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Introduction to Electrical Technology Illinois CTE Curriculum Revitalization Initiative - Technology & Engineering Education
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Learning Objectives 1. Understand the difference between electrical technology and electronic technology. 2. Identify science and mathematical concepts applied in electrical technology.
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Terms to Know Alternating current (AC) Direct current (DC)Power Circuits Electrical technology Ratio Conduction Electronic technology Resistance ConductorMagnetismSemiconductor CurrentOhm’s LawVoltage
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WHAT PROBLEM DOES THIS TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM SOLVE? HOW DOES THE FLASHLIGHT ASSIST PEOPLE IN SOLVING A PROBLEM OR EXTENDING HUMAN CAPACITY? Flashlight – A Technology System
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Objective 1 Understand the difference between electrical technology and electronic technology. What is the difference between electrical technology and electronic technology?
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Electrical vs. Electronic Technology Electrical Technology The technology of producing, storing, controlling, transmitting and getting work from electrical energy Example applications: Power plant generator Flashlight Electric motor in a can opener Doorbell Electric heater Hair dryer
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Electrical vs. Electronic Technology Electronic Technology The technology of using small amounts of electricity for controlling, detecting and information collecting, storing, retrieving, processing and communicating Example Applications: Thermostat for controlling temperature Metal detector Videotape recorder Computer Pocket calculator Telephone Radio Television
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Objective 2 Identify science and mathematical concepts applied to electrical technology. What are some science and mathematical concepts that are applied in electrical technology?
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Math and Science in Electrical Technology Resistance – the opposition of the flow of electrical systems Conduction – the transmission of heat, sound or electricity through matter Conductor – a material containing many free electrons that move through the material easily Semiconductor – a material whose electrical conductivity can be precisely altered by manufacturing processes
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Math and Science in Electrical Technology Current - the total amount of electrons flowing through a circuit per unit time Alternating current (AC) – a current that periodically reverses its direction of flow Direct current (DC) – a current flowing in one direction Voltage – the force that moves electrons Power - the rate of doing work or the rate of transferring energy
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Math and Science in Electrical Technology Circuits – complete paths of electric current including the source of electrical energy Electric circuits provide a means of transferring and using electrical energy to produce heat, light and sound as well as chemical changes. Magnetism – the property of some materials to attract or repel others
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Math and Science in Electrical Technology Ohm’s Law – the linear relationship between voltage and current through an electrical device Named after Georg Ohm (1787 – 1854), German physicist Mathematical equation: I = V/R I = current V = voltage R = resistance Ratio – the relationship in quantity, amount or size between two or more things
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