In this unit we’ll explore the construction of electric circuits of three types: series, parallel, and compound (mixed.) We’ll perform calculations to evaluate current, voltage, and resistance in these circuits. We’ll also explore electric power, short circuits, grounding, and practical applications of electric circuit technology.
General documents:
Podcasts:
PODCAST 1: Introduction to Circuits, Current, Resistance, and Ohm’s Law
PODCAST 2: Series Circuits
PODCAST 3: Parallel Circuits
PODCAST 4: Compound Circuits
PODCAST 5: Electric Power and Circuit Safety
Labs:
- PhET Circuit Construction Kit for our virtual labs
- PASCO Modular Circuits Ohm’s Law Lab
- PASCO Modular Circuits Series Circuit Lab
- PASCO Modular Circuits Parallel Circuit Lab
