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STEM: Electrical Engineering & Circuit Design
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Ages 12-18
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5 pre-recorded lessons
5 weeks of teacher support
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1 hour per week. Projects are optional in this class! We use and Arduino student kit and various electronic tools in the class. If students choose to pursue projects on their own they can purchase and experiment with anything from an Elegoo Uno Project Kit on Amazon to a Arduino Starter Kit.Grading
No grades in this self-paced course, but I encourage students to try some projects at home if they can get the toolkits.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 12
Beginner Level
Class Experience Ever wondered how electronics work? How does electricity power your favorite gadgets? In this hands-on STEM course, students will explore electrical engineering from the ground up, learning how circuits, components, and digital logic shape the world around us. This five-lesson series will cover the fundamentals of electricity, circuit design, and microcontrollers—with engaging real-world examples, hands-on projects, and interactive explanations. By the end of the course, students will build and understand real circuits, explore digital logic systems, and even get introduced to basic coding with Arduino! What Will Be Taught? This class provides a solid foundation in electrical engineering with a focus on circuit components, circuit design, and microcontrollers. We’ll cover: ✅ Lesson 1: Electrical Engineering 101 – Understanding electricity, Ohm’s Law, AC vs. DC, and grounding. ✅ Lesson 2: Common Electrical Components – Learning how resistors, capacitors, diodes, transistors, and inductors work. ✅ Lesson 3: Circuit Building & Practical Skills – Reading circuit diagrams, using breadboards, and troubleshooting circuits. ✅ Lesson 4: Digital Logic & Binary Systems – Exploring logic gates, binary numbers, and how computers store data. ✅ Lesson 5: Microcontrollers & Coding – Introducing Arduino, writing simple code, and controlling circuits with programming. Students will apply what they learn through guided demonstrations, circuit-building activities, and hands-on projects! How is the Class Structured? 🔹 Pre-recorded video lessons that allow students to learn at their own pace. 🔹 Step-by-step explanations of electrical concepts, including on-screen diagrams, images, and real-world examples. 🔹 Hands-on demonstrations using actual circuits and components. 🔹 Facecam instruction—like a YouTube-style video—where I explain topics in an engaging and easy-to-follow way. 🔹 Interactive learning—students can follow along, build their own circuits, and test their knowledge with practical applications. Each lesson will feature clear explanations, circuit examples, and visual aids, making engineering exciting and accessible for all learners. How Will I Teach? 💡 Enthusiastic, engaging, and easy to follow! I bring over 10 years of engineering experience and a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering to make these lessons practical, fun, and beginner-friendly. 📺 YouTube-style teaching approach: I present concepts using images, real components, circuit diagrams, and step-by-step examples, while my facecam appears on screen for a personal, engaging experience. ⚡ Hands-on demonstrations: Students will see real circuits being built, get close-up visuals of electrical components, and follow along with practical applications. 🎯 Real-world connections: I explain how engineering principles apply to everyday life, from how your smartphone charges to how digital logic powers video game consoles. How Much Will Learners Get to Interact? 🔹 Flexible learning experience – Students can pause, rewind, and review lessons at their own pace. 🔹 Follow-along activities – Students can build real circuits using suggested materials. 🔹 Encouraged to ask questions – Students can engage in class discussions, share their circuit projects, and receive feedback. Who is This Class For? 🚀 Perfect for students who love: ✔ STEM, hands-on projects, and building things. ✔ Tinkering with electronics and learning how circuits work. ✔ Exploring the fundamentals of engineering in a fun, interactive way! 🔹 No prior experience is required! This class is beginner-friendly, making it perfect for students ages 10-14 who want to explore engineering concepts in a fun and engaging way. Why Take This Class? ⚡ Learn from a Real Engineer! – With a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and over 10 years of experience, I break down complex topics into simple, fun lessons. ⚡ Hands-On Learning! – Build real circuits, see how electrical components work, and even explore basic coding in the final lesson! ⚡ STEM Career Preparation! – This course lays the foundation for future engineering, robotics, and coding studies. 🔌 Ready to dive into electrical engineering? Join today and start building real circuits, exploring digital logic, and learning how engineers power the world! 🚀
Learning Goals
Understand the fundamentals of electricity – Learn how voltage, current, resistance, and power work together in electrical circuits.
Apply Ohm’s Law – Use V = I × R to analyze and predict circuit behavior.
Syllabus
5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
Electrical Engineering 101 – The Basics of Electricity
What is electricity, and how do we use it in everyday life? In this lesson, we’ll explore the fundamentals of electrical engineering, including current, voltage, resistance, and power. Using fun real-world examples and a water analogy, students will learn how Ohm’s Law helps engineers design circuits. We’ll also discuss the differences between AC vs. DC power, why grounding is important, and how electricity is safely used in devices like smartphones, computers, and home appliances.
