← Progression Step 4 · Ages 11–14
Science & technology
Electronics & Control – Simple Circuits for Products
Use sensors, switches and outputs in a designed product idea.
Curriculum map: Science and Technology AoLE · PS4
Products often combine inputs, process and outputs – think systems.
Systems thinking
Input (switch/sensor) → process (chip/logic) → output (lamp/motor/buzzer).
Design link
Choose components to meet a user need; consider safety and sustainability.
Example: night-light that turns on when dark – what input and output?
Light sensor input; LED output.
Practice
1. Name one input and one output device.
2. Why consider sustainability in D&T?