ICT Grade 7 UAE

Computing, Creative Design
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Computing, Creative Design and Innovation - G7 - Activity book 1444- 1445 A.H. /2023- 2024 A.D.
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Computing, Creative Design
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Grade 7
Volume 2
1444- 1445 A.H. /2023- 2024 A.D

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UNIT 1: COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND EMBEDDED SYSTEMS 6
E-safety............................................................................... 7
Addiction..................................................................................... 7
Embedded systems............................................................... 8
Microprocessors and Microcontrollers.................................... 11
Internet of Things (IoT) ......................................................... 12
How IoT works?.................................................................... 14
Programming smart home..................................................... 15
Programming hardware components ...................................... 16
Unit 1 summary..................................................................... 19
Self-reflection.............................................................................. 19
End of unit quiz..................................................................... 20
UNIT 2: ELECTRICITY AND ELECTRONICS 22
E-safety .............................................................................. 23
What is screen time?................................................................... 23
Impact of screen time ................................................................. 24
Digital multimeter........................................................................ 26
Analogue and digital signals........................................................ 27
Verifying Ohm's law in series and parallel circuits.................... 28
Resistors connected in series...................................................... 28
Resistors connected in parallel.................................................... 32
Analogue and digital Circuits.................................................. 34
Construction of analogue circuits................................................ 34
Construction of digital circuits.................................................... 35
Resistors connected in parallel.................................................... 32
Analogue and digital Circuits.................................................. 34
Construction of analogue circuits................................................ 34
Construction of digital circuits.................................................... 35
Unit 2 summary ................................................................... 39
Self-reflection.............................................................................. 39
End of unit quiz..................................................................... 40
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UNIT 3: ROBOTICS AND SYSTEMS 42
E-safety............................................................................... 43
What is a robot?................................................................... 44
Robot parts and components..................................................... 44
Mechanics of moving parts in robots...................................... 45
Real-world applications......................................................... 46
Components to sense, compute and act.................................. 47
Designing a basic robotic system........................................... 49
Programming a robotic system.............................................. 50
Robots using data to carry out a task..................................... 53
Developing solutions............................................................. 54
Measure the performance of a robot....................................... 59
Impact of robots on society................................................... 60
Human control and autonomous systems................................ 61
Unit 3 summary.................................................................... 64
Self-reflection ............................................................................. 64
End of unit quiz..................................................................... 66
UNIT 4: PROJECT 68
E-safety............................................................................... 69
Project................................................................................. 70
1.Understand........................................................................ 70
2.Define................................................................................ 73
3.Ideate................................................................................ 75
4.Prototype.......................................................................... 77
5.Test................................................................................... 78
Unit 4 summary.................................................................... 81
Self-reflection ............................................................................. 81
End of unit quiz..................................................................... 82
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Computer Systems and Embedded Systems

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E-safety
Addiction
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Read the statements below. Write True or False.
Sentences True or False

It is okay to play computer games for eight hours a day.
Playing computer games and being on social media
too much can make you sick.
You should use social media and play games without
taking breaks.
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Unit 1: Computer Systems and Embedded Systems
Embedded systems
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Look at different examples of embedded systems around you, at home or search

them online. Complete the table below with the required information. The first
one is done for you.
Embedded system Purpose Cost Usage
It can be used
To input Starting with computers,
from AED 50
Keyboard information into a laptops, tablets,
based on the
computer system mobile phones,
requirements and many more
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Applications of embedded systems

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Look at the different embedded systems below. Chose the correct application of
each embedded system and place it in front of it. There may be more than one
application for some embedded systems.
Medical Food Transportation Safety Security
Embedded System Application
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Blood pressure monitor
Temperature monitoring
Navigation system
Distance sensors
Surveillance camera
system
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Choose any two embedded systems from the above and answer the questions
below. You can choose more than two systems.
Name of embedded system:

Application:
Purpose of the system:
Is it part of a big system or can it

be used on its own?
How will the system work without

having this embedded system?
Name of embedded system:

Application:
Purpose of the system:
Is it part of a big system or can it

be used on its own?
How will the system work without

having this embedded system?
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Microprocessors and Microcontrollers

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Microprocessors and Microcontrollers

