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ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
(DIGITAL ELECTRONICS)
GUIDELINES FOR
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT TASKS
GRADE 12
2020
These guidelines consist of 50 pages.
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TABLE OF CONTENT
PAGE
1. INTRODUCTION/BACKGROUND 3
2. TEACHER GUIDELINES 4
2.1 How to administer PAT 4
2.2 How to mark/assess PAT 4
2.3 PAT Assessment Management Plan 5
2.4 Moderation of PATs 6
2.5 Consequences of absence/non-submission of tasks 6
2.6 Simulations 7
2.7 Projects 7
2.8 Working Mark Sheet 8
3. LEARNER GUIDELINES 9
3.1 Instructions to Learners 10
3.2 Declaration of Authenticity 10
4. SIMULATIONS 11
4.1 Simulation 1: 741 op-amp and 555 IC 11
4.2 Simulation 2: 741 op-amp Schmitt trigger and summing amplifier circuit 16
4.3 Simulation 3: 741 bi-stable multivibrator 21
4.4 Simulation 4: Connect a 7-segment display to a 4-bit
BCD 7-segment driver 30
4.5 Simulation 5: RS latch and PICAXE flow diagram 34
5. SECTION B: DESIGN AND MAKE 38
5.1 Design and make: Part 1 39
5.2 Assessment of the design and make phase: Part 1 41
5.3 Design and make: Part 2 43
5.4 Assessment of design and make phase: Part 2 44
6. PROJECTS
6.1 Practical project (Electronics): Traffic light 45
6.2 Practical project (Digital Electronics): Cellphone detector 46
6.3 Programmable buggy 48
7. CONCLUSION 50
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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
2020 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.
Plastic and metal enclosures are acceptable.
The enclosure should be accessible for scrutiny inside.
Lids that are secured with screws are preferred.
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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.
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.
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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 for
PAT 2020 the simulations for 2020. Identifies shortages in tools, equipment
and consumable items for simulations that must be procured in
2020
SMT – Receives procurement requests from teachers and
processes payments for the acquisition of required items
January–March Simulations 1 Teacher – Copies and hands out simulations
2020 and 2 Learners – Complete simulations
Teacher – Assesses simulations
HOD – Checks if tasks have been completed and marked by the
teacher before the holiday
January 2020 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
February 2020 PAT project – Teacher – Ensures that there is secure storage for PAT projects
learners Teacher – Hands out and takes in PAT projects
commence with Teacher – Includes practical sessions for learners to complete the
project 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–June Moderation of District subject facilitator/subject specialist will visit the school and
2020 Simulations 1 moderate Simulation 1 and 2
and 2 10% of learners' work is moderated
April–June Simulations 3 Teacher – Copies and hands out simulations
2020 and 4 Learners – Complete simulations
Teacher – Assesses simulations
HOD – Checks if tasks have been completed and marked by the
teacher before the holiday
April–June PAT project – Teacher – Ensures that there is secure storage for PAT projects
2020 learners Teacher – Hands out and takes in PAT projects
continue with Teacher – Includes practical sessions for learners to complete the
project 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 the
2020 intervention project during this holiday.
July–August Moderation of District subject facilitator/subject specialist will visit the school and
2020 Simulations 3 moderate Simulations 3 and 4 – different learners from the previous
and 4 term
10% of learners' work is moderated
July–August PAT project – Teacher – Ensures that there is secure storage for PAT projects
2020 completion Teacher – Hands out and takes in PAT projects
Teacher – Completes the PAT project with learners and compiles
the PAT file
Learners – Complete 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 2020 moderation specialists from the province and learners are available to
demonstrate skills
10% of learners are moderated randomly
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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.
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.
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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.
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 Mark sheet
(A working Excel file is provided with this PAT)
PAT Mark Sheet Term 1 Term 2 Project Total =
Mark out of 100 Moderated Mark
Term1 +
Term 2 +
Design Design Project
Simulation Simulation Simulation Simulation and and
1 2 3 4 Make Make 250
Part 1 Part 2
No. Name of Learner 40 40 40 40 70 20
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 2020 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 (2020)
Learner Name:
Class:
School:
Specialisation: DIGITAL ELECTRONICS
Complete 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 learner
The practical assessment task counts 25% of your final promotion mark.
All work produced by you must be your own effort. Group work and co-operative work is
not allowed.
The practical assessment task must be completed over three quarters.
The PAT file must contain 4 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.
