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Resistor Tolerances and the E24 Standard Series
11th Grade · Technology · UK A-Level
7 lessons
Goal
Select appropriate standard resistor values from the E24 series and calculate worst-case circuit limits under component tolerances.
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Curriculum Framework
11th Grade · Technology · UK A-Level
1
6 lessons
Circuit Schematics and Standard Electronic Symbols
Interpret and draw standard electronic circuit schematics using BS EN conventions for DC systems.
2
7 lessons
Electrical Resistance, Resistors and Ohm's Law
Define electrical resistance, evaluate resistor properties, and analyse current-voltage characteristics in DC circuits.
3
8 lessons
Series and Parallel Resistor Network Analysis
Calculate effective resistance, branch currents, and nodal voltages in series, parallel, and ladder resistor networks.
4
7 lessons
Resistor Tolerances and the E24 Standard Series
Select appropriate standard resistor values from the E24 series and calculate worst-case circuit limits under component tolerances.
5
8 lessons
Kirchhoff's Laws and DC Circuit Analysis
Solve multi-loop and multi-node DC circuits with single power supplies using Kirchhoff's current and voltage laws.
6
7 lessons
Thévenin's Theorem and Equivalent Circuits
Derive and apply Thévenin equivalent circuits to determine load voltages, currents, and maximum power transfer.
7
7 lessons
Wheatstone Bridge Circuits and Balance Conditions
Analyse balanced and out-of-balance Wheatstone bridge circuits for precision measurement and sensor interfacing.