Electronics Technology 1
Mr. Karasch
William Fremd High School
mkarasch@d211.org

A. DESCRIPTION
    Electronics Technology 1 is an introductory level course that will cover the basics of basic electrical theory, analog and digital circuitry, a variety of common components and their function, soldering, and circuit construction.

B. ORGANIZATION
    This class is presented with both lecture and lab portions.  Much of the class will be devoted to hands-on lab based work.

C. COURSE TOPICS
  1. Electrical Characteristics and Safety
  2. Sources and Circuits
  3. Introduction to Circuits
  4. Instrumentation 1
  5. Ohm's Law
  6. Intro to Digital Logic
  7. Latches and Flip-flops
  8. Encoders and Decoders
  9. Memories
  10. Resistors and Resistance
  11. Alternating Current
  12. Capacitors and Capacitance
  13. Inductors and Inductance
  14. Transformers
  15. Diodes
  16. Transistors
  17. Integrated Circuits
  18. Special Solid-State Devices

D. TEXT AND REQUIRED SUPPLIES
  1. Text: Electricity and Electronics by Gerrish and Dugger
  2. Supplies: Students will need
    1. 1 notebook specifically for this class.  Ideally, it will be a sewn binding quad-rule composition-style notebook. 
Here is an example: http://www.staples.com/Staples-Composition-Notebook-Quadrille-Ruled-Green/product_858198?cmArea=SEARCH

          2.    A scientific calculator
          3.    Students must build 4 projects throughout the year.  The first is predetermined, and will cost $10.00.  The other three projects will be selected by the student and will vary in cost depending on the project chosen. 
                 Some websites to visit to get an idea of possible cost:
                 http://www.chaneyelectronics.com
                 http://www.graymarkint.com/newweb/newweb/cover.htm
                 http://www.gssteched.com/Categories.html

E. ASSESSMENTS
    Students will be evaluated in a number of ways.
    1. Engineer's Notebook
    2. Lab Work
    3. Quizzes
    4. Projects
    5. Final Exam
        1. ENGINEER'S NOTEBOOK
            Students will be required to keep a notebook in class.  They will journal questions everyday, and keep all data from labs, and reflections in the notebook.
        2. LAB WORK
            Students will be working in the electronics lab 3-4 days a week.  All labs must be completed with data and reflections based on the labwork.  Due to lab and material constraints, NO ADDITIONAL TIME can be guaranteed for lab work.  At                 the quarter, the two lowest lab grades will be dropped from the average, so it is in the student's best interest to be present every day.
        3.  QUIZZES
            Regular short quizzes will be given in class.  Quizzes are spontaneous, and may not be made up.  At the quarter, the two lowest quiz grades will be dropped from the average, so it is in the student's best interest to be present every day.
        4.   PROJECTS
            Student-built projects are a quarter-long project, and as such are a major portion of the student's grade.  Students will be graded on craftsmanship, operation of the finished circuit, and knowledge of the circuit's operation.
        5.  FINAL EXAM
            Students will take a cumulative final exam at the end of each semester, accounting for 20% of their final semester grade.

F. CONTACT
    The Applied Technology Office phone number is (847)755-2701.  This is, however, a department-wide voicemail, and is inherently inefficient.  A much better way to contact me is via email at mkarasch@d211.org.

G. SUGGESTIONS FOR SUCCESS
    1.    Ask questions.  There is no better way to tailor your learning experience to exactly what you need.  I welcome almost any question, at almost anytime, so please ask away!
    2.    Keep constant notes in your notebook, and keep your notebook in class unless you need it at home to study.
    3.    Website.  My website http://www.sciencewithmrkarasch.org has all of the notes in PowerPoint format, so that you may go over anything that you didn't fully understand in class.
    4.    Honesty.  Be honest at all times. 
    5.    Have fun!  The use of technology is really fun, and delving into the lab and project work will cement your understanding in the concept of electricity.