This document must be placed inside your PAT file together with the other evidence.
Learners with identical photos will be penalised and receive zero for that section
3.2 Declaration of Authenticity (COMPULSORY)
Declaration: I herewith declare that the work represented in
this evidence 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: 741 Op-Amp and 555 IC
Name of learner:
Mark
Class: Date Completed: 40
Date Assessed: Assessor Signature:
Date Moderated: Moderator Signature:
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 1A: Construct a circuit using the 741 op-amp.
REQUIRED RESOURCES:
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
Analogue/Digital trainer 1 x LM741 IC
Analogue/Digital oscilloscope 1 x 1 KΩ resistor
Function generator 1 x 10 KΩ resistor
Variable DC power supply Connecting wires
Side cutters
Wire stripper
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PROCEDURE:
1. Construct the circuit as in FIGURE 1.1 on the breadboard.
Learner was able to Learner was able to Learner was able to construct
construct a minimum part construct a part of the the circuit correctly without
of the circuit correctly circuit correctly without assistance
without assistance assistance
1 3 4 (4)
R2
1K
7
3 5
6
LM741
2
1
1V – 1KHz
4
R3 RL
100E 10K
Rf 10K
R1
1K
FIGURE 1.1
2. Connect the function generator between ground and Vin. (1)
3. Connect channel 1 to the input and channel 2 to the output.
4. Set the function generator to give a sine wave output. (1)
5. Adjust the function generator to 1 000 Hz (1 kHz) at a voltage of 1 V peak. (1)
6. Switch on the power to the circuit and observe the input and output waveforms.
7. Draw the input and output waveforms.
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INPUT WAVEFORM
(3)
OUTPUT WAVEFORM
(3)
QUESTIONS
1. Calculate the gain of the amplifier with the given resistor values. (3)
2. State how the gain of the amplifier will be affected if the feedback resistor is halved. (2)
Learner did not do any Learner did housekeeping Learner did housekeeping
housekeeping duties after being reminded without being reminded
1 2 3 (3)
Subtotal – Activity 1A [21]
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Activity 1B: Construct a clock pulse circuit using the 555 IC
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.
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 KΩ resistor
Side cutters 1 x 100 KΩ pre-set POT
Wire stripper 1 x 10 µF (electrolytic capacitor 16 V)
Connecting wires
PROCEDURE
1. Construct the circuit, as in FIGURE 1.2, on the breadboard.
Learner was able to Learner was able to 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)
+9V
R1
10K
8 4
7 V+ RST
DISCHARGE
VR1 3
6
100K THR
555 OUT
2 TRIGGER
GND
1 5
R2
470E
SCOPE
SCOPE CH2
CH1
C1
D
10µF
SCOPE
CH1
-9V
FIGURE 1.2
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2. Connect channel 2 of the oscilloscope to the output.
3. Switch the power on to the circuit and observe the output waveform on the
oscilloscope as well as the LED.
4. Draw the output waveforms observed on the oscilloscope on the grid provided.
OUTPUT WAVEFORM
(3)
QUESTIONS
1. List the components responsible for the frequency of the output. (3)
2. Calculate the charging time for the circuit using the given components.
(3)
1 2 3
Learner did not do any Learner did housekeeping Learner did housekeeping
housekeeping duties after being reminded without being reminded
The learner failed to get The learner was able to set The learner was able to set
the output wave on the the oscilloscope and 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)
[19]
Subtotal: Activity 1A (21)
Subtotal: Activity 1B (19)
Total: Simulation 1 (40)
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4.2 Simulation 2: 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:
PURPOSE
Construct a simple circuit using the using a 741 op-amp to build a Schmidt trigger circuit and
a summing amplifier circuit and display output waveforms on an oscilloscope.
Activity 2A: Construct a Schmidt trigger circuit using the 741 op-amp.
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 k resistor
Variable DC power supply 1 x 2k2 resistor (pre-set POT)
Side cutters 1 x 100 k resistor
Wire stripper 1 x 1M
1 x LED
Connecting wires
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PROCEDURE
1. Construct the circuit, as in FIGURE 3.1, on the breadboard.
Learner was able to Learner was able to 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)
+9V
Note that the scope
R1
1K must be set to DC.
VR1 2 7
-
2K2 6
741
3
+
CH 2 4
R3
470E
R2
1K
-9V
Rf
100K D1
R Hysteresis
CH 1 Resistor
FIGURE 3.1
2. Adjust the potentiometer, while observing the output voltage.
The output switches to a HIGH when Vin is ________V and to low when Vin
is________V.