1. Microprocessors and Microcontrollers are the same.
2. Microprocessors do mathematical calculations.
Microcontrollers and Microprocessors both are built
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using single ICs.
Microprocessors have input, output and other
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perishables directly attached to them.
5. Microcontrollers are the brain of the computer systems.
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Device Name:
Is the device an embedded system? Yes No
Does the device have a Microprocessor Microprocessor Microcontroller

or Microcontroller?
What is the function of the device?
What is the function of a Microprocessor

in the device? If any
What is the function of a Microcontroller

in a device? If any
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Internet of Things (IoT)

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Look at the images below and put the correct name of the component in front of it.
Distance sensor IR sensor Microcontroller Servomotor

Text-based
Ambient Temperature
programming Breadboard
lightsensor sensor
language
Image Name
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We have now looked at different components which can be used in a smart

home. It is also very important to design a home which will have all these
components. In the space below design your own smart house which will have
all the components you need for the smart home. When sketching, remember to
highlight the places where the sensors and other electronic components will fit.
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How IoT works?

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You have been asked to design an App for an IoT system. The App will be able
to control all the devices connected to the IoT system. Look at the smart home
and identify the different devices, and embedded systems you want to control.
Design the interface for the App which will show at least 3 different screens to
how the App will look like. Below is an example of an App interface.
A
Pro
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Programming smart home

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Fill in the blanks using the correct word from the list.
sequence selection iteration

if, elif and else looping code
In ................................... the instructions are written in order and are executed in

the same order.
In .............................. the instructions are executed based on the condition. ...........
.............................................. statements are used in selection.
In ....................................... the .................................. is repeated the set number of
times. Repetition is also known as ..................................
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Write a program using text-based programming language which will use all
three programming constructs. Write the program in the space below and then
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Programming hardware components

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Before we write a program, it is important to plan the solution. Create a flow-
chart for your program in the space below. Remember to use the correct
shapes for the flowchart.
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Create a smart home program using text-based programming software to

communicate with components using a microcontroller, then execute the
program.
The program will do the following.
~ Input a value from the built-in ambient light sensor.
~ Input a value from the built-in temperature sensor.
~ Output a light value on the LED grid.
~ If the light value is < 200, then
output “Dark” on the LED grid.
~ Output the temperature value on the LED grid.
~ If the temperature value is > 25, then
output “Hot” on the LED grid.
~ Input the value from the PIR sensor.
If the PIR sensor detects a vehicle, then
•  move a servomotor to open the garage door.
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Test your smart home system. Does it meet the basic requirements?If your
system doesn’t meet requirements, go back, and try to fix it. Then, writeyour
results.
Test Result
Does the program input a value from the built-in No Yes
ambient light sensor?
Does the program input a value from the built-in No Yes
temperature sensor?
Does the program output a light value on the No Yes
LED grid?
Does the program output a temperature value on No Yes

the LED grid?
Does the program satisfy the following?
No Yes
output “Dark” on the LED grid.
output “Hot” on the LED grid.
Did you answer No to any questions? If so, can you change your program to
improve your test score?
Explain any changes that you made to your program.
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Unit 1 summary
Self-reflection
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Write about what you have learned and liked in this unit.
Three things I have learned:
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Two things I have liked:
1.
2.
Knowledge and skills reflection

Please tick the box to show what you understand:
Analyse a range of embedded systems applications.

Compare the structural differences between
microprocessors and microcontrollers.
Demonstrate a project that uses hardware and
software components to collect and exchange data..
Explain how a project uses hardware and software

components to exchange data.
Recommend hardware and software components for
a project by considering a range of factors.
Control analogue inputs and outputs within an
embedded system.
Teacher’s comments:
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What have you learned? Do the quiz.

1. Microprocessors and microcontrollers are the same.
A. True
B. False
2. Embedded systems are found in the following devices. Please select at least
two correct answers.
A. Bicycles B. Home Appliances

C. Printers D. Manual doors
3. IoT systems will only work when the devices are offline.
A. True
B. False
4. Choose two correct programming constructs.
A. Coding B. Selection
C. Iteration D. Embedded systems
5. Sensors are a very important part of the smart home system.

A. True
B. False
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Unit 2
Electricity and Electronics

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E-safety
What is screen time?

