Principles of Electric Circuits Review

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(More customer reviews)This books focuses on the fundamentals of electric circuits. It walks students very carefully through the basics of electric circuits. What I liked in particular was that the book provides examples of things like: "why would you place resistors in parallel" or "why would you place resistors in a series".
It has a CD in the back that I haven't tried yet, but looks interesting. The CD has more experiments with circuits using a simulator or two.

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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.--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Introductory Circuit Analysis Review

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(More customer reviews)Good book. Easy to understand and comprehend. Very helpful for a beginner.

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Appropriate for higher-level, conventional flow courses in DC/AC Circuits. Two- or four-year technology and some engineering programs.This is the most thorough, understandable presentation of circuit analysis available...one that for nearly three decades has led the field with explanations, descriptions, and examples presented at a level that introductory readers can really understand!

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Becoming an Electronics Technician: Servicing Your High-Tech Future Review

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(More customer reviews)"Becoming an Electronics Technician" contains everything you need to determine if being an electronics technician is for you and how best to go about learning how to be an electronics technician.
The book begins by covering what it means to be an electronics technician. This section describes the wide variety of work electronics technicians do, from medical electronics to industrial electronics and communications electronics to computer electronics and much more. Each of these different fields offer their own challenges and opportunities for excellent careers. The book continues with an overview of today's electronics workplace and look into the future, as well a review of what electronics technicians need to know to succeed. The introductory section closes with profiles of five actual electronics technicians, describing the kinds of challenges each faces.
The second section of the book discusses how to become an electronics technician. The various ways of gaining the required education are reviewed, followed by strategies for making the most of your classroom experience and things you can do beyond the classroom to prepare you to succeed as an electronics technician. There is an excellent discussion of the value of technician certifications and an entire chapter on information technology certifications, with emphasis on the A+ Certification. The section wraps up with advice on finding, getting, and keeping that important first electronics technician position.
The final section of "Becoming an Electronics Technician" introduces the reader to the electronics field. Starting with a discussion of the various methods of 'breadboarding' electronics circuits; a crucial step in learning how the circuits used in electronics devices work. The book continues with tips on troubleshooting circuits, information on how various electronic transducers work, and a short course on solid-state electronic components. There's an excellent chapter on electronics safety, from electrical shock to hazards from electronics tools and chemicals commonly used in electronics. In addition to a short discussion on surface mount technology and a wide range of electronics projects, the book contains an excellent review of circuit simulation software.
The author, Ronald A. Reis, teaches electronics at Los Angeles Valley College. He wrote the first edition of "Becoming an Electronics Technology" in 1993 and has updated it every few years as the electronics industry and economy has changed. The book is written in an engaging and clear style that makes it easy to understand.
Each chapter includes review questions, individual or group activities, and issue for class discussion. This gives the student a quick way to reinforce the material in the book and to delve further into the matters covered. Also, for those considering using this book for an introductory course on electronics, there is an instructor's manual.
All in all, this is an excellent book that does an outstanding job of helping one understand what the electronics technician profession is (and isn't). I strongly recommend this book for anyone interested in learning about the electronics and trying to determine if being an electronics technician might be for them.
Review by Mike Powers, Radideo.com Guide, June 2003

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Describes the role of an electronics technician and explains how to prepare to become one. This guide offers a complete discussion of the study skills necessary to succeed in the profession, and shows how to secure a first job as an electronics technician.

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Today's Technician: Automotive Electricity and Electronics (Classroom and shop manual set) Review

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(More customer reviews)As a college teacher of an automotive electrical & electronics course, I use this book as a text. I chose it because it is the best book I could find, but I am still not very satisfied with it. Only about half of the material is useful to someone who is learning how to understand, diagnose, and repair automotive electrical systems. The other half of the material is confusing and makes electrical systems seem more intimidating than they really are. For this reason, I only assign students to read segments of each book. I often get comments from students about how confusing the book is on a certain subject--and I would have to agree with them in most cases.
There are also a fair number of inaccuracies in the text and the diagrams. Overall, it is about the best textbook of this type, but it really needs to be streamlined and more effectively written!

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The newest edition of this classroom and shop manual set continues to provide unsurpassed coverage of the theory and procedures for automotive electricity and electronics.Streamlined diagnostic and service procedures and added attention to data bus networks, including the CAN, LIN, ISO, and other common systems, are highlighted in this revision. Expanded coverage of vehicle accessory systems includes the new multi-stage air bag systems, weight classification systems, side air bag systems, and laser guided cruise control systems. An all-new chapter on hybrid and high voltage systems is also featured.

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