The hysteresis is _______V. (3)
3. Replace the 100k resistor with 10 k. Adjust the input potentiometer slowly.
4. 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 input voltage is ______V and (1)
to low at ________V.
The hysteresis is ________V. (2)
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5. Replace the hysteresis resistor with 1 M.
The output now switches to a HIGH at _________V and to a LOW at _____ V. (2)
The hysteresis is ________V. (1)
Remove the hysteresis resistor and adjust the potentiometer slowly
6. CONCLUSION:
(3)
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housekeeping duties after being reminded without being reminded
1 2 4 (4)
[21]
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ACTIVITY 2B: Constructing a summing amplifier circuit using the 741 op amp
REQUIRED RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
Analogue/Digital trainer 6 x 1k resistors
Analogue/Digital oscilloscope 4 x 10 k resistors
Function generator 1 x 2k7 resistor
Variable DC power supply 3 x 2k2 variable POTs
Wire-stripper 1 x LM 741 IC
Side cutters Connecting wires
PROCEDURE
1. Construct the circuit, as in FIGURE 3.2, on the breadboard.
Learner was able to Learner was able to 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)
+9V
R1 R2 R2
1K 1K 1K
R7
VR3
2K2
10K
R8 R10
VR2
2K2
10K 10K
R9
VR1 2 7
2K2 -
10K 741 6
3
+
4
R2 R4 R6
1K 1K 1K
Rf
-9V R3
V
470E
100K
Hysteresis
Resistor
R
FIGURE 3.2
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2. Use the 2k2 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.
3. Vout
V1 + V2 + V3 =
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)
4 CONCLUSION:
(5)
Learner did not do any Learner did housekeeping Learner did housekeeping
housekeeping duties after being reminded without being reminded
1 2 4 (4)
[19]
Subtotal: Activity 2A (21)
Subtotal: Activity 2B (19)
Total: Simulation 2 [40]
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4.3 Simulation 3: 741 bi-stable multivibrator
Name of learner:
Mark:
Class: Date completed: 40
Date assessed: Assessor signature:
Date moderated: Moderator signature:
PURPOSE
To study the 741 bi-stable multivibrator as a practical circuit.
To build a bi-stable multivibrator with the 741 op-amp.
To compare the theory learned in class with the actual circuit.
RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
Experiment board 1 x 741 op-amp dip8
Voltmeter 1 x 560 Ω resistor
Dual power supply 9 V 0–9 V 3 x 1 kΩ resistors
Side cutters 2 x 470 Ω resistors
Long-nose pliers 1 x 10 µF capacitor
Wire stripper 1 x red LED
1 x green LED
2 x push button/tactile switches
Connecting wires
PROCEDURE
1. Build the circuit diagram in FIGURE 3.1 on your experiment board. After you switch on
the circuit press switch (SW1).
Connect channel 1 of the oscilloscope to pin2 of the 741 IC.
Connect channel 2 of the oscilloscope to pin 6 of the 741 IC.
Set the T/div setting to 1s/div and answer the questions that follow.
Take note of the polarity of the input pulses, output signal and which LED is ON.