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Ahmed wants to know more about the impact of screen time. Help him to gather
some data.
Work in teams and record the screen time of other students in the class.
Person Average amount of screen time recorded

Student 1
Student 2
Student 3
Which app used the most screen time?
How long did they use the app for?
Do you think this has any impact on the person / people?

Do you think it is a good idea to reduce screen time?
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Unit 2: Electricity and Electronics
Impact of screen time

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Noor wants some tips for reducing her screen time. Write down three tips that
you think will be useful for reducing screen time in your own life.
Tip 1
Tip 2
Tip 3
Name one area you think you need to improve and ask a classmate for advice.
Area of
improvement
Advice from
classmate
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Ali and Abdulla have collected electrical components to make a poster for their
science lab.
Help them to complete the poster below.
Component Measuring
Component Picture Type
name Unit
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You need to identify electrical component terminals before building an electrical
circuit. Identify the components given below, along with their terminals.
Component Name
Terminal Identification
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Digital multimeter
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Add the following electronic components to your circuit simulator workspace:

1. Fixed resistor (any value)
2. Potentiometer
3. LED
4. Diode
5. Ceramic capacitor
6. Electrolytic resistor
7. NPN Transistor
8. PNP Transistor
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Check all the components and their terminals. Try to connect the components
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Measuring the electrical parameters of electrical

components is important in an electrical circuit.
Construct an electrical circuit in the circuit
simulator as shown below and measure the
circuit current using a multimeter by using the
proper option.
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Analogue and digital signals

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Electrical signals are used in everyday life. Identify the signals given below and
write one application for each signal
Signal Name
Application
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Verifying Ohm's law in series and parallel circuits

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Look at the picture below. Which LED is connected correctly? The red LED or
the blue LED? Explain.
Resistors connected in series

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Constructing electrical circuits is an important skill for any electrical engineer.
You have to build a series circuit on a breadboard in a circuit simulator by using
the following components:
Resource Image Quantity
battery 1
breadboard 1
330 Ω resistor 1
500 Ω resistor 1
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Then complete the following:

a) Use the multimeter to measure the current flowing across each resistor.
Take a screenshot of the circuit when you measure the current flowing
across each resistor and paste it inthe space below.
b) Use the multimeter to measure the voltage across each resistor. Take
a screenshot of the circuit when you measure the voltage across each
resistor and paste it in the space below.
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c) Calculate the voltage across each resistor using Ohm’s law.
Using the
Using Ohm’s law
Power Supply Resistor multimeter
Voltage value Current Voltage
Voltage value
value value
330Ω
9V
500Ω
d) Can you observe any pattern in the voltage value when the resistor’s
value increases?
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Observe the series circuits below and complete the table by measuring the
current and voltage values across each resistor using the multimeter.
Current Voltage
Circuit diagram
value value
How can you conclude that the resistors in the circuits above are connected in
series? Support your answers by using Ohm’s law calculations.
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Resistors connected in parallel

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You have to build a parallel circuit on a breadboard by using the following
components:
battery 1
breadboard 1
200 Ω resistor 1
470 Ω resistor 1
Then complete the following:

a) Use the multimeter to measure the current flowing across each resistor.
Take a screenshot of the circuit when you measure the current flowing
across each resistor and paste it in the space below.
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b) Use the multimeter to measure the voltage across each resistor. Take
a screenshot of the circuit when you measure the voltage across each
resistor and paste it in the space below.
c) Calculate the voltage across each resistor using Ohm’s law.

Using the
Using Ohm’s law
Power Supply Resistor multimeter
Voltage value Current Voltage
Voltage value
value value
330Ω
9V
500Ω
d) Can you observe any pattern in the current value when the resistor’s
value increases?
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Analogue and digital Circuits
Construction of analogue circuits

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In the example in the Student Book, you observed the amplification of a sound
signal. You can use a similar circuit to increase the brightness of the light.
Modify the circuit and replace the piezo buzzer with a LED, as shown in the
picture below.
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Simulate the circuit. Observe and record your output below.
Construction of digital circuits

