ELECTRONICS guide series
Introduction to Electronics Introduction to electronic components and tools
This guide will help you understand electronic circuits—the fundamental building blocks of modern technology. Electronics are all around us, embedded in countless devices we use daily, and it all starts with these circuits.
Introduction to electronic components and tools
Let's examine the basic electronic components used to create electrical circuits. I have created this table to summarise them, and I will look at each one in a moment. While there are many different sub-types of each component, at a high level, all electrical circuits, from the simplest to the most complex, are based on the components in this table.
| Component | Function |
|---|---|
| Resistors | Manage the flow of electrons, affecting current and voltage within a circuit. |
| Capacitors | Store and release electrical power momentarily. |
| Inductors | An inductor is a passive electrical component that stores energy in its magnetic field when electric current flows through it. |
| Transistors | Amplify or switch electronic signals. |
| Diodes | Allow current to flow in one direction, blocking it in the other. |
| Integrated Circuits | Miniaturized circuits that perform various electronic functions. |
I'll introduce a few important concepts in electronics next. There is no need to go into the details later, as we will gradually do that later.
INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONICS
A comprehensive course to help you start your adventure in electronics. Solve circuits, simulate, and experiment on the breadboard.
Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of electronics? Whether you're a hobbyist looking to build your first circuit, a student seeking a deeper understanding of how electronics work, or a professional expanding your skillset, this course is your gateway to mastering the essentials of electronics.
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1. What is this course about?
2. Hardware
3. Software
4. Course organisation and study guide
5. What are electronic circuits?
6. What is electricity?
7. Key principles in electronics
8. Direct Current (DC) and Alternating Current (AC) circuits
9. Analog and Digital Electronics
10. Introduction to electronic components and tools
11. Resistors, quick introduction
12. Capacitors, quick introduction
13. Inductors, quick introduction
14. Diodes, quick introduction
15. Transistors, quick introduction
16. Integrated circuits, quick introduction
17. Circuit boards, quick introduction
18. Breadboards, quick introduction
19. Ohm's Law, quick introduction
20. Basic tools in electronics
21. Circuit simulators
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