+9 V
SW 1
C1
10 uF
2 7
R3 6
1 kΩ 741
3
4 RF R2
1 kΩ 470 Ω
R5
R4 1 kΩ
560 Ω LED2
R1 Green
SW 2 470 Ω
LED1
-9 V Red
FIGURE 3.1: 741 BISTABLE MULTIVIBRATOR
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OBSERVATIONS
2. Press switches S1 and S2 respectively. Write down the polarity of the input pulses and
output when the switches are pressed. (4)
Polarity of input pulse Polarity of output signal
S1
S2
3. Which LED is ON when S1 is pressed? Motivate why. (3)
4. Which LED is ON when S2 is pressed? Motivate why. (3)
5. Explain why this circuit is known as a bi-stable multivibrator. Refer to the input signals,
its polarity, the output signal, its polarity and the time that the circuit remains in each
state. (5)
Subtotal: Activity 3A [15]
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Facet sheet 3A: 741 Bi-stable multivibrator
MAXIMUM
LEARNER
FACET 1 FACET 2 FACET 3 FACET 4 POSSIBLE
MARK
MARKS
Collect instruments – Collect hand
ID components correctly Collect PSU/Mini Trainer
Prepare for the Simulation multimeter tools 4/2 = 2
(1) (1)
(1) (1)
Use long-nose pliers Use wire stripper
Use side cutters correctly
Hand Tools correctly correctly 3/3 = 1
(1)
(1) (1)
Preparation for Insertion of Set supply voltage
Check the pinout of the 741 IC
Components into correctly at +9V 0V -9V 2/2=1
(1)
Breadboard. (1)
Correct Connection on Correct connection of 741 IC Polarity and connection of Polarity of both LEDs –
Breadboard – Nodes and to supply switches - correct correct 6/2=3
Polarity (2) (2) (2)
S2 is pressed - LED 2
S1 is pressed – LED 1 (red) ON
Circuit Is Working Correct (green) ON 2/2=1
(1)
(1)
Cleaning the working area after Replace tools in correct
Housekeeping the experiment places after work 2/2 = 1
(1) (1)
Observing safety before being Observing safety after
Safety reminded being reminded 2/2 = 1
(2) (1)
SUBTOTAL FACET 3A 10
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SIMULATION 3B: 555 IC Astable multivibrator
PURPOSE:
Construct a simple circuit using the 555 IC to build a clock pulse generator (astable
multivibrator) and display output waveforms on an oscilloscope
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
Side cutters 1 x 10 KΩ resistor
Wire stripper 1 x 100 KΩ pre-set POT
1 x 10 µF (electrolytic capacitor 16 V)
Connecting wires
PROCEDURE
1. Construct the circuit on the breadboard as in FIGURE 3.2.
Connect channel 1 of the oscilloscope across C1.
Connect channel 2 of the oscilloscope to pin 3 of the 555 IC.
Switch ON the circuit and observe.
Answer the questions that follow.
+9V
R1
10K
8 4
7 V+ RST
DISCHARGE
VR1 3
6
100K THR
555 OUT
2 TRIGGER
GND
1 5
R2
470E
SCOPE
SCOPE CH2
CH1
C1
D
10µF
SCOPE
CH1
-9V
FIGURE 3.2
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2. Draw the output waveform observed on the oscilloscope on the grid provided.
V/Div:___________ (Ch 1)
V/Div:___________ (Ch 2)
T/Div: ___________
NOTE:
1 mark for each correctly drawn
waveform.
1 mark for the oscilloscope settings.
(3)
QUESTIONS:
3. List the components responsible for the frequency of the output. (3)
1 2 3
Learner was able to Learner was able to Learner was able to
construct a minimum part construct a part of the construct the whole
of the circuit correctly circuit correctly without circuit correctly without
with assistance assistance assistance
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 managed to get the
output wave after the output wave without the
assistance from the assistance of the teacher
teacher
Learner did not do any Learner did Learner did
housekeeping duties housekeeping after being housekeeping without
reminded being reminded (9)
[15]
Subtotal: Activity 3A (15)
Subtotal: Facet sheet 3A (10)
Subtotal: Activity 3B (15)
TOTAL SIMULATION 3 [40]
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This simulation is an OPTION to do in the place of simulation 3A.
SIMULATION 3C: 741 op-amp as a non-inverting amplifier
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 1A: Construct a circuit using the 741 op-amp.
REQUIRED RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
Analogue/Digital trainer 1 x LM741 IC
Analogue/Digital oscilloscope 2 x 1 kΩ resistor
Function generator 2 x 10 kΩ resistor
Dual power supply 9V 0 -9V 1 x 5 kΩ resistor
Side cutters Connecting wires
Wire stripper
PROCEDURE:
1. Construct the circuit, as in FIGURE 1.1, on the breadboard.
Set the function generator to give a sine wave output of 1 V peak at a frequency
of 1 000 Hz (1 kHz).
Connect channel 1 of the oscilloscope to pin 3 of the 741 IC.
Connect channel 2 of the oscilloscope across RL (pin 6).
Switch on the power to the circuit and observe the input and output waveforms.
Draw the input and output waveforms.
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R2
1K
7
3 5
6
LM741
2
1
1V – 1KHz
4
R3 RL
100E 10K
Rf 10K
R1
1K
FIGURE 2.1: NON INVERTING AMPLIFIER
2. Draw the output waveform observed on the oscilloscope on the grid provided.
V/Div:___________ (Ch 1)
V/Div:___________ (Ch 2)
T/Div: ___________
NOTE:
1 mark for each correctly drawn
waveform.
