Synopses & Reviews
From principles of basic circuits through analysis of passive and active circuit components, Foundations of Electronics is the perfect choice for introducing readers to the world of electronics technology. Chock full of full-color charts, photographs, schematics and diagrams, this newly redesigned edition uses real-world color codes and strategic highlighting to focus attention on key points. Reader-friendly and ideal for technician training, this comprehensive book begins by exploring basic concepts such as voltage, current, plus power and resistance in series, parallel and combination circuits. Equipped with an understanding of circuit behavior, readers move on to the study of more complex topics, including: network theorems, magnetism, resonance, and more. Throughout the book, step-by-step examples and practice problems appear directly after explanations of key concepts, providing a bridge between must-know theory and hands-on circuit work. Attention-getting previews, helpful key terms lists, learning objectives, summaries and other pedagogical aids have also been integrated into every chapter to motivate users and build their confidence.
Synopsis
This easy-to-read book covers all the subjects required for a solid foundation in the fundamentals of electronics. It makes learning theories and prinicples easy, preparing the way for more advanced training. Lots of full color photographs, diagrams and charts help clarify and reinforce topics, while end-of-chapter Formulas Summaries and Sample Calculator Sequence provide excellent learning aids and reference materials. Combined with the Laboratory Projects Manual, this book can even be used as a complete, integrated teaching/learning system that allows for hands on application of concepts.
Synopsis
This reader-friendly text covers all the subjects a student or technician-in-training needs to learn in order to have a solid foundation in the fundamentals of electronics. It makes learning theories and principles easy, preparing the way for more advanced training. Lots of full color photographs, diagrams and charts help clarify and reinforce topics, while end-of-chapter Formulas Summaries and Sample Calculator Sequence provide excellent learning aids and reference materials. Combined with the Laboratory Projects Manual, this textbook quickly transforms into a complete, integrated teaching/learning system that allows for hands on application of concepts. ALSO AVAILABLE Lab Manual,
Table of Contents
FOUNDATIONAL CONCEPTS: Basic Concepts of Electricity. Electrical Quantities and Components. Ohm's Law. BASIC CIRCUIT ANALYSIS: Series Circuits. Parallel Circuits. Series-Parallel Circuits. Basic Network Theorems. Network Analysis and Techniques. PRODUCING AND MEASURING ELECTRICAL QUANTITIES. Cells and Batteries. Magnetism and Electromagnetism. DC Measuring Instruments. Basic AC Quantities. The Oscilloscope. REACTIVE COMPONENTS: Inductance. Inductive Reactance in AC. RL Circuits in AC. Basic Transformer Characteristics. Capacitance. Capacitive Reactance in AC. RC Circuits in AC. RLC Circuits Analysis. Series and Parallel Resonance. APPENDICES: Appendix A: Color Codes. Appendix B: Answers to In-Process Learning Checks and Practice Problems. Answers to Odd-Numbered Review Questions, Challenge Questions, and Test Yourself. Appendix C: Chapter Challenge Test Results. Appendix D: Copper-Wire Table. Appendix E: Useful Conversion Factors. Appendix F: Schematic Symbols. Appendix G: Glossary. Appendix H: Basic Calculator Operations. INDEX.