STEM SCL1: Fun With Snap Circuits Light - Snap Circuit Model: SCL-175

SNAP CIRCUITS LIGHT!

In this class, students will explore the different properties of light and multiple applications using snap circuits (the Lego of electronics). We will create fun projects that will spark student's creativity. 

For this class, it is required to have the Snap Circuits Light Set (model SC-175). 

During each project, I will explain the principles of light theory and how the circuit operates. We will discuss how each component work and we connect the circuit in a particular way. 

We will do some games with the class as well to maintain a balance between education and fun!

CLASS SCHEDULE:
Session 1: Students will learn principles of light and apply them to simple circuits.  
Components used:
- LEDs
- Switches
- Batteries
- Resistors
- Motors
- Circuits in Series and Parallel 

Session 2: Students will learn about the RGB color model in which red, green, and blue light are added together in various ways to reproduce a broad array of colors. 
Components used:
- Color selectors

Session 3:  Students will learn the principles of Strobes and their application of light in circuits. 
Components used:
- Strobes
- Resistors

Session 4: Students will learn the principles of Variable Resistors and phototransistors where they will combine their applications with Integrated Circuits
Components used:
- Phototransistors
- Variable Resistors
- Integrated Circuits

Session 5: Students will learn the principles of Fiber Optics, Capacitors, where they will apply them to control patterns and frequency variation in light circuits. 
Components used:
- Fiber Optics
- Capacitors
- Combination of components

The learning objectives will be primarily focused on:
- Light properties and applications
- Photo-transistors
- Fiber Optics
- Integrated Circuits

Additional skills to be gained from this class:
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork
- Troubleshooting
- Creativity