1 mark for the oscilloscope
settings.
(3)
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QUESTIONS:
1. Calculate the gain of the amplifier with the given resistor values. (3)
2. Measure the voltages across R1, RF and RL: (3)
VR1
VRF
VRL
3. Replace RF with a 5 kΩ resistor. (3)
VR1
VRF
VRL
4. How did this change affect the output of the amplifier? Motivate your answer. (3)
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Facet sheet 3C: 741 non-inverting op-amp
MAXIMUM
LEARNER
FACET 1 FACET 2 FACET 3 FACET 4 POSSIBLE
MARK
MARKS
Collect instruments – Collect Hand
ID components correctly Collect PSU/Mini Trainer
Prepare for the Simulation multimeter Tools 4/2 = 2
(1) (1)
(1) (1)
Use long-nose pliers Use wire stripper
Use side cutters correctly
Hand Tools correctly correctly 3/3 = 1
(1)
(1) (1)
Set supply voltage
Preparation for Insertion of
Check the pinout of the 741 IC correctly at
Components into 2/2=1
(1) +9V 0V -9V
Breadboard. (1)
Correct Connection on Correct connection of 741 IC Measurement across R1,
Breadboard – Nodes and to supply RF and RL 3
Polarity (2) (1)
Vout is not inverted with Vout is not inverted with
Circuit Is Working Correct RF= 10 kΩ RF= 5 kΩ 2/2=1
(1) (1)
Cleaning the working area after
Replacing tools after work
Housekeeping the experiment 2/2 = 1
(1)
(1)
Observing safety before being Observing safety after
Safety reminded being reminded 2/2 = 1
(2) (1)
TOTAL 10
Subtotal: Activity 3C (15)
Subtotal: Facet sheet 3C (10)
Subtotal: Activity 3B (15)
TOTAL Simulation 3 [40]
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4.4 Simulation 4: Connect a 7-segment display to a 4-bit BCD 7-segment driver
Name of learner:
Mark:
Class: Date completed: 40
Date assessed: Assessor signature:
Date moderated: Moderator signature:
PURPOSE:
Construct a simple circuit to connect a 7-segment display to a 4-bit BCD 7-segment display
driver.
Activity 4A : Connect a 7-segment display to a 4-bit BCD 7-segment driver.
RESOURCES:
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
Analogue/Digital trainer 4 x LEDs
Breadboard 4 x 390 ῼ resistors
Variable DC power supply 7 x 1k resistors
Side cutters CD4511 IC
Breadboard Wire CD4518B IC
5 x SPST switches
7-segment display
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PROCEDURE
Construct the circuit as in FIGURE 4.1 below:
b c
7-SEGMENT
a g d
DISPLAY
f e
1K each resistor
13 12 11 10 9 15 14
a b c d e f g
SW3
CD4511
SW4
D C B A
6 2 1 7
6 5 4 3
Q4A Q3A Q2A Q1A
D1 D2 D3 D4
CD4518B
CKA ENA CKA
Res
etA
R1 R2 R3 R4
GND1 GND2 GND3 GND4
CLK SW1 SW2 GND
FIGURE 4.1
An alternative circuit can be used.
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FACET SHEET 8: Connect a 7-segment display to a 4-bit BCD 7-segment driver
MAXIMUM
LEARNER
FACET 1 FACET 2 FACET 3 FACET 4
POSSIBL
E MARKS MARK
Collect
Identify components correctly Collect PSU/MiniTrainer Collect hand tools
Prepare for the Simulation instruments – 4
(1)
oscilloscope
Use side cutters correctly
Hand Tools Use wire stripper correctly 2/2 = 1
Preparation for Insertion of Check the datasheet Set supply voltage correct at
Components into on the ICs +9 V 2
Breadboard. (1) (1)
8 nodes for correct connection 20 nodes for correct
Correct Connection on
of CB4518B IC connection of CD4511 IC and
Breadboard – Nodes and
(8/2 = 4) the 7-segment display
Polarity (20/2 = 10) 14
Cleaning the working area after Replace tools in the correct
Housekeeping the experiment places after work 2
(1) (1)
Observing safety before being Observing safety after being
Safety reminded reminded 2
(2) (1)
Total 25
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Activity 4B
Conduct the following steps and answer the questions in the space provided.
