Module 5: Physics
Electricity, circuits, and Ohm’s law.
Use this workbook to practice core KCSE communication skills and record evidence of progress.
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SECTION: PHYSICS
MODULE: 5
Part A: Units
1. Electricity
a. Electric current
b. Circuits
c. Ohm’s law
Part B: Project
Build a simple circuit and apply Ohm’s law.
Project Title: Simple Circuits and Ohm’s Law
Objective: Demonstrate electric current flow and calculate resistance.
Project Instructions:
- 1. Build a simple circuit using a battery, wire, and bulb.
- 2. Draw the circuit diagram with symbols.
- 3. Measure or estimate voltage and current values.
- 4. Use Ohm’s law to calculate resistance.
- 5. Consult your coach where necessary.
Evidence to Submit:
- • Circuit diagram.
- • Voltage/current values and calculations.
- • Ohm’s law result.
Submission
Part C: Training Others
Teach a peer about circuits and Ohm’s law.
Guidance:
- • Explain electric current and circuit components.
- • Demonstrate drawing a simple circuit diagram.
- • Guide the learner through an Ohm’s law example.
Reflection:
- • What did the learner understand well?
- • What needed more explanation?
- • What support do you need from your coach?
Submission
Part D: Assessment
Competency Levels:
1 = Expectations not met
2 = Partially met
3 = Satisfactorily met
4 = Excellently met
Self-assessment:
- • Electric current concepts:
- • Circuit components and diagrams:
- • Ohm’s law calculations:
Coach assessment:
- • Electric current concepts:
- • Circuit components and diagrams:
- • Ohm’s law calculations:
Submission
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