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Circuit Designing with PhET Simulations



Number of Levels : 1
Class Days: Twice in Week
32 Sessions in Each Level

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Hands-on Circuit Design for Kids | PhET STEM Simulations

This online course is designed for young learners to explore the basics of electricity and circuits using PhET Interactive Simulations—a fun, engaging, and visual platform developed by the University of Colorado. Through interactive virtual experiments, students will understand how circuits work, the role of different electrical components, and the fundamentals of electricity in a hands-on, playful manner. This course helps children develop a strong foundation in STEM thinking, logical reasoning, and problem-solving while keeping learning exciting and interactive.

Your Path to Mastery: Learning Outcomes


  • Circuit Design Expertise : Gain hands-on experience in designing electrical circuits using PhET simulations.
  • Understanding Electrical Components : Learn how electrical components work together to create functional circuits.
  • Practical Application of Physics : Apply principles of physics to design circuits and solve electrical engineering challenges.
  • Creative Problem Solving : Develop problem-solving skills by designing circuits to meet specified goals and troubleshoot errors.
  • Increased STEM Knowledge : Strengthen STEM knowledge and skills, particularly in electricity and electronics.

Prerequisites

  • Junior Batch: Ages 7.5 to 10.5 years.
  • Basic computer usage Understanding of simple system functions.
  • Session 1 : Introduction to Electricity & Circuits
    Familiarize students with PHET simulation and circuit components.
  • Session 2 : Electric Charges & Conductors
    Explore how charges move in conductors vs. insulators.
  • Session 3 : Circuit Components & Symbols
    Recognize circuit components (battery, bulb, resistor, switch).
  • Session 4 : Open and Closed Circuits
    Understand how switches control circuits.
  • Session 5 : Electric Current & Flow of Electrons
    Introduce the concept of electric current and its measurement.
  • Session 6 : Voltage & Potential Difference
    Understand voltage and how it is measured.
  • Session 7 : Ohm’s Law (V=IR)
    Explore the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance.
  • Session 8 : Monthly Assessment
    Assess the understanding of the first month’s topics.
  • Session 9 : Series Circuits
    Construct and analyze a basic series circuit.
  • Session 10 : Parallel Circuits
    Build and compare parallel circuits with series circuits.
  • Session 11 : Series vs. Parallel Resistance
    Compare resistance values in series and parallel circuits.
  • Session 12 : Mixed Circuits
    Construct and analyze circuits with both series and parallel elements.
  • Session 13 : Electrical Power & Energy
    Learn the power formula (P=VI) and apply it to circuits.
  • Session 14 : Short Circuits & Safety
    Simulate short circuits and analyze their effects.
  • Session 15 : Circuit Troubleshooting
    Identify and fix common circuit issues using PHET.
  • Session 16 : Monthly Assessment
    Assess the understanding of the second month’s topics.
  • Session 17 : Capacitors & Their Function
    Learn how capacitors store and release energy.
  • Session 18 : Inductors & Magnetic Effects
    Explore the impact of inductors in circuits.
  • Session 19 : AC vs. DC Circuits
    Understand the differences between AC and DC electricity.
  • Session 20 : Light Bulbs & Brightness in Circuits
    Analyze factors affecting bulb brightness in circuits.
  • Session 21 : Introduction to Logic Gates
    Learn the basics of digital logic gates.
  • Session 22 : Building Simple Logic Circuits
    Design circuits using logic gates.
  • Session 23 : Switches & Control Circuits
    Investigate how switches are used in control circuits.
  • Session 24 : Assessment-3
    Assess the understanding of the third month’s topics.
  • Session 25 : Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law (KVL)
    Explain how voltage is distributed in a closed loop using Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law.
  • Session 26 : Kirchhoff’s Current Law (KCL)
    Demonstrate how currents behave at a circuit junction using Kirchhoff’s Current Law.
  • Session 27 : Superposition Theorem
    Illustrate how multiple independent sources affect circuit behavior one at a time.
  • Session 28 : Thevenin’s Theorem
    Teach how to replace a complex circuit with an equivalent Thevenin equivalent circuit.
  • Session 29 : Norton’s Theorem
    Explain how to convert a complex circuit into an equivalent Norton circuit with a single current source.
  • Session 30 : Star-Delta Transformation
    Explore the conversion between star (Y) and delta (Δ) circuits for easier circuit analysis.
  • Session 31 : Rectifiers (Half-Wave & Full-Wave)
    Explain how rectifiers convert alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC) using diodes.
  • Session 32 : Monthly Assessment 4
    Assess the understanding of the fourth month’s topics.
Avator of.Anum Khan

Anum-Khan

Anum Khan is a passionate STEM educator, Python mentor, and international physics mentor dedicated to making STEM education interactive and globally accessible. With 3.5 years of experience mentoring K-12 learners, she specializes in robotics, coding, and Olympiad coaching, transforming complex concepts into engaging lessons. As a Q-Team member and Educator at International STEM Olympiad, she also actively prepares students for international competitions like RoboFest (USA) and IROC (South Korea), fostering innovation and critical thinking in young minds.


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