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Using and staying safe around electricity

Challenge reference: 5522

Active
Notional learning hours
10
Level
Entry 1
Subject area
Science
Preparing for Adulthood pathway
Employment Independent living and housing
Vocational area
Construction
Skills
Ability to learn Problem solving
Learning aim
The learner will understand how a circuit powers an electrical object and the importance of staying safe when using electricity.
Learning context
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Learning outcomes

(What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do)

The learner will:

  • 1 .  

    Identify every day objects which are powered by electricity.

  • 2 .  

    Create a simple circuit to switch on a bulb, buzzer or motor.

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Assessment criteria

(What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome)

The learner can:

  • Identify four every day objects which are mains powered
  • Identify four every day objects which are battery powered
  • Identify the wire, battery and bulb in a simple circuit
  • Create a working circuit to operate a bulb, buzzer or motor
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Assessment methodology

Assessment methodology
Linked to learning outcome
Labelled product, video or photographic evidence
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