Students examine the procedure to measure current with an analog ammeter. The use of Function and Range switches is explored along with reading the needle position on the meter scale. A brief quiz completes the activity.

In this learning activity you'll review the operation and schematic symbols of various types of switches and push buttons used for electronic circuits.

In this animated and interactive object, learners examine how a variable voltage is obtained from a variable resistor that is wired as a potentiometer across a fixed DC power supply.

In this animated object, learners examine the mechanical configuration of a three-way switch and how it operates in a circuit. They also view diagrams showing the use of an ohmmeter to determine the electrical connections.

In this learning activity you'll read the steps for proper meter placement for the measurement of resistance, voltage, and current.

In this learning activity you'll review various types of common components used in electronics and view their schematic diagram symbols.

In this screencast, students examine the difference between opens and shorts in an electrical circuit. A brief quiz completes the object. You may also be interested in AMT2404 Electrical Opens and Shorts

In this animated activity, learners examine the difference between opens and shorts in an electrical circuit. A brief quiz completes the object.

Students examine the four factors that affect resistance of a wire: temperature, length, diameter, and the type of material from which it is made. A short quiz completes the activity.

Learners follow procedures for measuring resistance using an analog ohmmeter. They examine the use of the Function Switch and the Range Switch and practice reading a non-linear scale. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Students follow the procedure to measure voltage with an analog voltmeter. They examine the use of the Function Switch and the Range Switch. A brief quiz completes the activity.

In this learning activity you'll review methods for testing an on/off switch with an ohmmeter and a voltmeter.

In this animated object, learners examine the procedure used to determine the types of terminals on a single-pole, double-throw switch.

Students read a step-by-step approach on how to connect a voltmeter to a circuit when making a measurement.

In this animated activity, students view a step-by-step approach of how to connect an ammeter to a circuit. A brief quiz concludes the lesson.

In this animated activity, students read about the two general types of variable resistors: potentiometers and rheostats. They then answer six multiple-choice questions.

Learners read a step-by-step approach on how to connect an ohmmeter when making measurements in this interactive lesson.