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Electronics (Accelerated)
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Flexible curriculum design and a powerful classroom
management system combine to create a unique program that uses dynamic
multimedia learning materials to deliver interactive, engaging electronics
instruction that can be used to underpin a wide range of technical areas
such as telecommunications, industrial maintenance and automotive
maintenance.
 | AEP courses are easier to run than traditional electronic courses.
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| Pre-prepared teacher’s theory presentations and support material. |
| Modules are flexible and fit into any teaching schedule. |
| Curriculum material and hardware are easily managed. |
| Provides the ‘core’ electronics skills for a wide range of vocational
and hardware programs. |
| Optional materials allow the system to deliver A/AS Level Electronics.
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| Multimedia learning materials support a wide range of learners. |
| Cost-effective way to update existing electronics programs. |
| Compatible with exiting D3000 base units and standard test equipment. |
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The AEP program has 15 modules, providing 217 hours of
instruction. A typical assignment contains:
| An instructor-delivered PowerPoint theory presentation. |
| Student centered computer aided instruction material. |
| Continuous assessment |
| Optional on-line delivery via ClassCampus |
| Class-based wireless assessment system available |
DIGIAC AEP topic
coverage:
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Electronics Teacher Support 
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Based on our
experiences of working with educators in thousands of programs over the past
twenty five years, we have created a series of Electronics resources for
teachers.
Ranging from user
forums to on-line teacher certification along with configurable tests that
can be generated from a bank of questions, these resources have been
specifically designed to help teachers make the best use of their
Electronics laboratory and to ensure that students gain the most from their
learning experience.
Many of the
resources have been designed to allow teachers to run lock-step activities
in their lab.
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Breadboard Circuit Projects
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This is an
integrated instructional module designed specifically to operate within
the DIGIAC AEP Electronics Program environment. The module package
provides on screen computer-aided instruction materials, printed
worksheets and interactive software sufficient for the student to
complete the practical learning activities contained the assignments.
Instructor Theory presentations are provided by our optional EPP01
Package.
Typical topic
areas include:
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Breadboard Component Projects
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This is an
integrated instructional module designed specifically to operate within
the DIGIAC AEP Electronics Program environment. The module package
provides on screen computer-aided instruction materials, printed
worksheets and interactive software sufficient for the student to
complete the practical learning activities contained the assignments.
Instructor Theory presentations are provided by our optional EPP01
Package.
Typical topic
areas include:
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Control Systems 
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This is an
integrated instructional module designed specifically to operate within
the DIGIAC AEP Electronics Program environment. The module package
provides on screen computer-aided instruction materials, printed
worksheets and interactive software sufficient for the student to
complete the practical learning activities contained the assignments.
Instructor Theory presentations are provided by our optional EPP01
Package.
Typical topic
areas include:
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Further Control Systems
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This is an
integrated instructional module designed specifically to operate within
the DIGIAC AEP Electronics Program environment. The module package
provides on screen computer-aided instruction materials, printed
worksheets and interactive software sufficient for the student to
complete the practical learning activities contained the assignments.
Instructor Theory presentations are provided by our optional EPP01
Package.
Typical topic
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BASIC programming with PICs
- LED sequencing
- Ultrasonic transducers
- DAC and ADC converters
- Breaking beam alarm
- Motor control |
| Neural networks |
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Digital Electronics 
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This is an
integrated instructional module designed specifically to operate within
the DIGIAC AEP Electronics Program environment. The module package
provides on screen computer-aided instruction materials, printed
worksheets and interactive software sufficient for the student to
complete the practical learning activities contained the assignments.
Instructor Theory presentations are provided by our optional EPP01
Package.
Typical topic
areas include:
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Advanced Digital Circuits
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This is an
integrated instructional module designed specifically to operate within
the DIGIAC AEP Electronics Program environment. The module package
provides on screen computer-aided instruction materials, printed
worksheets and interactive software sufficient for the student to
complete the practical learning activities contained the assignments.
Instructor Theory presentations are provided by our optional EPP01
Package.
Typical topic
areas include:
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DC Circuits 
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This is an
integrated instructional module designed specifically to operate within
the DIGIAC AEP Electronics Program environment. The module package
provides on screen computer-aided instruction materials, printed
worksheets and interactive software sufficient for the student to
complete the practical learning activities contained the assignments.
Instructor Theory presentations are provided by our optional EPP01
Package.
Typical topic
areas include:
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AC Circuits
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This is an
integrated instructional module designed specifically to operate within
the DIGIAC AEP Electronics Program environment. The module package
provides on screen computer-aided instruction materials, printed
worksheets and interactive software sufficient for the student to
complete the practical learning activities contained the assignments.
Instructor Theory presentations are provided by our optional EPP01
Package.
Typical topic
areas include:
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Electromagnetism 
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This is an
integrated instructional module designed specifically to operate within
the DIGIAC AEP Electronics Program environment. The module package
provides on screen computer-aided instruction materials, printed
worksheets and interactive software sufficient for the student to
complete the practical learning activities contained the assignments.
Instructor Theory presentations are provided by our optional EPP01
Package.
