
Engaging GCSE Electronics lesson on Applications of Diodes. Covers [lesson focus] with explanations, worked examples, and practice activities.
Full Description
This resource is part of the Applications of Diodes module for WJEC Eduqas GCSE Electronics (9–1). It provides clear teaching content and practice
What’s included:
Explanations of key diode principles with diagrams
Worked examples and model answers
Practice questions with solutions
Opportunities for retrieval and exam-style application
Key learning from this lesson:
Students will be able to:
Understand the I–V characteristics of diodes
Apply diodes for component protection (e.g. reversed supply, inductive loads)
Explain and model half-wave rectification of AC signals
Describe and calculate voltage regulation using zener diodes
Why teachers use this resource:
Saves preparation time with ready-to-use content
Supports exam specification directly (WJEC Eduqas Component 1)
Provides both theory and applied examples to reinforce understanding
Ideal for classwork, homework, or revision activities
This lesson is part of the Applications of Diodes Module Pack, which contains multiple lessons covering forward/reverse bias, rectification, protection, and voltage regulation.
Keywords
GCSE Electronics, WJEC Eduqas, applications of diodes, rectification, zener diode, voltage regulation, I–V characteristics, DC circuits, AC circuits, protection diodes
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