Why not complete your electronics badge whilst on this years camp
During the weekend we can teach and test you on the electronics
badge, but you will need to have built at least one electronic
circuit before (either on a previous camp or elsewhere)
Whilst most people will be able to do the construction project, spaces to
be taught and tested on the electronics badge are limited to 20 people, to pre
book to do the electronics badge Email Geoff your name and Scout group.
The requirements for the electronics badge are:
- Show an understanding of components by completing the following three tasks:
- Be able to recognise common electronic components which are shown to them by the assessor. Explain, in simple terms, the functions that they usually perform in electronic circuits.
- Understand the systems used for marking components with their values and be able to identify the values of marked resistors and capacitors. Understand the importance of the rating of a component.
- Know the symbols that are used to represent common components in circuit diagrams. Show how to identify the polarity of a diode and a specific pin number on an integrated circuit.
- Demonstrate a knowledge of safe working practices to be followed when handling electronic components, working on electronic circuits and when soldering.
- Use a multimeter to measure voltage, current and resistance in a simple circuit. Discuss with the assessor the relationship between these values.
- Discuss with the assessor the main differences in operation of digital and analogue circuits.
- Show an understanding of circuits by completing the following two tasks:
- Construct a simple circuit, using custom-made printed circuit board.
- Construct a 2nd & 3rd simple circuit on any type of board
- Explain to the assessor the principles behind the operation of each circuit and the typical values of voltage and current found in each.
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