Synopses & Reviews
This full-color guide provides a clear introduction to DC/AC circuits with numerous exercises and examples, an abundance of illustrations, photographs, tables and charts, and a strong emphasis on troubleshooting. Uses a conventional-flow approach throughout, and incorporates mathematical concepts only when needed to understand the discussion. Covers everything from components, quantities and units to voltage, current and resistance; series circuits; magnetism and electromagnetism; phasors and complex numbers; capacitors; inductors; RC and RL circuits; circuit theorems, and more. Considers reactive circuits by "circuit type" as well as by "component type." Integrates many TECH Tips (Technology Theory Into Practice) and PSpice Computer Analysis sections that apply theory learned to a practical activity using realistic circuit board and instrument graphics. Weaves worked examples and related exercises throughout to clarify basic concepts and illustrate procedures and troubleshooting techniques. Contains over 1,300 full-color illustrations, and over 750 problem sets and 850 self-test and review questions. For electronic technology professionals or anyone who wants a fundamental understanding of the principles of electric circuits.
Synopsis
This new edition of
Principles of Electric Circuits provides complete, up-to-date, and straightforward coverage of the basics of electrical components and circuits, with emphasis on analysis, applications, and troubleshooting. In Floyd's uniquely engaging and clear writing style, the essential concepts are creatively presented and reinforced until the reader has a firm grasp of every key element pertaining to electric circuits. The book is widely acclaimed and highly recommended as the ideal text for use in the classroom or for anyone intending to pursue a career in electronics.
New features and improvements in this edition include, but are not limited to: - Extensive additions to troubleshooting coverage, including a troubleshooter's quiz in every chapter
- Expanded coverage of engineering notation
- Safety Notes placed strategically throughout the text
- The CD-ROM included with each copy of the text, which provides circuit simulations in both Electronics Workbench Version 5 and Multisim for the Troubleshooting and Analysis problems