PHET Interactive Simulations: Circuit Construction Kit (AC+DC), Virtual Lab

Topics

Circuits
Light Bulbs
Batteries
Switches
Ammeter
Voltmeter
Capacitor
Inductor
AC Voltage

Description

Build circuits with capacitors, inductors, resistors and AC or DC voltage sources, and inspect them using lab instruments such as voltmeters and ammeters.

Sample Learning Goals

Discuss basic electricity relationships.
Build circuits from schematic drawings.
Use an ammeter and voltmeter to take readings in circuits.
Provide reasoning to explain the measurements and relationships in circuits.
Discuss basic electricity relationships in series and parallel circuits.
Provide reasoning to explain the measurements in circuits.
Determine the resistance of common objects in the "Grab Bag."
Discuss how a capacitor in a circuit charges up and then discharges.
Discuss the behavior of an inductor in a circuit.