PLTW‐Principles of Engineering of Engineering Energy Sources Unit 1.2 Test Review
Use the following the following outline to study for the for the Unit 1.2 Unit 1.2 Test. This is only an only an outline. You are responsible for responsible for revisiting revisiting class lecture notes, powerpoints, notes, powerpoints, quizzes, etc. to help you prepare you prepare for for the content that content that will will be be on the test.
REVISIT, REFLECT, AND REFLECT, AND STUDY! 1. Know other names given to electronic breadboards. 2. Given an image of a of a breadboard, be able to determine whether a group of holes of holes on the breadboard are connected. 3. Be able to define a resistor. 4. Be able define various electronic components. Electronic components could include:
Resistors Variable Resistors (Potentiometers) Diodes
5. Given an image, be able to identify what type of resistor of resistor is being illustrated. Types of resistors of resistors include:
Carbon Film Resistors Surface Mount Resistors Variable Resistors (Potentiometers)
6. Be able to identify the cathode (‐) and anode (+) on a diode. 7. Given an image of a of a resistor and its color band arrangement, be able to determine the nominal value and its tolerance. 8. Given a resistor nominal value, be able to determine its color band arrangement. 9. Be able to define Energy, Work, Power, and Efficiency. 10. Be able to define different energy sources. These could include: Nonrenewable Energy Sources
Renewable Energy Sources
Inexhaustible Energy Sources
11. Be able to define Alternative Energy. 12. Understand how hydrogen and batteries are used to store energy.
PLTW‐Principles of Engineering Energy Sources Unit 1.2 Test Review 13. Know all components that make up an atom. These could include:
Neutrons Electrons
Protons Nucleus
14. Be able to explain the different charges that atom components have. These could include:
Positive Negative Neutral
15. Be able to define the atomic number. 16. Be able to define an Electron Orbital. 17. Be able to explain the order that Electron Orbitals fill in relationship to an atom gaining free electrons. 18. Be able to explain the order that Electron Orbitals fill in relationship to an atom gaining free electrons. 19. Be able to define a valence electron. 20. Know how many valence electrons are found in a conductor’s outer orbit. 21. Know how many valence electrons are found in an insulator’s outer orbit. 22. Be able to define electricity. 23. Know the units used to measure Voltage, Resistance, and Current. 24. Know the symbols used for Volts, Ohms, and Amps. 25. Be able to define Voltage, Resistance, and Current. 26. Given an image of the current flow in a circuit, be able to determine whether Electron Flow or Conventional Current is being illustrated to define the current direction within the circuit. 27. Given an image of a circuit and a multimeter being used for measurement, be able to determine what the multimeter is being used to measure. Electrical measurements could include:
Voltage
Current
Resistance
Continuity
PLTW‐Principles of Engineering Energy Sources Unit 1.2 Test Review 28. Be able to explain how the measurement of voltage and current differs when using a multimeter. 29. According to Ohm’s Law, know the symbols for Voltage, Current, and Resistance. 30. Know the equations used to solve for Voltage, Current, and Resistance according to Ohm’s Law. 31. Given an image of a circuit, be able to determine whether it is a Series or Parallel circuit. 32. Given an illustration and the values of a Series Circuit, be able to calculate the values for:
VT, V1, V2, etc. IT, I1, I2, etc. RT, R1, R2, etc. PT, P1, P2, etc. In order to simply and organize your calculations, it is suggested to use a circuit calculation worksheet provided by your instructor.
33. Given an illustration and the values of a Parallel Circuit, be able to calculate the values for:
VT, V1, V2, etc. IT, I1, I2, etc. RT, R1, R2, etc. PT, P1, P2, etc. In order to simply and organize your calculations, it is suggested to use a circuit calculation worksheet provided by your instructor.
34. Be able to define and identify the following and how it relates to Maximizing Motor Power at a Constant Voltage (PPT Graphs/Charts):
Stall Torque No‐Load Speed
Stall Maximum Power
35. Given an image and values of a mechanism, be able to calculate its stall torque. 36. Given an image and values of a mechanism, be able to calculate the torque of the motor that will deliver maximum power. 37. Know the SI unit for work and energy. 38. Given a scenario, be able to calculate how much work is being completed. 39. Be able to define Kinetic and Potential Energy. 40. Given energy production examples, be able to determine the energy conversion being taken place. These could include
PLTW‐Principles of Engineering Energy Sources Unit 1.2 Test Review
Hydroelectric
Fossil Fuels
Wind Turbines.
41. Know the rules of energy “creation” and “destruction.” 42. Know the SI unit for power. 43. Given a definition, be able to define different types of power used every day. These could include:
Electrical Power Mechanical Power Fluid Power
44. Given a scenario, be able to calculate how many Watts of power are being used to do something. Some very helpful handouts to study for the Unit 1.1 Test:
All Unit 1.2 Class Lecture Notes Every Unit 1.2 PPT Every Unit 1.2 Activity
Unit 1.2 Learning Targets: 1.2A ‐ I can identify and categorize energy sources as nonrenewable, renewable, or inexhaustible 1.2B ‐ I can create and deliver a presentation to explain a specific energy sources 1.2C ‐ I can summarize and reflect upon information collected from a local utility company 1.2D ‐ I can define the possible types of power conversion 1.2E ‐ I can calculate work and power 1.2F ‐ I can demonstrate the correct use of a digital multimeter 1.2G ‐ I can calculate power in a system that converts energy from electrical to mechanical 1.2H ‐ I can determine efficiency of a system that converts an electrical input to a mechanical output 1.2I ‐ I can calculate circuit resistance, current, and voltage using Ohm’s law 1.2J ‐ I understand the advantages and disadvantages of parallel and series circuit design in an application
