====== Electrical Components Specailization ======

===== Skilled Level =====

Students demonstrate **basic understanding and safe use** of electronic components.

● Be able to identify common components by **sight and symbol** (resistors, capacitors, LEDs, diodes, switches, relays, fuses).

● Explain the **function** of each component in a circuit.

● Demonstrate correctly orientation of polarized components (e.g., electrolytic capacitors, diodes, LEDs).

● Demonstrate component connections in **simple circuits** (breadboard or prototype board).

● Read and interpret **component values** (resistor color codes, capacitor ratings).

● Measure component values using a **multimeter** (resistance, continuity, voltage drop).

● Demonstrate basic use of **fuses and circuit protection**.

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===== Independent Level =====

Students can **design, assemble, and troubleshoot circuits** using components.

● Build functional circuits independently using **multiple components** (switches, LEDs, resistors, relays).

● Select components with **appropriate ratings** for the robot’s electrical system.

● Troubleshoot malfunctioning circuits: identify **shorts, open circuits, and incorrect component orientation**.

● Use a multimeter or oscilloscope to **verify component operation** in a live circuit.

● Understand and implement **basic debouncing, current-limiting, and protection techniques** for components.

● Document circuits using a **schematic or wiring diagram**.

● Teach or assist another student in **assembling a small circuit or troubleshooting a component fault**.

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===== Leader Level =====

Students **lead others in electronics design, testing, and integration** for the robot.

● Lead the design of a **robot subsystem circuit**, specifying all component types, ratings, and placement.

● Supervise the assembly and testing of complex circuits, ensuring **safe and reliable operation**.

● Train and mentor team members in **component selection, testing, and troubleshooting techniques**.

● Develop **team standards for electronics assembly** (color coding, labeling, orientation conventions).

● Analyze and improve circuit designs for **efficiency, safety, and reliability**.

● Oversee integration of electronics circuits into the **robot’s overall electrical system**.

● Lead **post-build troubleshooting and repair** for component-level failures during competition.