SMART LIGHT SYSTEM
Introduction to basic electronics, identification of components, understanding circuit connections and using PictoBlox to control a simple lighting system.
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CLIENT SCHOOL / REPORT 2026
SEYLEK CITY COLLEGE
FIRST HALF OF THE TERM REPORT
Technology and Robotics Programme
Presented by: Abraham DavidReporting Period: First Half of the Term | 2026Coding instructors: Mr Kennedy, Mr. DavidAssistants: Mr Ojo and Miss Oyin
02 / STRUCTURE
PRESENTATION OVERVIEW
A clear view of term focus, observed progress, challenges and the next instructional move.
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JSS1 — Term Focus, Accomplishments and Challenges
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JSS1 — Approach to Improvement
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JSS2 — Term Focus, Accomplishments and Challenges
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JSS2 — Approach to Improvement
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JSS3 — Term Focus, Accomplishments and Challenges
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JSS3 — Approach to Improvement
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Overall Progress and Next Steps
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JSS1 — Smart Streetlight Proposed Plan
03 / JSS1 • TERM FOCUS
JSS1 — BUILDING THE FOUNDATION
LIGHT OUTPUT
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SMART STREETLIGHT SYSTEM
Introduction to the LDR/light sensor, sensor readings, conditional logic and automatic lighting based on surrounding light conditions.
LIGHT SENSOR RESPONSE
04 / JSS1 • PROPOSED PLAN
SMART STREETLIGHT SYSTEM — WHAT WILL BE DONE
A practical second-half progression from a simple light output to sensor-controlled automatic lighting.
SMART STREETLIGHT SYSTEM
Students will build and program a small streetlight that senses surrounding light and switches its lamp on when the environment becomes dark.
PLANNED LEARNING PROJECT — COMPLETION DEPENDS ON AVAILABLE TIME, COMPONENTS AND STUDENT READINESS.
UNDERSTAND THE SENSOR
Introduce the LDR/light sensor, explain how its reading changes with brightness and compare bright and dark conditions.
BUILD THE CIRCUIT
Connect the sensor, resistor, LED or lamp, board, breadboard and jumper wires, then check each connection before powering the circuit.
PROGRAM THE RESPONSE
Read the sensor value and use conditional logic: when it is dark, turn the streetlight on; when it is bright, turn it off.
TEST AND CALIBRATE
Test the light at different brightness levels, adjust the threshold and troubleshoot connections with teacher guidance.
MAKE THE STREET MODEL
Mount the lamp on a simple pole or cardboard street model and demonstrate the automatic light response.
PLANNED COMPONENTS
LDR/light sensor • resistor • LED or lamp • Arduino-compatible board • breadboard • jumper wires • simple cardboard street model
EXPECTED EVIDENCE OF LEARNING
Students can identify the sensor, explain the input and output, follow the circuit, use an if/else condition and demonstrate the lamp responding to light.
05 / JSS1 • OBSERVATIONS
JSS1 — PROGRESS AND OBSERVATIONS
- Introduced students to electronic components and their functions.
- Undertook the Smart Light System using PictoBlox.
- Demonstrated basic circuit connections.
- Guided students through practical component assembly.
CONNECTIONS WERE DIFFICULT TO FOLLOW.
Some students found it difficult to understand component connections and follow the practical assembly process.
Progress is reported honestly; mastery is not assumed.06 / JSS1 • APPROACH
JSS1 — MAKING PRACTICAL LEARNING EASIER
COMPONENT FAMILIARISATION
Introduce each component individually and explain its function before practical assembly.
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VISUAL DEMONSTRATION
Project the circuit connections on screen and demonstrate each step.
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GUIDED PRACTICE
Allow students to replicate the demonstrated connections in groups, providing clarification where necessary.
OBSERVED OUTCOME
Students who initially struggled became better able to follow the practical connection process.
NEXT STEP
Apply this structured teaching method to the proposed Smart Streetlight System.
07 / JSS2 • TERM FOCUS
JSS2 — APPLYING TECHNOLOGY TO PROBLEMS
SMART HOME INTRUDER ALERT SYSTEM
A proximity-based alert prototype using Arduino Uno, an ultrasonic sensor, an LED and a buzzer.
- Sensor-based detection.
- Distance thresholds.
- Conditional logic.
- Output control and basic automation.
