Introduction to Electronics

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Introduction to Electronics

Instructors: Dr. Bonnie H. Ferri

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7 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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7 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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5 weeks to complete

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There are 7 modules in this course

This course introduces students to the basic components of electronics: diodes, transistors, and op amps. It covers the basic operation and some common applications.

Learning Objectives: 1. Review syllabus and procedures of this course. 2. Review concepts from linear circuit theory to aid in understanding material covered in this course.

What's included

6 videos5 readings

6 videosTotal 52 minutes

1.1 Overview2 minutes
1.2 Review of Circuit Elements10 minutes
1.3 Review of Kirchhoff's Laws10 minutes
1.4 Review of Impedance11 minutes
1.5 Review of Transfer Functions5 minutes
1.6 Review of Frequency Response Plots14 minutes

5 readingsTotal 50 minutes

Start Here10 minutes
Syllabus10 minutes
Consent Form10 minutes
Resources10 minutes
Get More From Georgia Tech10 minutes

Learning Objectives: 1. Develop an understanding of the operational amplifier and its applications. 2. Develop an ability to analyze op amp circuits.

What's included

10 videos2 readings12 assignments

10 videosTotal 96 minutes

2.1 Introduction to Op Amps and Ideal Behavior13 minutes
2.2 Buffer Circuits8 minutes
2.3 Basic Op Amp Configurations11 minutes
2.4 Differentiators and Integrators12 minutes
2.5 Active Filters10 minutes
Solved Problem: Inverting and Non-Inverting Comparison8 minutes
Solved Problem: Two Op-Amp Differential Amplifier11 minutes
Solved Problem: Balanced Output Amplifier11 minutes
Solved Problem: Differential Amplifier Currents7 minutes
Solved Problem: Op-Amp Example 15 minutes

2 readingsTotal 20 minutes

Week 2 Quiz Solutions10 minutes
Earn a Georgia Tech Badge/Certificate/CEUs10 minutes

12 assignmentsTotal 360 minutes

Week 2 Quiz30 minutes
Problem 2-1-130 minutes
Problem 2-1-230 minutes
Problem 2-2-130 minutes
Problem 2-2-230 minutes
Problem 2-3-130 minutes
Problem 2-3-230 minutes
Problem 2-3-330 minutes
Problem 2-4-130 minutes
Problem 2-4-230 minutes
Problem 2-5-130 minutes
Problem 2-5-230 minutes

Learning Objectives: 1. Examine additional operational amplifier applications. 2. Examine filter transfer functions.

What's included

9 videos1 reading10 assignments

9 videosTotal 113 minutes

3.1 First-Order Lowpass Filters14 minutes
3.2 First-Order Highpass Filters10 minutes
3.3 Cascaded First-Order Filters17 minutes
3.4 Second-Order Transfer Functions14 minutes
3.5 Second-Order Filter Circuits12 minutes
3.6 Lowpass Filter Design Example5 minutes
3.7 Active Filtering15 minutes
3.8 Extra: Cascaded Filters Transfer Function12 minutes
3.9 Extra: Derivation of Sallen-Key LPF Transfer Function15 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

Week 3 Quiz Solutions10 minutes

10 assignmentsTotal 300 minutes

Week 3 Quiz30 minutes
Problem 3-1-130 minutes
Problem 3-1-230 minutes
Problem 3-2-130 minutes
Problem 3-3-130 minutes
Problem 3-4-130 minutes
Problem 3-5-130 minutes
Problem 3-7-130 minutes
Problem 3-7-230 minutes
Problem 3-7-330 minutes

Learning Objectives: 1. Develop an understanding of the PN junction diode and its behavior. 2. Develop an ability to analyze diode circuits.

What's included

7 videos1 reading13 assignments

7 videosTotal 69 minutes

4.1 Introduction to PN Junctions14 minutes
4.2 Models of Diode Behavior9 minutes
4.3 Ideal Diodes6 minutes
4.4 Assumed States Method14 minutes
4.5 Ideal Diode + Voltage Source Model11 minutes
Solved Problem: Diodes 17 minutes
Solved Problem: Diodes 29 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

Week 4 Quiz Solutions10 minutes

13 assignmentsTotal 368 minutes

Week 4 Quiz30 minutes
Problem 4-1-130 minutes
Problem 4-1-230 minutes
Problem 4-2-130 minutes
Problem 4-3-130 minutes
Problem 4-3-230 minutes
Problem 4-3-330 minutes
Problem 4-4-130 minutes
Problem 4-4-230 minutes
Problem 4-4-330 minutes
Problem 4-4-48 minutes
Problem 4-5-130 minutes
Problem 4-5-230 minutes

Learning Objectives: 1. Examine additional applications of the diode. 2. Make use of voltage transfer characteristics to analyze diode circuit behavior.