IC CD4185 GIVEN CODE 7-SEGMENT DISPLAY
a Which number is displayed on
7-segment display if the binary number
0111 is illuminated on the output LED's
of the counter? (3)
b Which number is displayed on
7-segment display if the binary number
1000 is illuminated on the output LED's
of the counter? (3)
c Which number is displayed on
7-segment display if the binary number
1001 is illuminated on the output LED's
of the counter? (3)
d Which number is displayed on
7-segment display if the binary number
0011 is illuminated on the output LED's
of the counter? (3)
e Which number is displayed on
7-segment display if the binary number
0101 is illuminated on the output LED's
of the counter?
(3)
(15)
Subtotal: Activity 4A 25
Subtotal: Activity 4B 15
Total: Simulation 4 40
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4.5 Simulation 5: RS latch and PICAXE flow diagram
Name of learner:
Mark
Class: Date Completed: 40
Date Assessed: Assessor Signature:
Date Moderated: Moderator Signature:
PURPOSE
To study the RS latch as a practical circuit.
To compare the theory learned in class with the actual circuit.
To build a RS latch.
Activity 5 A: Construction of the RS latch.
REQUIRED RESOURCES
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
Experiment board 74L500 IC
Voltmeter Toggle switches x 2
Dual power supply 9V-0- 9V 1 kΩ resistor x 2
Dual power supply 5V-0- 5V 220 Ω resistor x 2
Side cutters 1 x red and 1 x green LED
Wire stripper Connecting wires
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CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
Construct the circuit, as in FIGURE 6.1, on the breadboard. After you switch on the circuit,
press the set switch. You will be assessed with the rubric below
1kΩ 220Ω
1 3
S 2
Q
4
6
5
Q
R
1kΩ 220Ω
FIGURE 6.1: CIRCUIT DIAGRAM OF A RS LATCH
RUBRIC
Level descriptor Mark
1 2 3 5 obtained
The learner The learner The learner did The leaner
could not identified the build the circuit managed to
identify the correct after the identify the
correct components assistance of the correct
components but could not teacher components and
build the build the circuit
circuit on the without the
breadboard assistance of the
teacher
The learner The learner The learner The learner
could not use managed to managed to use managed to use
the calibrate the instruments the instruments
measuring instruments and managed to and managed to
instruments after the get ONE reading get all the
assistance of required after the readings required
the teacher assistance of the without the
teacher assistance of the
teacher
(10)
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OBSERVATIONS:
1. Press the reset and set switches. Write down your observations. (3)
2. Press both reset and set switches simultaneously. Write down your observation (3)
3. Complete the truth table based on the operation of the circuit you have constructed
INPUTS OUTPUTS
S R Q Q
0 0
0 1
1 0
1 1 (4)
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 with the rubric below.
Level descriptor
Mark obtained
0 2 3 5
The candidate The candidate The candidate The candidate
did not do any did do house- did do did house-
house-keeping. keeping after housekeeping, keeping on
the teacher but only tidy up his/her own
reminded the his/her own and help to tidy
candidate. workplace and up the entire
did not help in workshop.
cleaning the
rest of the
workshop. (5)
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PICAXE
PURPOSE
To test knowledge of flow diagrams and PICAXE.
Activity 6B: Using PICAXE draw a flowchart of a control system for counting cars entering
and leaving a car park using two digital sensors. (15)
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5. SECTION B – DESIGN AND MAKE
Design and Make Project
Time: January to August 2020
Learner Name:
School:
Class:
Title/Type of Project:
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
The learner MUST fill in this checklist for the teacher BEFORE marking of that section takes
place!
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 and add it after this page.
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
5.1.5 Evidence of prototyping
Take photographs of the working prototype on the breadboard using a digital
camera or cellphone and insert it here. Add your name on the photograph.
Add the pictures after this page.
5.1.6 PCB design
Design a printed circuit board layout for the circuit you are going to build.
Print it out and attach after this page.
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5.2 Assessment of the Design and Make Phase: Part 1
Achieved = 1
Mark Not achieved =
NO. FACET DESCRIPTION
Circuit Diagram
1. The circuit diagram was drawn using EGD equipment. 1
2. The circuit diagram was drawn using CAD/any electronic 1
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 / title. 1
7. The circuit diagram has a frame and title block. 1
(EGD 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 sub circuits in the circuit diagram and component list 1
are included in the description.
