WorksheetsElectronic Systems in Design Technology
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 12mins
What is the primary purpose of a system diagram in design and technology?
To provide a detailed list of materials
To illustrate the flow of information and processes
To calculate the cost of production
To show the aesthetic design of a product
Which of the following is a common input device in a system?
LED
Motor
Sensor
Speaker
In a systems approach, what is the role of a process block?
To store data
To convert inputs into outputs
To display information
To power the system
Which of the following is an example of an output device?
Microcontroller
Thermistor
Buzzer
Resistor
What is the function of feedback in a system?
To increase the speed of the system
To provide information about the output to adjust the input
To reduce the cost of production
To enhance the aesthetic appeal
Which of the following best describes a closed-loop system?
A system with no feedback
A system that operates manually
A system that uses feedback to control its operation
A system that is always on
What is a common use of a microcontroller in a system?
To act as a power source
To process data and control devices
To amplify sound
To measure temperature
Reorder these stages of an electronic system into a typical order
Input
Process
Output
Which of the following is an advantage of using a systems approach in design?
It limits creativity
It increases the complexity of the design
It ensures a structured and organised process
It reduces the need for collaboration
What is the primary benefit of using flowcharts in system design?
To reduce the cost of materials
To visually represent the sequence of operations
To enhance the colour scheme of the product
To increase the size of the product
What is the role of a sensor in a system?
To provide visual output
To detect changes in the environment
To power the system
To store data
Which of the following is a characteristic of an open-loop system?
It requires manual intervention
It operates without feedback
It is always on
It uses feedback to adjust its operation
What is the main advantage of using a microcontroller in a system?
To increase the size of the system
To reduce the need for sensors
To simplify the control of complex processes
To enhance the aesthetic design
Which technique is specifically mentioned as being used for the design of electronic devices?
Pie Charts
Isometric Drawing
Flow Charts
Mood Boards
Which two words can go in this symbol? [2 answers]
Start
Input
End
Output
Which of the following are valid flowchart symbols?
This shapes below indicate the different steps in a system. Match the below shapes to their correct step in a flow chart.
Process
Start/End
Input/Output
Arrow (shows flow direction)
Decision
Click to enlargen the image. What decision will John make if it is 7:15 am?
Take the metro
Take the bus
Walk
Check the time
A benefit of using flow charts is:
