistance. assistance. assistance.
1 3 4 (4)
FIGURE 8.1
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(b) Adjust the potentiometer, while observing the output voltage.
The output switches to HIGH when Vin is ________V and to LOW when Vin is
________V. The hysteresis is _______V. (3)
(c) Replace the 100 k resistor with 10 k. Adjust the input potentiometer slowly.
(d) While watching the LED on the output, can you change the output of the
comparator to adjust the brightness of the LED? _________. (1)
The output now switches to HIGH when the input voltage is ______V and to LOW (1)
at ________V. The hysteresis is ________V. (2)
(e) Replace the hysteresis resistor with 1 M. The output now switches to HIGH at
_________V and to a LOW at _____ V. (2)
The hysteresis is ________V. (1)
Remove the hysteresis resistor and adjust the potentiometer slowly.
4.8.4 CONCLUSION
(3)
4.8.5 HOUSEKEEPING
The learner did not do any The learner did The learner did
housekeeping duties. housekeeping after being housekeeping without
reminded. being reminded.
1 2 4 (4)
Subtotal: Activity 8A [21]
ACTIVITY 8B: Constructing a summing amplifier circuit using the 741 op amp
4.8.6 REQUIRED RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
• Analogue/Digital trainer • 6 x 1k Ω resistors
• Analogue/Digital oscilloscope • 4 x 10 kΩ resistors
• Function generator • 1 x 2k7 Ω resistor
• Variable DC power supply • 3 x 2k2 Ω variable POTs
• Wire-stripper • 1 x LM 741 IC
• Side cutters • Connecting wires
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4.8.7 PROCEDURE
(a) Construct the circuit as in FIGURE 8.2 on the breadboard.
The learner was able to The learner was able to The learner was able to
construct a minimum part construct a part of the construct the circuit
of the circuit correctly circuit correctly without correctly without
without assistance. assistance. assistance.
2 3 5 (5)
FIGURE 8.2
(b) Use the 2k2 Ω POTs to set V1, V2 and V3 to the voltages as indicated in the table
below. Measure the output values and populate the table below.
(c)
V1 + V2 + V3 = Vout
3 + 2,5 + 1,75 =
1,5 + -4 + 2,2 =
5 + -4,5 + 1 =
-4 + 1,5 + 2,5 =
-1,5 + -2,25 + -3,25 =
(5)
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4.8.8 CONCLUSION
(5)
4.8.9 HOUSEKEEPING
The learner did not do any The learner did The learner did
housekeeping duties. housekeeping after being housekeeping without
reminded. being reminded.
1 2 4 (4)
Subtotal: Activity 8B [19]
Subtotal: Activity 8A (21)
Subtotal: Activity 8B (19)
TOTAL: [40]
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5. SECTION B – DESIGN AND MAKE
Design and Make Project
INSTRUCTIONS
•Time: January to August
This section is COMPULSORY for all 2019
learners.
• The teacher will choose a circuit for the project.
•Learner Name: constructed must include at least (but is not limited to):
Any project
o Seven components
School:
o A variety of components (both active and passive)
o PCB making in some form
Class:
o Soldering
o An enclosure with a switch and protection
•Title/Type of Project:
The checklist must be used to ensure that all _____
the required tasks for the PAT have been
completed.
INSTRUCTIONS
• This section is COMPULSORY for all learners.
• The teacher will choose a circuit for the project.
• Any project constructed must include at least (but is not limited to):
o Seven components
o A variety of components (both active and passive)
o PCB making in some form
o Soldering
o An enclosure with a switch and protection
• The checklist below must be used to ensure that all the required tasks for the PAT
have been completed.
PAT CHECKLIST
NO. DESCRIPTION TICK ()
NO YES
Design and Make: Part 1
1. Circuit diagram drawn
2. Circuit description filled in
3. Component list completed
4. Tools list for circuitry populated
5. Measuring instrument list filled in
6. Evidence of prototyping printed and pasted into the file
7. Learner's own Veroboard/PCB planning/design printed and included in file
Design and Make: Part 2
1. Enclosure design completed and included in the file
2. Unique name written down and on the enclosure
3. Logo designed and on the enclosure
Miscellaneous
1. Enclosure included in the project
2. Enclosure prepared and drilled according to the design
3. Enclosure finished off and completed with name and logo
4. PCB securely mounted in the enclosure using acceptable techniques
5. Circuit inside the enclosure accessible
6. Internal wiring neat and ready for inspection
7. File and project completed and ready for moderation at the workshop/room
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5.1 Design and Make: Part 1
5.1.1 Circuit diagram
Draw a circuit diagram of your project.
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5.1.2 Project: Description of operation
Use the space below to provide an overview of how the project functions. Use your
own words and do some research of your own.
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5.1.3 Component list
Draw up a list of components you will need from the circuit diagram.
LABEL DESCRIPTION AND VALUE QUANTITY
5.1.4 Tools/Instrument list
Draw up a list of tools you will need to complete the PAT circuitry. You may add to the
list as you proceed through the PAT.
DESCRIPTION PURPOSE/USE
5.1.5 Evidence of prototyping
Take photographs of the working prototype on the breadboard using a digital camera
or cellphone and insert here. Add your name on the photograph.
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5.1.6 Veroboard planning/PCB design
Design a Veroboard OR PCB design for the circuit you are going to build. ONLY do
one or the other; do NOT do both. Place your design below.
Final Design – Veroboard
Same size and placement of components
Use an X to show breaks made on the track.
Printed circuit-board planning
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5.2 Assessment of the Design and Make Phase: Part 1
Achieved
Mark
NO. FACET DESCRIPTION Not achieved
Circuit Diagram
1. The circuit diagram was drawn using EGD equipment. 1
2. The circuit diagram was drawn using EGD equipment and 1
CAD/any electronic design software.
3. The circuit diagram was drawn using correct symbols. 1
4. The circuit diagram has all labels – R1, C1, Tr1, etc. 1
5. The circuit diagram has all component values –100 Ω, 1
220 μF, etc.
6. The circuit diagram has a name. 1
7. The circuit diagram has a frame and title block (EGD 1
approach).
Component List
8. Labels correlate with circuit diagram. 1
9. Description and values correlate with circuit diagram. 1
10. Quantities are correct. 1
Description of Operation
11. Basic function of the circuit is described correctly. 1
12. All subcircuits in the circuit diagram and component list are 1
included in the description.
13. Purposes of subcircuits in the circuit diagram are described 1
correctly.
14. Learner used own interpretation and did not copy from 1
another source verbatim.
15. Sources are acknowledged. 1
Tools/Instrument List
16. The tools/instrument list has been completed. 1
17. The tools/instruments listed all have a purpose for being used. 1
Evidence of Prototyping on Breadboard
18. Unique, original photos of the prototyping are included. 1
19. Unique, original photos include the learner name. 1
20. Photos are clear and in focus: 1
All components are clearly identifiable.
21. Prototype is operational. No photo, no mark. 2
22. Video of working prototype is available as confirmation. 3
PCB Design
23. Board design is included in the PAT file. 1
24. Component overlay showing placement is included. 1
25. Components are labelled the same as in the circuit diagram. 1
26. The design is original and does not match any other learner's 1
design.
27. Board layout (tracks/current flow) is functional and matches 1
the original circuit diagram.
Circuit Board Manufacturing
28. Circuit board is etched neatly according to the PCB design. 5
29. The PCB is tinned neatly. 1
30. The soldered PCB, solder side, is covered with a clear 1
protective coating (Plastik 70/clear lacquer).
31. Holes are drilled neatly and are aligned in the middle of the 1
pads on the PCB.