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An OR gate operates similar to a basic parallel circuit, as shown in the picture

below.
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The inputs of an OR gate, considering a two-input gate, are represented by a

parallel connection of two switches, switch A and switch B:
~ A closed switch is equivalent to a high (logic 1) input.
~ An open switch is equivalent to a low (logic 0) input.
The output of an OR gate is represented by a lightbulb:
~ A turned-on lightbulb is equivalent to a high (logic 1) output.
~ A turned-off lightbulb is equivalent to a low (logic 0) output.
As shown below, the lightbulb is turned on when at least one of the switches is
closed, which is the same as having at least one input at a high (logic 1) state.
A B Q
0 0 0
0 1 1
1 0 1
1 1 1
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Now, build the OR gate circuit using a circuit simulator using the components
mentioned below.
battery 1
breadboard 1
1 KΩ resistor 1
LED 1
switch 2
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The breadboard circuit for the OR gate is shown below.
Implement the different input combinations to the switches and visualise the
corresponding outputs on the LED to complete the table below.
Input Output
Switch A Switch B LED state
Finally verify the output table above with the operation of the OR gate mentioned
above.
Can you identify how the components of the circuit are connected in the OR gate
circuit?
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Unit 2 summary
Self-reflection
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I verified Ohm's law for series and parallel circuits.

I described the multimeter’s function and operation.
I used a multimeter to measure basic electrical
quantities.
I described the function and purposes of resistors,
capacitors, diodes, transistors, and LEDs.
I differentiated between analogue and digital signals.
I constructed an analogue and digital electronic circuit.
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1. Which of the following components can limit the current in an electrical
circuit?
A. Capacitor B. Diode
C. Resistor D. Transistor
2. The current passing through all components is equal for a parallel circuit.
a) True
b) False
3. Diodes are non-polarised electronic components that allow current to pass
in both directions.
a) True
b) False
4. Human voice is an example of an analogue signal.
a) True
b) False
5. Transistors are used for both switching and amplification applications.

a) True
b) False
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Unit 3
Robotics and systems

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E-safety
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Read the statements below. Write True or False.

Fake or unreliable information can harm others.
Stealing is using others' information without their permission.
Copyright violation is allowed in information ethics.
Avoiding bad language is part of information ethics.
While presenting the information, make sure it is not biased.
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Unit 3: Robotics and systems
What is a robot?
Robot parts and components

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Ali wants to build a radio-controlled (RC) car. The purpose of an RC car is to

move in different directions by controlling its movements with a remote.
Help Ali decide what different types of actuators he can use to build an RC car
and why to use those actuators in terms of their functions.
Write your answers in the space provided below.
Types of Actuators which can help in building an RC car

Functions of Actuators
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Mechanics of moving parts in robots
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Complete the following DC motor and servo motor labels by filling in the missing
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DC Motor:
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Real-world applications
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Match the applications of robots with the images.
Applications Image
Manufacturing
Transport/logistics
Medical
Space/exploration
Home automation
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Components to sense, compute and act
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Explain robot parts and the purpose of components.
Use the words to fill in the blank spaces.
single different sense parts control
Ibrahim has been learning about robot ________ and components. He has
learned that a robot has three main parts. These are;
~ structural component or the body/ frame
~ ___________ system
~ actuators
Ibrahim understands that robots use components for ____________ purposes.

Each component in a robot has a _________ purpose, either to:
~ ________
~ compute
~ act
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List the components used for each purpose in the table.

Use the words below.
Actuators Microcontroller boards Ambient light sensors
Robot brains Line sensors Distance sensors
IR sensors Servomotors Minicomputers
Components
Sense Compute Act
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Designing a basic robotic system

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You have learned about components that are used in basic robots. A security
barrier is an example of a basic robot. This robot will use components to do
different things.
A security barrier robot must know if there is movement using a sensor.
~ If there is movement, then:
~ make the barrier go up
~ hold the barrier when it is in the 'up' position
~ wait 5 seconds
~ Else:
~ make the barrier go down
What components do you need for a security barrier robot?
Use the words below. Fill in the blank spaces.
Motion Ambient light

Microcontroller Line sensor Servomotor
sensor sensor
Components for a security barrier robot

Sense Compute Act
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Programming a robotic system

