What is an Information Technologist?

Information Technologists - Hardware assemble, repairs, and upgrade microcomputer systems, components, and peripherals as well as install operating systems and application software.

What will I be learning?

In this project, you will be learning to how to solder electronic components to a circuit board and build a flashing european siren. Soldering is an essential skills to learn for information technology - hardware technicians.

Snap a picture of your completed project and of the activity sheet to be entered to win exciting prizes. When you’re done, the soldering iron and circuit board are yours to keep.

What's in the Kit?

WEmake learn to solder kit
Activity sheet

Additional Materials

Safety Note: Complete this kit only under the supervision of a parent/guardian. The soldering iron is hot and requires care when using. Always wear your safety glasses when working with these tools.

Watch the videos to learn about the Information Technology - Hardware Technician trade. Spend some time looking at the OYAP resources we’ve included for you.

Read the WEmake Soldering Kit instructions to learn about electronic components. With the assistance of a parent/guardian, follow the instructions to practice soldering.

With the assistance of a parent/guardian, follow the instructions to assemble the circuit board. Use the potentiometer to adjust the volume of your siren.

Study the electronics terminology on page 14 and complete the quiz on page 15 to see what you have learned.

Take a photo of your finished project and submit it with the activity sheet to OYAP@dsbn.org for a chance to win an exciting prize.