Gearheads WIKI

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====== Microcontrollers ======

===== Skilled Level =====

Students demonstrate **basic understanding and safe use** of measurement tools.

● Identify common meters and measurement tools (digital multimeter, clamp meter, voltage tester).

● Understand **basic electrical quantities**: voltage, current, resistance, continuity.

● Demonstrate **safe handling of meters** (proper leads, voltage rating, avoiding shorts).

● Measure **battery voltage** and confirm polarity.

● Measure simple circuit **continuity**.

● Observe and interpret **basic readings** from meters.

● Demonstrate correct use of **measurement units** (V, A, Ω).

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===== Independent Level =====

Students can **perform independent measurements, analysis, and troubleshooting**.

● Measure **current draw** of motors or subsystems using a multimeter or clamp meter.

● Measure **voltage drops** across components and wiring.

● Measure **resistance** and verify component values (resistors, fuses).

● Troubleshoot electrical issues using measured values (open circuits, shorts, brownouts).

● Pass the **Black box** measurement test

● Select the correct **meter range and settings** for different tasks.

● Mentor another student on proper meter use and safety.

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===== Leader Level =====

Students **lead measurement and diagnostic efforts** for the team.

● Supervise meter usage for troubleshooting and subsystem verification.

● Develop **team procedures or checklists** for measurement of electrical systems.

● Train team members on **advanced measurement techniques** (current profiling, voltage sag under load, continuity checks in complex wiring).

● Lead pre-competition checks using meters to ensure all **batteries, motors, and CAN devices** are operating correctly.

● Analyze measurement data to recommend **component replacements or system optimizations**.

● Integrate measurements into **team documentation** for future troubleshooting and build planning.

● Demonstrate use of **advanced diagnostic tools**, such as oscilloscopes, for complex signals (optional for expert-level students).