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Create a text-based servomotor program and upload it to the microcontroller.
The servomotor program will:
~ move the servo to 0 degrees.
~ wait 2 seconds.
~ move the servo to 180 degrees.
~ wait 2 seconds.
You use technology to program electronic things like microcontrollers and

components.
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Create a text-based motion sensor program and upload it to the
microcontroller.
The motion sensor program will do these:
~ Input a value from a motion sensor.
~ If input value = High, then:
~ output 'Motion detected' on the LED grid.
~ Wait 2 seconds.
You use scientific methods when collecting data using sensors.
You can build AI systems using microcontrollers, expansion shields and

components.
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Before you start coding, it is important to plan how your program will work by
creating an algorithm.
The security barrier program will do these:
~ If the input value = High, then:
move the servomotor to 90 degrees.
wait 5 seconds.
~ Move the servomotor to 0 degrees.
Create a flowchart algorithm for the security barrier program.
Start
End
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Create a text-based security barrier program and upload it to the microcontroller.
~ The security barrier program will do these:

~ If the input value = High, then:
~ move the servomotor to 90 degrees.
~ wait 5 seconds.
~ Move the servomotor to 0 degrees.
Use your algorithm to help create the program.

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Robots using data to carry out a task

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Research through the internet for different personal assistant robots. Select
one robot and explain below the following:
Robot hardware components (sensors):
Robot functions:
What software the robot uses or runs on?
What type of data does the robot collect?

How is the robot helping the user?
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Developing solutions
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A weather station system must do these:

~ Read a value from the built-in ambient light sensor.
~ Read a value from the built-in temperature sensor.
~ If light value is < 200, then
~ output "Dark" on the LED grid.
~ Output a temperature value on the LED grid.
~ output "Hot" on the LED grid.
~ Output "Light:" on the LED grid to label the light value.
~ Output "Temperature:" on the LED grid to label the temperature value.
~ If the temperature value is < 20, then
~ output "Cold" on the LED grid.
~ If the light value is > 600, then
~ output "Bright" on the LED grid
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What components do you need for a weather station system?

Use the words below. Fill in the blank spaces.
Humidity Ambient light Temperature

Microcontroller LED grid
sensor sensor sensor
Components for a weather station system

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Before you start coding, it is important to plan how your system will work by
creating an algorithm.
The weather station system will do these:

output "Dark" on the LED grid.
output "Hot" on the LED grid.
A ~ Output "Light:" on the LED grid to label the light value.
output "Cold" on the LED grid.
output "Bright" on the LED grid.
Create a flowchart algorithm for the weather station system.
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Create a text-based program for the weather station system and upload it to
the microcontroller.
The program will do these:

output "Dark" on the LED grid.
output "Hot" on the LED grid.
~ Output "Light:" on the LED grid to label the light value.
output "Cold" on the LED grid.
output "Bright" on the LED grid.
Use your algorithm to help create the program.
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Measure the performance of a robot
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You have created a security barrier robot in this unit. Measure its performance
using the table below. Tick the correct box based on a valid response.
Performance testing (robot function) Result Accuracy

Does the motion sensor in a security barrier
detect any movement or an obstacle (car,
No Yes Accurate Not accurate
van, bus)?
Does the servo motor make the barrier go

up? No Yes Accurate Not accurate
Does the barrier stay in the 'up' position?

No Yes Accurate Not accurate
Does the barrier follow 5 seconds timer

when it is in the 'up' position? No Yes Accurate Not accurate
Does the servo motor make the barrier go

down to its original position? No Yes Accurate Not accurate
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Impact of robots on society

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Research through the internet to find out and learn about educational robots.
Based on your research, answer the following questions.
Name three educational robots.
What are the main functions of the robots used in education?
How are the robots helping the students and teachers?

Can you guess some of the components used to build educational robots?
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Human control and autonomous systems
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The advantages and disadvantages of autonomous systems are an important

topic.
Discuss in groups and write your answers in the space provided below.
What are the advantages of having completely autonomous systems?
Can you explain any situations or scenarios when it is a good idea to keep
autonomous systems under the guidance and policy of human control?
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Use the words provided to fill in the blanks.
motors sensors computer
Robots can make decisions. The brain of the robot is the _____________.
Robots can move using actuators. ____________ are often used to move wheels.
Robots can perceive the world around them using ___________.
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Machine learning and robotics

