Course Description
This course introduces fundamental concepts of electrical and electronics engineering, providing the essential knowledge for further studies or careers in this field.
Topics Covered
- Circuit Analysis: Basic circuit elements and analysis techniques.
- DC and AC Circuits: Direct and alternating current circuits.
- Electrical Machines: Transformers, generators, and motors.
- Semiconductor Devices: Diodes, transistors, and operational amplifiers.
- Digital Electronics: Logic gates and digital system design.
- Power Systems: Generation, transmission, and distribution.
- Measurements: Techniques for measuring electrical quantities.
Scope and Objectives
Scope:
Provides foundational knowledge for specialization in electrical, electronics, computer science, and telecommunications.
Objectives:
- Fundamental Knowledge: Core concepts and principles.
- Circuit Analysis: Apply techniques to solve problems.
- Devices Understanding: Working principles and applications.
- Design Skills: Practical application through projects.
- Power Systems: Generation and distribution awareness.
- Digital Electronics: Basics of digital logic.
- Hands-on Experience: Laboratory work with components.
Recommended Textbooks
Essential reading materials for the course:
"Electric Circuits" by Nilsson & Riedel
Comprehensive introduction to electric circuits, covering DC/AC circuits and analysis techniques.
"Electric Machinery Fundamentals" by Chapman
Principles of electrical machines including transformers, generators, and motors.
"Electronic Devices" by Boylestad
Fundamentals of electronic devices and basic electronic circuit design.
"Digital Design" by Wakerly
Introduction to digital logic circuits and basic digital system design.