Energy & Power Modules
| Module Activities Index: | 501 | 502 | 503 | 504 | 505 | 506 | 507 | 508 |
This material is adapted from a Hearlihy, Inc. catalog. It is being used on a short-term basis to illustrate concepts and activities students would learn and do in a modular technology laboratory. For additional information see the Reference page. .
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Module: Alternate Energy 501
Activities Concepts & Skills
  1. Learn how energy is converted from fuels through study of texts and videos.
  2. Answer research questions and define technical terms.
  3. Learn four basic power systems and how they convert,transmit and control energy to perform work.
  4. Conduct "Solar Power" exercise.
  5. Measure voltage output of solar-powered motor and model wind machine.
  6. Conduct "Wind Power" exercise.
  7. Conduct "Sunpower House" exercise.
  8. Conduct "Power Water Wheel" hands on activity.
  9. Conduct "Nuclear Energy" project.
  10. Calculate wattage of a solar cell.
  1. Understand nature of the problem caused by diminishing energy sources.
  2. Explore problems associated with developing solar, wind, water and nuclear power sources.
  3. Learn formulas for measuring power, energy & work.
  4. Read voltage and amperage with multimeter.
  5. Calculate wattage given goltage & current.
  6. Recognize the types, forms and properties of energy.
  7. Learn the laws of energy conservation.
  8. Understand how solar, wind, and water power can be converted into energy.
  9. Explore nuclear fission and fusion.
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Module: Solar Energy 502
Activities Concepts & Skills
  1. Learn about major sources of energy through study of text and video.
  2. Answer research questions and define technical terms.
  3. Conduct demonstrations with sun lamp, insulation meter and thermometer.
  4. Conduct "Solar Radiation & Glass" hands-on activity.
  5. Conduct "Greenhouse Effect" hands-on activity.
  6. Conduct "Passive Solar Gain" experiment.
  7. Conduct "Water_heating" project
  8. Conduct "Flat Plate Collector" hands-on activity.
  9. Design and build a model home powered by passive solar energy.
  10. Design and construct a solar-powered model car using LEGO DACTA Kit.
  1. Differentiate between passive, active and photovoltaic solar energy systems.
  2. Design & build a model solar-powered car and a passive solar house.
  3. Recognize how energy works as a system.
  4. Read a Celsius thermometer.
  5. Measure voltage and amperage output.
  6. Calculate percentage of solar transmittance in glass.
  7. Identify the properties, types, and forms of energy.
  8. Describe the components of a solar energy system.
  9. Explore major applications and uses of solar power.
  10. Learn how the sun's radiation is converted to power.
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Module: Electronics 503
Activities Concepts & Skills
  1. Learn principles of electricity and electronics through study of videos and texts
  2. Answer research questions and define technical terms.
  3. Operate computer software outlining electronic fundamentals.
  4. Conduct "LED Current Indicator" activity
  5. Conduct "LED Brightness Control" activity
  6. Conduct "Diode Tester" activity
  7. Conduct "NPN Tester" activity
  1. Perform continuity tests using a multimeter.
  2. Measure resistance, voltage, current and battery charge.
  3. Build electronic components.
  4. Use an analog multimeter to test electronic components
  5. Read a schematic drawing.
  6. Read an analog multimeter.
  7. Understand Ohm's Law
  8. Understand basic theory of electricity
  9. Learn parts of electric circuits
  10. Understand roles of electronic components (transistor, capacitor, integrated switches)
  11. Understand principles of electrical conduction
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Module: Internal Combustion Engines 504
Activities Concepts & Skills
  1. Research engine operation principles through study of video and text
  2. Answer research questions and define technical terms
  3. Operate computer software entitled "Small Gas Engine Fundamentals"
  4. Prepare chart of 4-stroke cycle engine
  5. Complete tool identification checklist
  6. Learn to use torque wrench
  1. Assemble gas engine from individual parts
  2. Read a torque wrench in inch-pounds
  3. Measure rate of motion in cycles per minute
  4. Gain overview of internal combustion engine operation
  5. Understand principles of air, fuel mixture
  6. Learn how piston, rods and crankshafts change linear motion to rotary motion
  7. Understand magneto ignition principles (how magnets are used to produce electricity)
  8. Learn role of oil in combatting internal component friction
  9. Understand Venturi effect, roles of vacuum, atmospheric pressure and carburetion in engine operation
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Module: Applied Physics 505
Activities Concepts & Skills
  1. Learn the history and principles of laser technology through study of text and video
  2. Answer research questions and define technical terms
  3. Use computer software featuring fundamentalaspects of laser technology
  4. Conduct "Laser Optic" activity
  5. Conduct "Laser Scanner" activity
  6. Conduct "Sound TRansmission" activity
  7. Learn the history and principles of simple mechanisms through the study of text and video
  8. Conduct "Bicycle Sprocket" activity
  9. Conduct "Electric Motor" activity
  10. Use computer software
  11. Conduct "Balance Scale" activity
  12. Conduct "Wheel Barrow" activity
  13. Conduct "Sailboat" activity
  1. Use a computer program to solve simple physics problems
  2. Use a helium neon laser to demonstrate practical applications of lasers
  3. Perform projects using simple machines and mechanisms to transmit power and force
  4. Read a spring scale
  5. Learn practical applications of mechanisms and simple machines
  6. Understand principles, properties and uses of laser light (photons light spectrum, holograms, and fiber optics)
  7. Explore the electromagnetic spectrum
  8. Use mechanisms to control physical forces transmitting energy to perform work
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Module: Electronic Control Systems 506
Activities Concepts & Skills
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Module: Fluid Power 507
Activities Concepts & Skills
  1. Learn fluid power fundamentals and applications through study of text, video and software
  2. Answer research questions and define technical terms
  3. Perform "Pneumatic Trainer" activity
  4. Perform "Drying with Air" activity
  5. Perform "Punch Press" activity
  6. Perform "Conveyor System" activity
  7. Conduct "Tire Gauge" activity
  8. Perform "Index Machine" activity
  9. Perform "Automatic Door Opener" activity
  10. Perform "Hydraulic Trainer" activity
  11. Perform "Auto Jack" activity
  12. Perform "Forging Press" activity
  13. Perform "Grain Elevator" activity
  14. Perform "Grinding Machine" activity
  1. Conduct hands-on projects illustrating hydraulic and pneumatic applications and principles
  2. Construct hydraulic and pneumatic circuits
  3. Read and calculate air pressure using a gauge
  4. Read a schematic diagram
  5. Learn Charles' Law, Boyles' Law and Pascal's Law
  6. Understand mechanical advantage
  7. Learn how machines can be used to alter force
  8. Explore different forms of matter
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Entered October 19, 1997