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SMART AUTOMATIC ROAD BARRIER SYSTEM
A miniature automated road entrance that detects an approaching vehicle and uses a servo motor to raise and lower a barrier.
CURRICULUM PLANNING NOTEThe JSS2 term-specific curriculum was not confirmed. Learning objectives were selected provisionally based on student comprehension and the intended progression of skills.
08 / JSS2 • OBSERVATIONS
JSS2 — PROGRESS AND OBSERVATIONS
- Undertook the Smart Home Intruder Alert prototype.
- Used an ultrasonic sensor to detect approaching objects.
- Integrated LED and buzzer alerts.
- Practised distance thresholds and conditional programming through PictoBlox.
- The planned cardboard chassis/model construction remains incomplete.
- Practical lesson time was reduced to approximately 18 minutes due to the school's assessment timetable.
- The available session was used for student assessments rather than rushing the physical construction.
09 / JSS2 • APPROACH
JSS2 — FROM SENSOR DETECTION TO MECHANICAL AUTOMATION
PROPOSED PROJECT — NOT YET UNDERTAKENSMART AUTOMATIC ROAD BARRIER SYSTEM
Students will progress from detecting objects to controlling a physical mechanical system.
COMPONENTSArduino Uno • ultrasonic sensor • servo motor • LEDs • resistors • breadboard • jumper wires • cardboard
The second sensor is an extension, not a completed feature. Servo motor availability remains to be confirmed.
DETECT
OPEN
PASS
01 COMPONENT INTRODUCTION02 SENSOR INTEGRATION03 PROGRAMMING04 MODEL CONSTRUCTION05 ADVANCED EXTENSION
10 / JSS3 • TERM FOCUS
JSS3 — PROGRESSING TOWARDS ADVANCED ROBOTICS
LINE FOLLOWING ROBOT
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OBSTACLE AVOIDING ROBOT
- Arduino text-based programming.
- Variables, functions, setup() and loop().
- PWM, IR sensors and Serial Monitor debugging.
- Algorithms, mechanics and seed-dispensing integration.
SMART LIGHT SYSTEM
A foundational practical activity used to reinforce electronics because students found the transition to advanced programming and robotics concepts difficult.
FOUNDATION BEFORE COMPLEXITY
11 / JSS3 • OBSERVATIONS
JSS3 — PROGRESS AND OBSERVATIONS
- Undertook a Smart Light System as a foundational practical activity.
- Reinforced basic electronics and circuit connections.
- Identified areas where students require additional support before progressing to advanced robotics.
setup()
loop()
analogRead()
loop()
analogRead()
THE TRANSITION TO TEXT-BASED PROGRAMMING WAS DIFFICULT.
Students experienced difficulty moving from block-based programming to Arduino text-based programming.
Programming syntaxPWM and motor controlIR sensor integrationRobotics algorithms and debugging
Neither proposed robot is presented as completed.12 / JSS3 • APPROACH
JSS3 — STRENGTHENING THE FOUNDATION
Complex robotics becomes achievable when the programming and electronics foundations are secure.
REINFORCE ELECTRONICS
Review basic circuits and component connections.
INTRODUCE TEXT CODING
Teach variables, setup(), loop(), pinMode() and digitalWrite() through simple exercises.
INTRODUCE MOTOR CONTROL
Teach PWM and motor control progressively.
PRACTISE SENSOR PROGRAMMING
Introduce IR sensor readings and Serial Monitor debugging.
ADVANCE TO ROBOTICS
Progress to the Line Following Robot, calibration and mechanical integration, including the seed-dispensing mechanism. Obstacle Avoidance can follow as an extension.
Students must understand the programming and electronics foundations before attempting complex robotics projects.
13 / SYNTHESIS
WHERE WE ARE AND WHERE WE ARE GOING
| CLASS | FIRST-HALF ACTIVITY | PROPOSED SECOND-HALF PROJECT — NOT YET UNDERTAKEN |
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| JSS1 | Smart Light System | Smart Streetlight System |
| JSS2 | Smart Home Intruder Alert | Smart Automatic Road Barrier |
| JSS3 | Smart Light System | Line Following Robot |
All second-half projects shown are proposed and have not yet been undertaken or completed.
NEXT IMPLEMENTATION PRIORITIES
Continue visual, step-by-step practical demonstrations.Allocate adequate time for project construction.Introduce complex concepts progressively.Confirm the JSS2 curriculum and required components.Monitor student understanding throughout practical activities.
THANK YOU
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