Basic Electricity
- Define voltage, amps, and watts
- Perform simple electrical calculations
- Understand the function of a circuit
Tool Skills
- Practice using basic hand tools
- Understand the purpose and correct use of a digital multimeter
Solar Suitcase Assembly
- Assemble a physical system and use it to trace the pathways of energy flow
- Use detailed, technical instructions
- Predict the outcome of circuit testing
Wiring Electrical Systems
- Draw electrical circuits
- Learn the operation and proper use of electrical components
Solar Electric System Design
- Define a need and create a system to address it
- Conduct load analysis
- Calculate system requirements
- Select appropriate system components
- Diagram system
Data Logging & Troubleshooting
- Read and understand charge controller data
- Learn the effect of angle, orientation, and shading of a panel
Next-Generation Science Standards Alignment
Next-Generation Science Standards Alignment
- HS-PS3-2
Design, build, and refine a device that works within given constraints to convert one form of energy into another form of energy. - HS-ETS1-1
Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants. - HS-ETS1-2
Design a solution to a complex real-world program by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems that can be solved through engineering.
