Design Technology ยท Grade 8

Physical Computing and Microcontrollers

A hands-on sequence where students build reliable interactive circuits and explain how inputs, code, and outputs form a working system.

6-8 weeks Ready to teach microcontrollersLEDsbuttonssensorsbreadboards

Student Task

Students design an interactive device that senses an input and produces a useful output. The finished work includes a circuit diagram, working code, and testing notes.

Reflection

This project builds the habits needed for larger robotics and sensor work: tidy wiring, careful testing, and clear explanation.