Bright Sparks

'We rely on electricity. It is a very versatile form of energy. But who installs electrical systems in our homes and workplaces? How can we be sure they will work correctly and safely once installed? An understanding the physics of electricity helps electricians do their work.'

This group of practicals and videos uses a workplace context to help students deepen their understanding of electricity generation and its use to power electric motors.

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Bright Sparks: Practicals

Six groups of practical activities produced by the Institute of Physics (IOP), for students to explore key concepts of electricity and magnetism.

Accompanied by the Teachers' and technicians' guide for both the...

Bright Sparks: Activity Sheets

Six activity sheets produced by the Institute of Physics (IOP) to accompany the MODEL Project's Bright Sparks video.

Worksheet One takes an overview of the topic. Worksheets Two - Five are targeted at specific...

Bright Sparks: Videos

This video, produced by the Institute of Physics (IOP), shows electricians from Electrical Contacts Ltd at work refurbishing an office complex in Lime Street in the City of London.

The video is presented as a whole and, for ease of use, also in five sections:

Alan planning the job: A...