Typical topic
areas include:
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Electronic Systems 
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This is an
integrated instructional module designed specifically to operate within
the DIGIAC AEP Electronics Program environment. The module package
provides on screen computer-aided instruction materials, printed
worksheets and interactive software sufficient for the student to
complete the practical learning activities contained the assignments.
Instructor Theory presentations are provided by our optional EPP01
Package.
Typical topic
areas include:
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Amplifier Circuits 
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This is an
integrated instructional module designed specifically to operate within
the DIGIAC AEP Electronics Program environment. The module package
provides on screen computer-aided instruction materials, printed
worksheets and interactive software sufficient for the student to
complete the practical learning activities contained the assignments.
Instructor Theory presentations are provided by our optional EPP01
Package.
Typical topic
areas include:
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Experiment Card Master Board
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The built-in electronics master
board provided with the Series 9X base unit is available as a circuit panel,
for use with the DIGIAC 3000 VIP or Experiment Platform. It provides a
central mounting area for all the circuit cards of the AEP Program, and is
an alternative option to using the Series 9X base unit. This option provides
greater flexibility if you wish to run a course of study that combines
modules from the DIGIAC 3000 and AEP Electronics Programs |
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Experiment Platform 
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The DIGIAC 3000 ExP provides power
supplies and connection facilities for the complete range of DIGIAC 3000
circuit boards. It can operate either in standalone mode, or via a USB
interface to a host PC. Facilities are provided for switching of faults
into most DIGIAC 3000 circuit boards. Alignment of each circuit board on
the DIGIAC 3000 ExP is achieved by means of an integral guide rail
system. A locking mechanism ensures a reliable and safe electrical
contact. The DIGIAC 3000 ExP meets the power supply requirements for all
DIGIAC 3000 circuit boards. The following power supply outputs are
provided:
| 0-12V Variable DC |
| +5V DC |
| -5V DC |
| +12V DC |
| -12V DC |
| 12-0-12V 50/60 Hz AC |
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Series 9X Base Unit
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| The Series 9X base unit has been designed
to allow students to perform experimentation using all modules in the
Electronics Principles and Communications Principles ranges. The unit
has a built-in electronics master board providing a central mounting
area for the circuit cards, plus a range of input/output and signal
processing circuits. Connection of the base unit to a student PC
workstation allows automatic insertion of switched faults. |
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Virtual Instrument Platform
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| This new Virtual Instrument
Platform uses up-to-date technology combined with attractive
Windows-based programming to integrate a full set of virtual instruments
into one self-contained unit. The unit is controlled by a PC through
either a fast serial port or USB port.
Specifically designed for use with all the existing DIGIAC 3000 study
modules and circuit boards, this new unit is fully compatible with both
our ClassAct and ClassCampus learning management systems. The unit
features a new vertical mount console design which makes it more suited
to use next to a PC workstation.
A single handed circuit load/unload mechanism makes it
easy for the user to insert the D3000 circuit boards and a special
barcode reader is used to detect which board has been inserted. A
complete set of virtual instruments is integrated into the new VIP unit.
These run on the student's PC and provide virtual multimeters,
oscilloscope and function generator as they follow the on-screen
learning material.
When the VIP unit is used in conjunction with our
ClassAct or ClassCampus learning management systems the Instructor can
monitor the inputs and outputs of the virtual instruments and control
the power supplies on the VIP unit. They can also switch faults into the
circuit board remotely or at the unit via a password protected utility.
The D3000 Computer Aided Instruction can also switch faults into any
circuit board mounted on the VIP unit. Students can store data captured
by the virtual instruments for inclusion in their paper-based workbooks
or electronic portfolios. |
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Semiconductors - Diodes and Transistors
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This is an
integrated instructional module designed specifically to operate within
the DIGIAC AEP Electronics Program environment. The module package
provides on screen computer-aided instruction materials, printed
worksheets and interactive software sufficient for the student to
complete the practical learning activities contained the assignments.
Instructor Theory presentations are provided by our optional EPP01
Package.
Typical topic
areas include:
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Further Semiconductor Devices
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This is an
integrated instructional module designed specifically to operate within
the DIGIAC AEP Electronics Program environment. The module package
provides on screen computer-aided instruction materials, printed
worksheets and interactive software sufficient for the student to
complete the practical learning activities contained the assignments.
Instructor Theory presentations are provided by our optional EPP01
Package.
Typical topic
areas include:
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Telecommunications 
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This is an
integrated instructional module designed specifically to operate within
the DIGIAC AEP Electronics Program environment. The module package
provides on screen computer-aided instruction materials, printed
worksheets and interactive software sufficient for the student to
complete the practical learning activities contained the assignments.
Instructor Theory presentations are provided by our optional EPP01
Package.
Typical topic
areas include:
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Further Telecommunications
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This is an
integrated instructional module designed specifically to operate within
the DIGIAC AEP Electronics Program environment. The module package
provides on screen computer-aided instruction materials, printed
worksheets and interactive software sufficient for the student to
complete the practical learning activities contained the assignments.
Instructor Theory presentations are provided by our optional EPP01
Package.
Typical topic
areas include:
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