21 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Common Electrical Components – Resistors, Capacitors, and More!
Before we build circuits, we need to understand the essential electrical components! In this lesson, students will explore the functions of resistors, capacitors, diodes, inductors, and transistors, and how they work together in circuits. We’ll use real-world examples (like how a capacitor stores energy for a camera flash or how transistors act as tiny electronic switches in computers) to help students visualize their purpose.
23 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Circuit Building & Practical Skills – Hands-On Electronics
In this lesson, students will learn how to read circuit diagrams, use a breadboard, and connect components correctly. We’ll explore the difference between series and parallel circuits and practice measuring voltage and resistance using Ohm’s Law. Students will also learn how to safely power circuits using batteries, wall adapters, or lab power supplies. By the end of this lesson, they’ll have a strong foundation in assembling and troubleshooting simple circuits.
24 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Digital Logic & Binary Systems – How Computers Think
Everything in modern electronics, from video game consoles to robots, runs on digital logic. In this lesson, students will discover how binary numbers (1s and 0s) control electronic devices. We’ll introduce logic gates (AND, OR, NOT, NAND, NOR, XOR) and show how they work together to process information. Students will also explore flip-flops and memory storage, seeing firsthand how computers use logic circuits to store and manipulate data.
25 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class involves basic electrical circuits and hands-on activities using components like batteries, resistors, LEDs, and breadboards. While all projects are low-voltage and safe for beginners, parental supervision is recommended when students are assembling circuits to ensure proper handling of electrical components.
Additionally, in Lesson 5, we introduce Arduino programming. No accounts or third-party tools are required, but students will need to download the free Arduino IDE software (available from the official Arduino website) to upload code to the microcontroller. Obtaining an Arduino or other programming toolkit for projects is completely optional.
Pre-Requisites
✅ No prior experience needed – this class is designed for beginners.
✅ Basic reading and math skills (understanding simple numbers, addition, and multiplication for Ohm’s Law).
Supply List
The hands-on projects in this class are optional, as all concepts are demonstrated in the video lessons. However, students who wish to follow along and build their own circuits at home will need: Recommended Supplies: ✅ Basic Electronics Starter Kit – Includes a breadboard, resistors, LEDs, capacitors, transistors, jumper wires, and a power supply. Options include: - Official Arduino Starter Kit (~$100) – Available from the Arduino website or Amazon (Search "arduino starter kit") - Elegoo Uno R3 Starter Kit (~$35) – A more affordable alternative, available on Amazon and other marketplaces (Search "Elegoo Uno Starter Kit") ✅ Multimeter (~$15-$30) – Used for measuring voltage, current, and resistance in circuits. ✅ 9V Battery + Battery Clip or USB Power Supply (~$5) – Needed to power circuits. Likely included with the full starter kits recommended above. ✅ Computer (Windows/Mac/Linux) – Required for Lesson 5 (Microcontrollers & Coding) if students want to install the free Arduino IDE software (optional). Optional for Hands-On Exploration: Additional LEDs, motors, or sensors for experimentation. (usually contained in the starter kits) A small screwdriver for assembling components. What’s Provided? All lessons include video demonstrations, circuit diagrams, and explanations so students can fully participate even without purchasing supplies.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
This class is based on fundamental electrical engineering principles and does not rely on any specific textbooks or copyrighted materials. The curriculum is developed from my 10+ years of experience as an electrical engineer and my bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
For hands-on learning, I demonstrate projects using an Arduino toolkit. Students who wish to follow along at home can purchase a similar kit, but it is optional. The recommended kits include:
Official Arduino Starter Kit (~$100) – Available on the Arduino website or electronics retailers.
Elegoo Uno R3 Starter Kit (~$35) – A more affordable alternative, available on Amazon and other marketplaces.
Students do not need to purchase any additional materials unless they want to try the projects themselves. All concepts are explained through video demonstrations so learners can still fully engage without extra tools.
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from University Of Idaho
I have a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and over 10 years of experience as an engineer, working with circuits, digital logic, and microcontrollers in real-world applications. My background includes designing and troubleshooting electrical systems, working with embedded hardware, and applying engineering principles in various industries.
Beyond my engineering career, I have extensive experience teaching and creating educational content. I have been teaching STEM topics through video-based instruction for years, including producing engaging, YouTube-style tutorials that make complex topics easy to understand. My teaching style is hands-on, interactive, and beginner-friendly, ensuring that students grasp key concepts while having fun exploring real-world applications.
Additionally, I have worked with children and teens in educational and gaming spaces, helping young learners develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a creative environment. I strive to make my classes engaging, accessible, and practical, inspiring the next generation of engineers and innovators!
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