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32. Mounting holes of the PCB are drilled symmetrically. 1
33. All burrs are removed. 1
34. The PCB is cut neatly/squarely and edges are filed neatly. 1
35. Axial and radial components are placed neatly and flush with 1
the board.
36. Component orientation are aligned between similar 1
components (e.g. the gold band of all resistors are placed on
the same side).
37. Soldered components – leads are cut off, flush and neat on 2
the solder side.
38. More than 60% of the solder joints are shiny (not dry joints). 2
39. Wire insulation is stripped to the correct length (no extra 2
copper showing).
40. Wiring is long enough to allow for dismantling and inspection. 1
41. Wiring is wrapped neatly. 1
42. A power switch is included and fitted to the enclosure. 2
43. A fuse/protection is included and fitted correctly where 2
applicable.
44. Wiring entering/exiting the enclosure is provided with a 2
grommet/applicable fittings/sockets where applicable.
45. Batteries are mounted using a battery housing/mounting 1
bracket and battery clip (NO double-sided tape).
46. The project has a pilot light/LED installed in the enclosure 2
showing when the circuit is operational. (Switch is on – must
go out when fuse is blown.)
47. The project is fully operational and commissioned/installed in 10
the enclosure.
TOTAL
(PART 1 = 70 marks)
NOTE: In projects where facets 43 and 44 are not applicable, the projects should be
marked out of 66 and the marks adjusted accordingly.
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5.3 Design and Make: Part 2
(a) Enclosure design
• Design an enclosure for your project.
• NO FREEHAND DRAWINGS.
• Draw using EGD equipment OR use a CAD program.
• Draw in first-angle orthographic projection.
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(b) Manufacture the enclosure neatly according to your design.
(c) Choose a name for your device.
Write down the name of the device below.
(d) Design a unique logo for your device below.
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5.4 Assessment of the Design and Make Phase: Part 2
Achieved
Mark
Not achieved
NO. FACET DESCRIPTION
Enclosure Design
1. Enclosure design is included in first-angle orthographic 1
projection.
2. Drawn design includes a title box and page border. 1
3. Isometric drawing included additionally. 1
4. Dimensions are included. 1
5. The name of the device is written in the PAT document. 1
6. The logo design is in the PAT document. 1
Subtotal (6 marks max.)
Enclosure Manufacturing
7. Enclosure matches the design. 1
– Dimensions and placement correlate.
8. Name of the device is on the enclosure. 1
9. The logo design is on the enclosure. 1
10. The logo design on the enclosure is durable and not 1
merely a paper pasted on the enclosure (painted/used
decoupage/screen printed/sublimation printed).
11. The enclosure is manufactured from scratch. 4
Does NOT include: cardboard, paper, margarine
container
Does include: sheet metal, Perspex, Plexiglas, wood,
glass and other raw materials, injection-moulded plastic
boxes
12. Holes/Cut-outs in the enclosure are made with the 2
appropriate tools.
13. Specification plate with the learner's name, operating 1
voltage, fuse rating and additional information on the
project.
14. Enclosure is neatly prepped, painted and aesthetically 2
pleasing.
15. The circuit board is mounted using appropriate methods 1
inside the enclosure. (NO double-sided tape, Prestik, glue,
chewing gum, masking tape, etc.)
Subtotal (14 marks max.)
TOTAL
(PART 2 = 20 marks)
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6. PROJECTS
6.1 Practical Project 1: 5 Watt mini-amplifier (portable speaker)
This micro-sized high quality amplifier was originally designed to replace amplifiers in car radios
where the original ICs are no longer available. This does not limit the use to that application. Use
your imagination: There are a million other uses. Always use an adequate heat sink.
THE CIRCUIT
The TDA 2002 or TDA 2003 is used in a very straightforward audio amplifier configuration and
only a few precautions must be taken when using it.
Firstly, because of the very high input impedance, the input connections must be screened
cable and kept as short as possible to eliminate pickup of stray RF and other interference.
