1.5 Networks and Coverage

The aim of this Teaching Block is to encourage students to think about mobile phones – personal digital devices that they use every day – in a new and savvy way. Whilst exploring mobile phone technology and usage, students will touch upon all

the topics covered in this unit

TOPIC 1 ‘My Phone’

1.5 Networks and Coverage

This is an interactive PowerPoint presentation. Work your way through different slides and answer the questions when

you need to.

1.5 Networks and Coverage

SPECIFICATION

OUTCOMESOUTCOMES

OBJECTIVES

mobile phone networks and coveragepossible health risks associated with mobile phone networks/usageconnection types (GPRS, EDGE, 3G)environmental issues related to the manufacture, use and disposal of mobile phones

explain in basic terms the principles of cell networksexplain the difference between connection types and check coverage in a particular areadescribe health concerns associated with mobile phone networks/usagedescribe the environmental issues associated with the manufacture, use and disposal of mobile phones

2.4 Factors affecting speed and volume of data transfer

2.6 Commonly used communication networks

6.4 Health and safety issues that arise from individuals’ use of ICT

6.9 Sustainability issues and how ICT can help minimise/address them

1.5 Networks and Coverage

HOW DO THESE MOILES WORK?Can you list any specific features? E.g. How to unlock

Have you ever wondered how a mobile phone

works? You don’t need to know all of the technical details, as savvy users

you should have a basic understanding.

1.5 Networks and Coverage

HOW DOES IT WORK?Read about the simple terms of how mobile phone networks work

Write down a list of the key terms and what they mean.

http://www.missphones.co.uk/article/gsm-circuit-switching

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Term Definition

1.5 Networks and Coverage

Examples of health risks include:• Radio waves and body absorption• Risks to children• Research and evidence• Driving and mobile phones• Mobile phones and hospital equipment

Read about more on the possible risks on the following website:

WHATS ALL THE FUSS ABOUT?

http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Mobile-phone-safety/Pages/

Risks.aspx

1.5 Networks and Coverage

Experts say that there are possible health risks posed by mobile phone networks/usage

WHATS ALL THE FUSS ABOUT?

Write down the possible health risks posed by mobile phone networks/usage

EXTRA REVISION:Design a leaflet providing ‘how to’ advice on safe/responsible disposal of old

mobile phones. Put this in your revision folder once completed.