Synopses & Reviews
Now in its fourth edition, Introduction to Electronics continues to offer its readers a complete introduction to basic electricity/electronics principles with emphasis on hands-on application of theory. Expanded discussion of Capacitive AC, Inductive AC, and Resonance Circuits is just the beginning! For the first time, MultiSIM? problems have been integrated into Introduction to Electronics, providing even greater opportunities to apply basic electronics principles and develop critical thinking skills by building, analyzing, and troubleshooting DC and AC circuits. In addition, this electron flow, algebra-based electricity/electronics primer now includes coverage of topics such as surface mount components, Karnaugh maps, and microcontrollers that are becoming increasingly important in today's world. Introduction to Electronics is the ideal choice for readers with no prior electronics experience who seek a basic background in DC and AC circuits that aligns closely with today's business and industry requirements. Objectives are clearly stated at the beginning of each brief, yet highly focused chapter to focus attention on key points. In addition, all-new photographs are used throughout the book and detailed, step-by-step examples are included to show how math and formulas are used. Chapter-end review questions and summaries ensure mastery, while careers are profiled throughout Introduction to Electronics, 4th Edition to stimulate the reader's interest in further study and/or potential employment in electronics or related fields.
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Obtain the fundamental background in electronics needed to succeed in today's increasingly digital world! The fifth edition continues to expose readers to the broad field of electronics at a level that can be easily understood, with all-new information on circuit board fabrication, assembly, and repair as well as practical applications and troubleshooting. Color has been added to all drawings and photos that supplement the descriptions of important concepts and techniques, making it even easier to master basic theory. Coverage is divided into six sections - DC Circuits, AC Circuits, Semiconductor Devices, Linear Circuits, Digital Circuits, and now, Practical Applications - a new section providing hands-on opportunities to apply DC/AC principles.
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INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONICS, SIXTH EDITION provides readers with a broad overview of both the linear and digital fields of electronics while also providing the basics so they can understand the fundamentals of electronics. This book is intended for first year students or users to stimulate their interest in electronics, whether they are in high school, college or the field, and will provide them with a fundamental background in electronics that they need to succeed in today's increasingly digital world. The sixth edition continues to expose readers to the broad field of electronics at a level that they can easily understand. Chapters are brief and focused and frequent examples are used to show math and formulas in use. Each chapter builds on the previous chapter to allow readers to grow with the knowledge necessary to continue. There are many new problems and review questions and Internet applications that enhance readers' learning and retention of the material. In addition, new photographs keep them up to date with changes in the field of electronics and a new topic on Programmable Interface Controllers (PICs) is included as well. INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONICS, SIXTH EDITION is written to allow readers to understand the fundamentals of electronics.
About the Author
Earl Gates is an Associate Professor, Emeritus at the State University of New York at Oswego. He obtained both his analog and digital electronics experience during his military career in the US Navy. Mr. Gates has taught electronics in Middle School, High School and at the College level and this experience has contributed significantly in developing this book as a successful learning tool. Currently he is also teaching at CHOiCES Charter School of Florence and Darlington, South Carolina and is the owner and President of TEK Prep, a company with a focus on education. Mr. Gates has an Associate Degree in Science, a Bachelor of Science Degree, a Master of Science Degree and an ABD.Mr. Chartrand holds a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from Queen?s university in Kingston Ontario. He has been teaching digital courses for 20 years at Niagara College in Welland , Ontario. Mr. Chartrand has made industry contributions with various designs including interfacing an infrared camera to a PC, creating a digital circuit board used as a PC training system, and designing a control pendant for an air-filled medical bed. He also worked as a plant engineer for General Motors.
Table of Contents
Part I: DC CIRCUITS. 1. Fundamentals of Electricity. 2. Current. 3. Voltage. 4. Resistance. 5. Ohm's Law. 6. Electrical Measurements?Meters. 7. Power. 8. DC Circuits. 9. Magnetism. 10. Inductance. 11. Capacitance. Part II: AC CIRCUITS. 12. Alternating Current. 13. AC Measurements. 14. Resistive AC Circuits. 15. Capacitive AC Circuits. 16. Inductive AC Circuits. 17. Resonance Circuits. 18. Transformers. Part III: SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES 181. 19. Semiconductor Fundamentals. 20. PN Junction Diodes. 21. Zener Diodes. 22. Bipolar Transistors. 23. Field Effect Transistors (FETs). 24. Thyristors. 25. Integrated Circuits. 26. Optoelectric Devices. Part IV: LINEAR ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS. 27. Power Supplies. 28. Amplifier Basics. 29. Amplifier Applications. 30. Oscillators. 31. Waveshaping Circuits. Part V: DIGITAL ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS 313. 32. Binary Number System. 33. Basic Logic Gates. 34. Simplifying Logic Circuits 330. 35. Sequential Logic Circuits 338. 36. Combinational Logic Circuits. 37. Microcomputer Basics. Part VI: PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS. 38. Printed Circuit Board Fabrication. 39. Printed Circuit Board Assembly and Repair. 40. Basic Troubleshooting. Glossary. Self-Test Answers. Appendix 1: Electronics Abbreviations. Appendix 2: Periodic Table of Elements. Appendix 3: The Greek Alphabet. Appendix 4: Metric Prefixes Used in Electronics. Appendix 5: Resistor Color Codes. Appendix 6: Capacitor Color Code. Appendix 7: Electronics Symbols. Appendix 8: Semiconductor Schematic Symbols. Appendix 9: Digital Logic Symbols. Appendix 10: DC and AC Circuit Formulas. Index.