Team of 2 · Tests and on-site circuit challenge
Electrical Applications
You and a partner will build and measure a circuit from a diagram.
What you make or do
- Prepare for individual tests on electrical and electronic theory.
- If you advance, assemble a circuit from the supplied schematic, take required measurements, and explain your solution in an interview.
This year’s challenge
No separate annual theme is posted. The circuit problem is supplied at the conference.
How the competition works
Before the event
Study circuit concepts, practice using a breadboard and multimeter, and prepare the toolkit required by the guide. Each teammate brings a laptop for the online test.
First round
Both teammates take the one-hour test individually. Their average score determines the team's ranking.
If you advance
Work together for one hour to build the assigned circuit and measure it using your own kit. Stay with the circuit for the judges' interview.
Know before you choose: You bring components and tools, but build the competition circuit during the event. Both teammates must remain the same for the test and circuit rounds.
How your work is scored
The average test score contributes to the final score. Judges also assess the circuit's accuracy and completeness, correct component use, measurements, and your explanation.
Official files to keep
- Download the full event guide (PDF)
- Download the official rubric or score sheet (PDF)
- Download the general rules (PDF)
- Download the complete guide with the forms appendix (PDF)
Read the guide, current challenge, and updates together. This overview helps you choose; the official documents give the full requirements.
Guide evidence: 171–177. Annual sources checked September 10, 2026. These are national competition rules; your teacher will confirm any regional or state changes.
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