Key Stage 2

ICT KS2 Unit 5E - Controlling devices

In this unit children learn how to control simple devices, such as buzzers, small motors and lights, using basic control boxes. They learn how to control devices by turning them on and off according to a set of instructions. This will be developed so that children understand how to sequence a set of instructions to get a desired outcome.
They will apply what they have learnt in this unit when learning about the built environment, for example traffic lights, or simple manufacturing processes.

WEBLINKS	Robolab and the RCX brick Control Technology - Deltronics A series of lessons on control
SOFTWARE	Crystal Rainforest 2 - Sherston Software (Acorn and PC - RM Networkable)
BOOKS	A series of pupils’ books, teachers’ books and photocopiable resource sheets from Smart Learning Ltd.(www.smart-learning.co.uk for samples) The facilities below are only available to Isle of Wight Schools Click here to order your Projects from School Library Service Click here for Education Centre - Library Resources

OTHER RESOURCES

• control box
• simple switches and output devices such as buzzers, lights and small motors