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Your vacuum cleaner autonomous robot only wants to turn on the suction when
the dirt is present.
Create your decision tree in the space provided.
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Unit 3 summary
Self-reflection
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I examined the technical aspects of the real-world

use of robots.
I selected the appropriate sensors for a specific
system.
I examined the use of sensors for condition monitoring..
I learned how to synthesise data collected from
sensors.
I developed solutions to challenging tasks.
I programmed robots to perform challenging tasks.
I measured the performance of a robot.
I investigated the impact of robots on society.
I outlined difference b/w human control & autonomous
systems.
I explained machine learning concepts applicable to
robotics.
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1. Robots can sense, compute and _______________.
A. Actuator B. Act
C. Actor D. Argue
2. Robots are different from other machines because they can move.
A. True
B. False
3. Robots can sense. Which component could they use?
A. Servomotor B. Microcontroller
C. Motion sensor D. Actuator
4. Robots can compute. Which component could they use?
A. Actuator B. Microcontroller
C. Servomotor D. Motion sensor
5. Robots can act. Which component could they use?
A. Microcontroller B. Line sensor

C. Motion sensor D. Servomotor
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Project

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E-safety
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What do you know about e-safety? Do the quiz.
1. Downloading a paid app without paying for it is legal.

A. True
B. False
2. Making apps can be very expensive.
A. True
B. False
3. The terms and conditions for an app tell you how you can use it.
A. True
B. False
4. Software piracy rules are only for computer software, not smartphone apps.
A. True
B. False
5. Software piracy is illegal in the UAE.
A. True
B. False
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Project
1. Understand
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Match the design thinking stages with the descriptions. This will help you plan
what you need to do to finish the project.
Stages Description
Testing your ideas for feedback
Understand
and making improvements.
Brainstorm and come up with
Define
creative solutions.
Creating a model of one or more
Ideate
of your ideas.
What is the problem you are
Prototype
trying to solve?
Who are you trying to help?
Test
What do they need?
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Answer the questions below.

Your answers will show that you understand who you are trying to help
and what they need.
1. You will complete each stage of the design thinking process to finish the
project.
A. True
B. False
2. Greenhouses are used to control growing conditions for plants.
A. True
B. False
3. Greenhouses require adjustment throughout the day as light and temperatures
change.
A. True
B. False
4. Sensors can be used to input information to allow systems to make decisions.
A. True
B. False
5. Light sensors are useful for inputting information about temperature.
A. True
B. False
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Read the project brief, then talk about the requirements. Work in pairs.
Name two problems when using traditional greenhouses.
Write your answer below.
Explain the purpose of a smart greenhouse.

What sensors could be used to achieve the goals of a smart greenhouse?

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2. Define
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Answer the questions below.

Your answers will show that you define the problem and how to complete
the project brief.
1. You will design a traditional greenhouse.
A. True
B. False
2. In this project, sensors will be used to control the environment.
A. True
B. False
3. The sensor needs to store a temperature value from a sensor using a variable.
A. True
B. False
4. A motion sensor will be used to monitor plant growth.
A. True
B. False
5. If the temperature value goes below 20, the greenhouse window will close.
A. True
B. False
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Read the project brief, then talk about the project. Work in pairs.
Explain what you need to do for the project.

Did you know?
The design thinking process is used in engineering. You use engineering

skills when you use the design thinking process in your project
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3. Ideate
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Fatima wants to build a smart greenhouse system. She knows she will need a
microcontroller, servomotors and the LED grid.
A smart greenhouse will also use sensors to understand what is around it.Look
at the sensors below. Which sensors does the greenhouse need?
Sensors
Ambient light sensor
Distance sensor
Line sensor
Motion sensor
Temperature and humidity sensor
Write your answers in the table.
Sense Compute Act
Servomotor
Microcontroller
LED grid
Extra components
The smart greenhouse system will also need these two components.
Battery
Gives power to the components
pack
Body or
Holds all the other components
fixings
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Before you start coding, it is important to plan how your program will work.
The smart greenhouse program will:
~ Store a temperature value from a sensor using a variable.
~ Store a light value from a sensor using a variable.
close the window.
open the window.
A turn off growing lights
Else If the light value is < 200, then
turn on growing lights
Create a decision tree to show how this program will decide what to do.
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4. Prototype
Lab
Activity 9
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Create the smart greenhouse program and upload it to the microcontroller.