What's included

7 videos1 reading15 assignments

7 videosTotal 91 minutes

5.1 Half-Wave Rectifiers12 minutes
5.2 Full Wave Rectifiers13 minutes
5.3 Voltage Transfer Characteristics8 minutes
5.4 AC to DC Conversion11 minutes
5.5 Limiters13 minutes
5.6 Voltage Regulators15 minutes
5.7 Envelope Detector19 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

Week 5 Quiz Solutions10 minutes

15 assignmentsTotal 450 minutes

Week 5 Quiz30 minutes
Problem 5-1-130 minutes
Problem 5-1-230 minutes
Problem 5-1-330 minutes
Problem 5-2-130 minutes
Problem 5-3-130 minutes
Problem 5-3-230 minutes
Problem 5-3-330 minutes
Problem 5-4-130 minutes
Problem 5-4-230 minutes
Problem 5-5-130 minutes
Problem 5-5-230 minutes
Problem 5-6-130 minutes
Problem 5-6-230 minutes
Problem 5-7-130 minutes

Learning Objectives: 1. Develop an understanding of the MOSFET and its applications. 2. Develop an ability to analyze MOSFET circuits.

What's included

6 videos1 reading11 assignments

6 videosTotal 65 minutes

6.1 Introduction and MOSFET Physics11 minutes
6.2 MOSFET Switches10 minutes
6.3 CMOS Logic Gates11 minutes
6.4 MOSFET Characteristics9 minutes
6.5 Common Source Amplifier DC Analysis12 minutes
6.6 Common Source Amplifier AC Analysis12 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

Week 6 Quiz Solutions10 minutes

11 assignmentsTotal 330 minutes

Week 6 Quiz30 minutes
Problem 6-1-130 minutes
Problem 6-2-130 minutes
Problem 6-2-230 minutes
Problem 6-3-130 minutes
Problem 6-3-230 minutes
Problem 6-3-330 minutes
Problem 6-3-430 minutes
Problem 6-4-130 minutes
Problem 6-5-130 minutes
Problem 6-6-130 minutes

Learning Objectives: 1. Develop an understanding of the NPN BJT and its applications. 2. Develop an ability to analyze BJT circuits.

What's included

7 videos1 reading9 assignments

7 videosTotal 83 minutes

7.1 Bipolar Junction Transistor Introduction10 minutes
7.2 BJT Terminal Characteristics11 minutes
7.3 BJT Parameters10 minutes
7.4 BJT Curve Tracer9 minutes
7.5 BJT Switch14 minutes
7.6 BJT Common Emitter Amplifier16 minutes
7.7 BJT Common Emitter Amplifer AC Behavior15 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

Week 7 Quiz Solutions10 minutes

9 assignmentsTotal 246 minutes

Week 7 Quiz30 minutes
Problem 7-1-130 minutes
Problem 7-2-130 minutes
Problem 7-2-230 minutes
Problem 7-3-130 minutes
Problem 7-4-16 minutes
Problem 7-5-130 minutes
Problem 7-6-130 minutes
Problem 7-6-230 minutes

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Dr. Bonnie H. Ferri

Georgia Institute of Technology

7 Courses330,944 learners

Dr. Robert Allen Robinson, Jr.

Georgia Institute of Technology

2 Courses273,036 learners

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Reviewed on Sep 5, 2020

A few errors in the lessons, some material was unclear and poorly connected to the worksheets, but overall still very good.I would give a 4.5/5, but 5/5 is reaching too much.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2024

Five Stars, However this is no introductory course, it motivated me to learn electronics through a book by Earl Gates. After learning I managed to complete the course.

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2020

all basic concepts & characteristics of components is learn by this course.The quizzes is little bit hard. but due to that my concepts of basic electronic components is strong now

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