Electrical and Electronics 10, Electrical 20, 30, Electronics 20, A30, B30
ELEC23A
Module 23A: Resistors A (Core)
Outcome
Examine the purpose and operation of resistors in electronic circuits.
Indicators
(a) Describe the purpose of fixed and variable resistors.
(b) Provide examples of applications of resistors in electronic circuits.
(c) Identify the schematic symbols for fixed and variable resistors.
(d) Compare the features of different types (e.g., carbon, wire wound and metal film) of resistors.
(e) Identify resistor size using colour and/or number codes.
(f) Compare resistor size to wattage values.
(g) Determine equivalent resistance values of resistors that are combined in series, parallel and combination circuits.
(h) Identify components in circuits that offer variable resistance.
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