The smart greenhouse program will:
~ Store a temperature value from a sensor using a variable.
~ Store a light value from a sensor using a variable.
close the window.
~ If temperature value is > 30, then
open the window.
~ If light value is > 700, then
turn off growing lights
~ Else If light value is < 200, then
turn on growing lights
Use your decision tree to help create the program.
Did you know?
You use scientific methods when collecting data using sensors.
Did you know?
AI systems can be built using microcontrollers, expansion shields and

components.
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5. Test
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Test your final design of a smart greenhouse. Does it meet the basic
requirements?
If your smart greenhouse does not meet the requirements, go back and try to
fix it. Then, write your results.
Test Result
Does the smart greenhouse store a temperature
value from a sensor using a variable? No Yes
Does the smart greenhouse store a light value from
a sensor using a variable? No Yes
Does the LED grid output a temperature value?
No Yes
Does the LED grid output a light value?
No Yes
Did you answer “No” to any of the testing questions? If so, can you
change your design to improve your test score?
Explain any changes that you made to your program.
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Student reflection
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Think about how you did. Read the statements below. Tick the boxes that
show how you did [√].
I improved
I needed I am an
Statements during the
help expert!
project
I understood the project brief
and answered the questions.
I used the design thinking
process to decide what tasks to
do and when to do them.
I created a decision tree to plan
the program.
I created a program to control
the smart greenhouse.
I did my own testing and
changed the program if needed.
Explain any other areas that you think you could do better in.
Write your answers below.
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Use the checklist to make sure you have completed all of the required tasks for
the project. Tick the box that shows what you did [√].
Completed?
Project stage/Task
Yes No
1. Understand
I used the design thinking process to decide what tasks to
do and when to do them.
2. Define
I understood the project brief and the steps required to
solve the problem.
I understood the problem and what I needed to do.
3. Ideate
I identified the required sensors to complete the program.
I created a flowchart to plan the program.
4. Prototype
I created a program that was capable of controlling the
sensors.
5. Test
I did my own testing and changed the design if needed.
6. Student Reflection
I reflected upon my own progress and identified what I

was able to do.
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Unit 4 summary
Self-reflection
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1.
2.
3.
1.
2.
I identified the requirements for the project.

I demonstrated knowledge and skills to complete
the project.
I evaluated the project and reflected on individual

performance.
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End of unit quiz
Complete the quiz to check what you have learned.

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1. What is the third stage of the design thinking process?
A. Ideate B. Prototype
C. Test D. Understand
2. Greenhouses can be used to control growing conditions for plants.

A. True
B. False
3. Flowcharts are a good way to plan a program.

A. True
B. False
4. A line sensor was used in the creation of the smart greenhouse.

A. True
B. False
5. Self-reflection is a good way to evaluate a project.

A. True
B. False
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UNIT 1: COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND EMBEDDED SYSTEMS 6

UNIT 2: ELECTRICITY AND ELECTRONICS 22

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Read the statements below. Write True or False.

Sentences True or False

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Look at different examples of embedded systems around you, at home or search

Embedded system Purpose Cost Usage

Applications of embedded systems

Medical Food Transportation Safety Security

Embedded System Application

Blood pressure monitor

Name of embedded system:

Is it part of a big system or can it

How will the system work without

Name of embedded system:

Is it part of a big system or can it

How will the system work without

Microprocessors and Microcontrollers

Microprocessors and Microcontrollers

Does the device have a Microprocessor Microprocessor Microcontroller

What is the function of the device?

What is the function of a Microprocessor

What is the function of a Microcontroller

Internet of Things (IoT)

Distance sensor IR sensor Microcontroller Servomotor

We have now looked at different components which can be used in a smart

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How IoT works?

Programming smart home

sequence selection iteration

In ................................... the instructions are written in order and are executed in

Programming hardware components

Create a smart home program using text-based programming software to

Does the program output a temperature value on No Yes

Explain any changes that you made to your program.

Knowledge and skills reflection

Analyse a range of embedded systems applications.

Explain how a project uses hardware and software

End of unit quiz

What have you learned? Do the quiz.

A. Bicycles B. Home Appliances

5. Sensors are a very important part of the smart home system.

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What is screen time?

Person Average amount of screen time recorded

Which app used the most screen time?

How long did they use the app for?

Do you think this has any impact on the person / people?

Do you think it is a good idea to reduce screen time?

Impact of screen time

Add the following electronic components to your circuit simulator workspace:

Measuring the electrical parameters of electrical