Understanding Dc Circuits

by Patrick; Fardo

• ISBN13: 9780750671101
• ISBN10: 0750671106
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-11-16
• Publisher: Elsevier Science

Summary

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. 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.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. XI
Course Objectives	p. XIII
Parts List for Experiments	p. XV
Basics of DC Electronics
Unit Introduction	p. 1
Unit Objectives	p. 1
Important Terms	p. 2
Electronic Systems	p. 4
Energy, Work, and Power	p. 6
Structure of Matter	p. 7
Self-Examination	p. 11
Electrostatic Charges	p. 12
Static Electricity	p. 13
Self-Examination	p. 13
Electric Current	p. 14
Conductors	p. 15
Insulators	p. 15
Semiconductors	p. 15
Current Flow	p. 16
Electric Force (Voltage)	p. 18
Resistance	p. 19
Voltage, Current, and Resistance	p. 20
Volts, Ohms, and Amperes	p. 21
Self-Examination	p. 22
Components, Symbols, and Diagrams	p. 23
Resistors	p. 25
Schematics	p. 28
Block Diagrams	p. 29
Wiring Diagrams	p. 29
Self-Examination	p. 29
Electric Units	p. 31
Scientific Notation	p. 34
Self-Examination	p. 35
Batteries	p. 36
Self-Examination	p. 40
Experimental Activities for DC Circuits	p. 41
Tools and Equipment	p. 42
Important Information	p. 42
Lab Activity Troubleshooting and Testing	p. 42
Components, Equipment, and Symbols	p. 48
Resistor Color Code	p. 53
Unit 1 Examination: Basics of DC Electronics	p. 56
Measuring Voltage, Current, and Resistance
Unit Introduction	p. 59
Unit Objectives	p. 59
Important Terms	p. 60
Measuring Resistance	p. 60
Self-Examination	p. 64
Measuring Voltage	p. 65
Measuring Current	p. 67
Self-Examination	p. 70
Parallel Circuit Measurements	p. 72
Combination Circuit Measurements	p. 72
Digital Meters	p. 73
Self-Examination	p. 74
Measuring Resistance	p. 76
Measuring Voltage	p. 80
Measuring Current	p. 85
Familiarization with Power Supply	p. 89
Unit 2 Examination: Measuring Voltage, Current, and Resistance	p. 91
Ohm's Law and Electric Circuits
Unit Introduction	p. 93
Unit Objectives	p. 93
Important Terms	p. 94
Use of Calculators	p. 95
Ohm's Law	p. 96
Self-Examination	p. 98
Series Electric Circuits	p. 99
Summary of Series Circuits	p. 101
Examples of Series Circuits	p. 101
Self-Examination	p. 102
Parallel Electric Circuits	p. 104
Summary of Parallel Circuits	p. 106
Examples of Parallel Circuits	p. 107
Self-Examination	p. 109
Combination Electrical Circuits	p. 110
Examples of Combination Circuits	p. 111
Kirchhoff's Laws	p. 113
Self-Examination	p. 114
Power in Electric Circuits	p. 115
Voltage Divider Circuits	p. 117
Self-Examination	p. 120
Maximum Power Transfer	p. 121
Kirchhoff's Voltage Law Problems	p. 122
Equivalent Circuits	p. 125
Self-Examination	p. 130
Application of Ohm's Law	p. 134
Series DC Circuits	p. 137
Parallel DC Circuits	p. 140
Combination DC Circuits	p. 143
Power in DC Circuits	p. 147
Voltage Divider Circuits	p. 150
Kirchhoff's Voltage Law	p. 153
Kirchhoff's Current Law	p. 155
Superposition Method	p. 157
Thevinin Equivalent Circuits	p. 159
Norton Equivalent Circuits	p. 162
Maximum Power Transfer	p. 164
Bridge Circuits	p. 166
Unit 3 Examination: Ohm's Law and Electric Circuits	p. 169
Magnetism and Electromagnetism
Unit Introduction	p. 173
Unit Objectives	p. 173
Important Terms	p. 174
Permanent Magnets	p. 175
Magnetic Field Around Conductors	p. 177
Magnetic Field Around a Coil	p. 178
Self-Examination	p. 179
Electromagnets	p. 179
Ohm's Law for Magnetic Circuits	p. 181
Domain Theory of Magnetism	p. 181
Electricity Produced by Magnetism	p. 182
Magnetic Effects	p. 184
Self-Examination	p. 185
The Nature of Magnetism	p. 186
Electromagnetic Relays	p. 188
Unit 4 Examination: Magnetism and Electromagnetism	p. 190
Electronic Instruments
Unit Introduction	p. 193
Unit Objectives	p. 193
Important Terms	p. 194
Analog Instruments	p. 195
Self-Examination	p. 199
Comparison Instruments	p. 206
CRT Instruments	p. 206
Numerical Readout Instruments	p. 208
Chart-Recording Instruments	p. 208
Self-Examination	p. 209
Unit 5 Examination: Electronic Instruments	p. 210
Inductance and Capacitance
Unit Introduction	p. 213
Unit Objectives	p. 213
Important Terms	p. 214
Inductance	p. 215
Capacitance	p. 215
Time-Constant Circuits	p. 221
Self-Examination	p. 224
Time-Constant Circuits	p. 228
Unit 6 Examination: Inductance and Capacitance	p. 232
Electronics Symbols	p. 235
Electric Safety	p. 239
Electronic Equipment and Parts Sales	p. 243
Soldering Techniques	p. 245
Troubleshooting	p. 247
Index	p. 251
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