13. Purposes of sub circuits 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
PCB Design
22. Printed Circuit Board design is included in the PAT file. 1
23. PCB Design is made using a CAD approach. 3
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 learner's name is etched onto the circuit design. 1
30. The PCB is tinned neatly. 1
31. The soldered PCB, solder side, is covered with a clear 1
protective coating (Plastic 70/clear lacquer).
32. Holes are drilled neatly and are aligned in the middle of the 1
pads on the PCB.
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Achieved = 1
Mark Not achieved =
NO. FACET DESCRIPTION
33. Mounting holes of the PCB are drilled symmetrically. 1
34. All burrs are removed. 1
35. The PCB is cut neatly/squarely and edges are filed neatly. 1
36. Axial and radial components are placed neatly and flush with 1
the board.
37. Component orientation are aligned between similar 1
components (e.g. the gold band of all resistors are placed on
the same side).
38. Soldered components – leads are cut off, flush and neat on 2
the solder side.
39. More than 60% of the solder joints are shiny (not dry joints). 2
40. Wire insulation is stripped to the correct length (no extra 2
copper showing).
41. Wiring is long enough to allow for dismantling and inspection. 1
42. Wiring is wrapped neatly. 1
43. A power switch is included and fitted to the enclosure. 2
44. A fuse/protection is included and fitted correctly where 2
applicable.
45. Wiring entering/exiting the enclosure is provided with a 2
grommet/applicable fittings/sockets where applicable.
46. Batteries are mounted using a battery housing/mounting 1
bracket and battery clip (NO double-sided tape).
47. The project has a pilot light/LED installed in the enclosure 1
showing when the circuit is operational. (Switch is on – must
go out when fuse is blown.)
48. 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 totals adjusted accordingly.
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5.3 Design and Make: Part 2
5.3.1 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.
Add your drawings after this page.
Use colour to enhance your drawing.
5.3.2 Manufacture the enclosure neatly according to your design.
You may use pre-cut panels from metal, wood and or perspex/
plexiglass. You must, however, construct/assemble these parts.
Injection moulded enclosures are also acceptable. It is important that
your enclosure and the placement of the parts align with your design.
5.3.3 Choose a name for your device.
Write down the name of the device below.
5.3.4 Design a unique logo for your device, as well as a specification plate and
attach it after this page. [20]
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5.4 Assessment of the Design-and-Make-Phase: Part 2
Achieved = 1
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 and specification plate design is in the PAT 2
document.
Subtotal (7 marks max.)
Enclosure Manufacturing
7. Enclosure matches the design. 1
– Dimensions and placement correlate.
8. Name of the device is attached on the enclosure. 1
9. The logo design is attached on the enclosure. 1
10. The logo design on the enclosure is durable and not merely a 1
paper pasted on the enclosure (painted/used decoupage/screen
printed/sublimation printed).
11. The enclosure is manufactured from scratch/pre-cut 3
parts.
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 inside 1
the enclosure. (NO double-sided tape, Prestik, glue, chewing
gum, masking tape, etc.)
Subtotal (13 marks max.)
TOTAL
(PART 2 = 20 marks)
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6. PROJECTS
6.1 Practical Project (Electronics):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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6.2 Practical Project (Digital Electronics): Cellphone detector
Cellphones are widely used in the world. While people have to be connected to one another,
there are situations or places where the usage has to be prohibited, either due to security
reasons or because it may be a health hazard. Cellphone detection has been under investigation
for a long time. There are techniques that have been formulated or proposed on how to detect
cellphones. Most of them use features such as the audio system, RF system and common
materials of the cellphone to try and look into how it can be used to detect mobile phones. This
project utilises the RF system of the cellphone as the feature to detect its presence. A circuit that
detects signals of the range 0,9 GHz to 3 GHz is used to detect a cellphone when in use. When
the signal is detected, an LED blinks to indicate the usage of a cellphone within a radius
of 1,5 metres.
It is therefore a reality that mobile usage in some places must be prohibited. Due to the privacy
laws that limit the use of cellphone jammers, cellphone detectors must be designed and installed
so that in case a person gets into such places with a cellphone, they can be notified and either
be told to switch it off or to remove it. The effectiveness of cellphone detectors is that they
continually scan for the presence and usage of cellphones and sound an alarm to notify the user
or security personnel.
This project is limited to the detection of a cellphone that is in use: on call, communication via
SMS and internet access. The detection of cellphones that are on standby mode, switched off or
on airplane mode will not be included in this project.