Secondly, the fact that the PC board is so small limits the amount of decoupling capacitance (C5)
that can be provided on the board. If the supply does not have at least a few hundred
microfarads smoothing, then the amplifier could go into oscillation. That means you have to place
an 1 000 mF 16 V capacitor over the supply voltage.
TIPS ON CONSTRUCTION
No problems should be experienced when assembling this amplifier. Just check for the polarity of
the electrolytic capacitors and make sure that the soldering is done properly. Care must also be
taken when connecting the power to the PC board.
NOTE: IF THE POLARITY IS REVERSED, THE IC WILL BE DESTROYED.
COMPONENT LIST
R1 Can be replaced with a 100 K preset if required 1
R1 100 K ¼ W Resistor Brown Black Yellow Gold 1
R2 47 Ohm ¼ W Resistor Yellow Violet Black Gold 1
R3 220 Ohm ¼ W Resistor Red Red Brown Gold 1
R4 2,2 Ohm ¼ W Resistor Red Red Red Gold 1
R5 22 Ohm ¼ W Resistor Red Red Black Gold 1
C1 10 uF 16 V Electrolytic Radial capacitor 1
C2 33 PF Non-polarised Ceramic capacitor 1
C3 100 uF 16 V Electrolytic Radial capacitor 1
C4 47 nF Non-polarised Capacitor (473, 0,047 uF) 1
C5 10 uF 16 V Electrolytic Radial capacitor 1
C6 470 uF 16 V Electrolytic Radial capacitor 1
C7 100 nF Non-polarised Capacitor (104, 0,1uF) 1
IC1 TDA 2002 OR TDA 2003 Sound IC 1
PP3 9 V Battery clip 1
10 cm Mono-screened cable for Signal IN Connection 1
PCB EFK # 1002 1
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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Oscilloscope (analogue/digital)
Analogue/Digital trainer with dual power supply
Multimeter
Side cutters
Wire-stripper
Soldering iron
Helping hands
PCB etching tank or similar
Solder sucker
CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
BATT
+V
+ C5
10 µF 16 V
C1
10 µF 16 V GND C6
Signal + 1 5 470 µF 16 V
+ 4
2 +
- 3
TDA2002V
GND R3
220 Ω
C4 R2
47 nF 47 Ω
R1 C2 C7
100 kΩ 33 pF 100 nF +
LS1
+ -
C3 R4 R5
100 µF 16 V 2,2 Ω 22 Ω
Signal
GND BATT
-V
5 WATT MINI AMPLIFIER GND
[Supplied by RSE Electronics]
OR
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6.2 Practical Project 2: Traffic light
RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
• Oscilloscope (analogue/digital) • 100 kΩ resistor
• Analogue/Digital trainer with dual power supply • 220 Ω resistor x 3
• Electronics multimeter • 22 kΩ resistor x 1
• Soldering iron • LED green x 1
• Helping hands • LED yellow x 1
• PCB etching tank or similar • LED red x 1
• Solder sucker • 1 µF capacitor x 2
• Wire-stripper • 10 µF capacitor x 1
• Side cutters • 470 kΩ variable resistor x 1
• IC NE555
• IC CD 4017
• 1N4007 diode x 6
• PCB 150 x 100 mm
• Solder
• PCB etching chemicals
CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
TRAFFIC LIGHT CIRCUIT
1mF
100K 1mF
8 4 16
7
470K NE 555 3 14 CD 4017 15
22K
6
2 1 5 6 9 11 10 1 2 3 4 7
10mF
220Ω 220Ω 220Ω
GREEN YELLOW RED
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7. CONCLUSION
Upon completion of the practical assessment task learners should be able to demonstrate their
understanding of the industry, enhance their knowledge, skills, values and reasoning abilities, as
well as establish connections to life outside the classroom and address real-world challenges.
Furthermore, the PAT develops learners' life skills and provides opportunities for learners to
engage in their own learning.
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