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Understanding DC Circuits
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| Understanding DC Circuits |
Understanding DC Circuits covers the first half of a basic electronic circuits theory course, integrating theory and laboratory practice into a single text. Several key features in each unit make this an excellent teaching tool: objectives, key terms, self-tests, lab experiments, and a unit exam.
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Understanding DC Circuits is designed with the electronics beginner and student in mind. The authors use a practical approach, exposing the reader to the systems that are built with DC circuits, making it easy for beginners to master even complex concepts in electronics while gradually building their knowledge base of both theory and applications. Each chapter includes easy-to-read text accompanied by clear and concise graphics fully explaining each concept before moving onto the next. The authors have provided section quizzes and chapter tests so the readers can monitor their progress and review any sections before moving onto the next chapter. Each chapter also includes several electronics experiments, allowing the reader to build small circuits and low-cost projects for the added bonus of hands-on experience in DC electronics.
Understanding DC Circuits fully covers dozens of topics including energy and matter; static electricity; electrical current; conductors; insulators; voltage; resistance; schematic diagrams and symbols; wiring diagrams; block diagrams; batteries; tools and equipment; test and measurement; series circuits; parallel circuits; magnetism; electromagnetism; inductance; capacitance; soldering techniques; circuit troubleshooting; basic electrical safety; plus much more.
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Table of contents
Preface
Course Objectives
Parts List for Experiments
Unit 1. Basics of DC Electronics
Important Terms
Electronic Systems
Energy, Work, and Power
Structure of Matter
Self-Examination
Answers
Electrostatic Charges
Static Electricity
Self-Examination
Answers
Electric Current
Conductors
Insulators
Semiconductors
Current Flow
Electric Force (Voltage)
Resistance
Voltage, Current, and Resistance
Volts, Ohms, and Amperes
Self-Examination
Answers
Components, Symbols, and Diagrams
Resistors
Schematics
Block Diagrams
Wiring Diagrams
Self-Examination
Answers
Electric Units
Scientific Notation
Self-Examination
Answers
Batteries
Self-Examination
Answers
Experimental Activities for DC Electronics
Tools and Equipment
Important Information
Lab Activity Troubleshooting and Testing
Unit 1 Examination
Unit 2. Measuring Voltage, Current, and Resistance
Important Terms
Measuring Resistance
Self-Examination
Answers
Measuring Voltage
Measuring Current
Self-Examination
Answers
Parallel Circuit Measurements
Combination Circuit Measurements
Digital Meters
Self-Examination
Answers
Unit 3. Ohm’s Law and Electric Circuits
Important Terms
Use of Calculators
Ohm’s Law
Self-Examination
Answers
Series Electric Circuits
Summary of Series Circuits
Examples of Series Circuits
Self-Examination
Answers
Parallel Electric Circuits
Summary of Parallel Circuits
Examples of Parallel Circuits
Self-Examination
Answers
Combination Electric Circuits
Examples of Combination Circuits
Kirchhoff’s Laws
Self-Examination
Answers
Power in Electric Circuits
Voltage-Divider Circuits
Self-Examination
Answers
Maximum Power Transfer
Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law Problems
Equivalent Circuits
Self-Examination
Answers
Unit 3 Examination
Unit 4. Magnetism and Electromagnetism
Important Terms
Permanent Magnets
Magnetic Field Around Conductors
Magnetic Field Around a Coil
Self-Examination
Answers
Electromagnets
Magnetic Strength of Electromagnets
Ohm’s Law for Magnetic Circuits
Domain Theory of Magnetism
Electricity Produced by Magnetism
Magnetic Effects
Self-Examination
Answers
Unit 4 Examination
Unit 5. Electronic Instruments
Important Terms
Analog Instruments
Self-Examination
Answers
Comparison Instruments
CRT Instruments
Numerical Readout Instruments
Chart-Recording Instruments
Self-Examination
Answers
Unit 5 Examination
Unit 6. Inductance and Capacitance
Important Terms
Inductance
Capacitance
Capacitor Charging and Discharging
Time-Constant Circuits
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