TOOLS/INSTRUMENTS MATERIALS
Oscilloscope (analogue/digital) Op amp CA3130
Analogue/Digital trainer with dual power supply 2,2 M resistor (2)
Electronics multimeter 100 K resistor (1)
Soldering iron 1 K resistor (3)
Helping hands 100 nF capacitor (4)
PCB etching tank or similar 22 pF capacitor (2)
Solder sucker 100 uF capacitor
Wire-stripper Breadboard
Side cutters 9 volt battery
Battery connector
LED
Transistor BC547
Transistor BC557
Connecting wires
Buzzer
Antenna
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R4
1K
R1
2.2M 7 8 R6
Q2
BC557
3 + 1K
R3 B1
Q1 9V
1
C5 BC547
2 -
100µF 1K
C2 5
4 1
100nF
R5
2.2M
C4
100µF R2
100K
D1
C3 C7
LED-BLUE BUZ1
C1 100nF 22pF
100µF C6
22pF
CELLPHONE DETECTOR CIRCUIT
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6.3 Programmable Buggy
K1-K4 is responsible for inputs for forward and backward movement of the buggy. K5 is the OK
button. When the buggy is switched on, The red LED will be on and the buggy is ready to be
programmed.
(K1 = Turn right, K2 = Turn left, K3 = Reverse, K4 = Forward) When the buggy is ready, the
green LED will flash. This means the instructions entered are valid. After the program is set,
press K5 = OK button to execute all instructions. The buggy can accept up to 30 input
commands at a time. When the commands are executed, the green and red LEDs will emit
simultaneously.
CIRCUIT
R4 Q4 R3 R8 R7
82 Ω 8050D 82 Ω 82 Ω Q12 82 Ω
Q5 8550D Q10
R6 8050D R5 R10 8550D R9
1 kΩ M1+ 1 kΩ 1 kΩ M2+ 1 kΩ
Q15 Q14
Q9 9014
M1- M2- 9014
9014
Q6 Q13
8050D 8050D
Q7 Q12
8050D 8050D
M1+
IC
1 14
OUT 1 OUT 2
2 CN OUT 3
13
3 K5 OUT 4
12
CONFIRM 4 VDD GND
11
LED 1 K5
5 10
K4 CN
6 K3 K2
9
TURN RIGHT
K4 7 CN K1
8
DIP 14
TURN LEFT
R2 K3
560 Ω
BACKWARD
K1
VDD
LED 2 3V
FORWARD C2 + C1
K2 +
100 µF 100 µF
10 V 10 V
R1 S1
560 Ω
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RESOURCES
NO. POSITION ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY
1 IC IC LGW-17368-SCH02 1
/NY8A053BP14
2 C1,C2 Capacitor 100 µF 10 V (size 5X7 mm) 2
3 R5,R6,R9,R10 Resistor 1 kΩ - ¼ W 4
4 R3,R4,R7,R8 Resistor 82 Ω - ¼ W 4
5 R1,R2 Resistor 560 Ω - ¼ W 2
6 Q8,Q9,Q14,Q15 Transistor 9014C 4
7 Q4,Q5,Q10,Q11 Transistor 8550D 4
8 Q6,Q7,Q12,Q13 Transistor 8050D 4
9 LED1 LED 5 mm YELLOW COLOR 1
10 LED2 LED 5 mm RED COLOR 1
11 K1,K2,K3,K4,K5 Tact Switch 6 x 6 x 5 mm 5
12 S1 On/Off Switch 8 mm 1
13 MOT 1, MOT 2 Gear Box Sped rate: 1/120 Straight Shape 2
14 BH-3V Battery holder AA x 2 : 58 x 34 mm. 1
15 M+ Wire 3+50+3 red 2
16 M- Wire 3+50+3 black 2
17 W1 Univ. Wheel 37x17x10 mm 1
18 Plast. Wheel 37x15 mm 2
19 Gear box Screw Round head PM 3x25 mm 4
20 Battery Holder Screw Flat head KM 3x6 mm 2
21 Univ. Wheel Screw Round head PB 2 3x6x D=4 4
22 Screw Meson Head PWA 7x5 mm W5 1
23 M3 Screw nut M3 6
24 Gear Box Support Plastic A 26 x 10 x 10 mm 2
25 Gear Box Support Plastic B 26 x 10 x 7 mm 2
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7. CONCLUSION
On 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. The PAT furthermore develops learners' life skills and provides opportunities for
learners to engage in their own learning.
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