9-12 Grade LVL
Develop this strand through the structured course pathway, unit study, and recurring practice tasks.
Course
Electronics Engineering I: Foundations of Electrical Systems
Self-paced foundational electronics: circuit fundamentals, Ohm's Law, power, resistive networks, AC circuits, semiconductors, digital logic, microcontroller basics, and safety systems.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Electronics Engineering or equivalent lab readiness
Units
12
Lessons
36
Labs
36
Assessments
36
Estimated Length
180h estimated
What You'll Learn
Core concepts and engineering habits developed across the pathway.
Self-Paced
Develop this strand through the structured course pathway, unit study, and recurring practice tasks.
NJ Standards
Develop this strand through the structured course pathway, unit study, and recurring practice tasks.
Engineering
Develop this strand through the structured course pathway, unit study, and recurring practice tasks.
VEX Curriculum
Develop this strand through the structured course pathway, unit study, and recurring practice tasks.
Course Pathway
Structured blocks with one recommended unit expanded by default.
Block 1
Circuit Fundamentals to Series and Parallel Circuits
A sequenced section of the course pathway that groups adjacent units into one thematic block.
Select a unit to start directly at lesson 1.
01
Unit 1
Continue HereCircuit Fundamentals
Understand voltage, current, resistance, and basic circuit analysis.
3 lessons3 labs3 assessments15h estimatedBeginner
Opens at lesson 1
Learning Outcomes
- Work through week 1 with applied engineering reasoning.
- Work through week 2 with applied engineering reasoning.
- Work through week 3 with applied engineering reasoning.
References / Standards
9-12 Grade LVLSelf-Paced
Lab / Practice
3 embedded labs or applied exercises move this unit from theory into build, testing, or analysis work.
Assessment
3 mastery checks help verify understanding before the next block of the pathway.
02
Unit 2
Ohm's Law and Power
Master Ohm's Law relationships and power calculations in DC circuits.
3 lessons3 labs3 assessments15h estimatedBeginner
Opens at lesson 1
03
Unit 3
Series and Parallel Circuits
Design and analyze combined series-parallel circuit configurations.
3 lessons3 labs3 assessments15h estimatedBeginner
Opens at lesson 1
Block 2
Circuit Analysis Methods to AC Circuits and Sinusoids
A sequenced section of the course pathway that groups adjacent units into one thematic block.
Select a unit to start directly at lesson 1.
04
Unit 4
Circuit Analysis Methods
Apply Kirchhoff's laws and nodal analysis to complex circuits.
3 lessons3 labs3 assessments15h estimatedBeginner
Opens at lesson 1
05
Unit 5
Capacitance and Inductance
Understand energy storage elements and transient responses.
3 lessons3 labs3 assessments15h estimatedIntermediate
Opens at lesson 1
06
Unit 6
AC Circuits and Sinusoids
Analyze alternating current circuits using phasor methods.
3 lessons3 labs3 assessments15h estimatedIntermediate
Opens at lesson 1
Block 3
Diodes and Rectifiers to Digital Logic and Boolean Algebra
A sequenced section of the course pathway that groups adjacent units into one thematic block.
Select a unit to start directly at lesson 1.
07
Unit 7
Diodes and Rectifiers
Understand semiconductor diodes and rectification circuits.
3 lessons3 labs3 assessments15h estimatedIntermediate
Opens at lesson 1
08
Unit 8
Transistors and Amplifiers
Analyze BJT and MOSFET transistors as amplifiers and switches.
3 lessons3 labs3 assessments15h estimatedIntermediate
Opens at lesson 1
09
Unit 9
Digital Logic and Boolean Algebra
Design combinational and sequential digital circuits.
3 lessons3 labs3 assessments15h estimatedAdvanced
Opens at lesson 1
Block 4
Microcontroller Fundamentals to Capstone Design Project
A sequenced section of the course pathway that groups adjacent units into one thematic block.
Select a unit to start directly at lesson 1.
10
Unit 10
Microcontroller Fundamentals
Program microcontrollers for embedded applications.
3 lessons3 labs3 assessments15h estimatedAdvanced
Opens at lesson 1
11
Unit 11
Power Systems and Safety
Design safe power distribution and protective circuits.
3 lessons3 labs3 assessments15h estimatedAdvanced
Opens at lesson 1
12
Unit 12
Capstone Design Project
Design, build, and test a complete electronics system.
3 lessons3 labs3 assessments15h estimatedAdvanced
Opens at lesson 1
Course Resources
NJ Standards Alignment
8.2.12.ED.18.2.12.ED.58.2.12.NT.19.4.12.TL.3
A comprehensive 36-week foundational course in electrical systems spanning 12 modules: circuit fundamentals, power relationships, circuit analysis, energy storage, AC circuits, semiconductor devices, digital logic, microcontrollers, power systems, and a capstone design project. Students build practical understanding through labs, simulations, and real-world testing.