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Learn how to identify, troubleshoot and repair electronic components What you'll learn: Learn about the general troubleshooting steps and how to narrow down to the fault in electronicsLearn how to use various tools and equipments to find the fault in electronicLearn how to test if a component is working properly or not and find substitute for itLearn how components like MOSFETs, transistors and IGBT function Electronic systems troubleshooting is an essential skill for electrical engineers and hobbyists alike. Knowing where to look for issues and what to look out for in general can prevent both catastrophic failures and costly replacements.Knowing how to repair electronics is a useful skill, whether you plan on making a career out of it or just want to be able to fix your own devices when they stop working.Troubleshooting is the process of identifying problems in malfunctioning equipment and applying corrective measures to return them to their optimal operation. Engineers achieve this by testing the various components either individually or collectively to isolate faults that occur while using the product in question.You have several options available to you if you’re interested in studying electronics repair in a formal capacity, including college courses, certification programs, and trade apprenticeships. However, it’s also possible to teach yourself the fundamentals at home using helpful resources like textbooks, magazines, and video tutorials, along with some good old-fashioned tinkering.There is no better way to master repair and troubleshooting than to get your hands dirty. Gather up any old or unused electronics you have lying around and practice taking them apart and putting them back together. This will give a chance to examine their inner workings and make sense of the complicated relationships that exist between them.As your knowledge grows, you can play around with modifying, upgrading, and switching out components, which will serve as a valuable introduction to building your own electronics from scratch.Think of figuring out how things function as solving a puzzle. The best electronics specialists tend to be people who excel at problem-solving.

Instructor: Professor D. C. Dube, Department of Physics, IIT Delhi. It is a basic introductory course on Electronics and its Principles. It starts with the basics of p-n junctions leading to diodes and transistors. The circuit applications of transistors as amplifiers of various kind and their analysis is followed by an understanding of junction FET and MOSFET. In the end, the characteristics of differential and operational amplifiers leading to linear and nonlinear applications are discussed.

6.622 covers modeling, analysis, design, control, and application of circuits for energy conversion and control. As described by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), power electronics technology "encompasses the use of electronic components, the application of circuit theory and design techniques, and the development of analytical tools toward efficient electronic conversion, control, and conditioning of electric power." Students taking this class will come away with an understanding of the fundamental principles of power electronics, and knowledge of how to both analyze and design power electronic components and systems.

Explore the fundamentals of EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) filtering in power electronics through this 47-minute lecture from MIT's Power Electronics course. Delve into the importance of ripple and EMI filtering in preventing interference with other electronic devices, such as radios and televisions. Learn about basic considerations and requirements for designing effective EMI filters, essential knowledge for engineers working with power supplies and electronic systems. Gain insights from instructor David Perreault in this comprehensive introduction to a critical aspect of power electronics design.

The course is coordinated and taught by Prof. B.G. Fernandes [Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Bombay] Prof. Kishore Chatterjee [Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Bombay]. You will learn the following topics, Application of Power Electronics, Structure of Power Electronics: How structurally power electronics differs from low power analog electronics, Diode rectifiers Applications, AC to DC controlled converters' Three phase half wave ac to dc converter, DC- DC Power Converters etc.

PRE-REQUISITES: A basic course in electrical engineering (KCL, KVL, network theorems, AC analysis) INTENDED AUDIENCE: Students, Ph.D. scholars, teachers, industry COURSE OUTLINE: The course is about basic electronic circuits, both analog and digital. In the analog part, diode circuits, BJT amplifiers, Op-Amp circuits will be covered. In the digital part, combinatorial and sequential circuits will be covered. A unique feature of the course is extensive use of circuit simulation results in order to give a realistic picture of the circuit operation and waveforms. Assignments are designed to help the students to test their understanding of the concepts being covered. A circuit simulation package will be made available (as free download) to enable students to simulate circuits covered in the course and gain further insight into their functioning.

No prerequisites are required to start this course. This lecture series will cover the entire syllabus of Analog Electronics, starting from semiconductor materials to power amplifiers. You will find lectures on following chapters: Chapter 01: Semiconductor Physics. Chapter 02: Semiconductor Diode. Chapter 03: Diode Applications. Chapter 04: Bipolar Junction Transistors. Chapter 05: DC Biasing of Transistors. Chapter 06: BJT AC Analysis. Chapter 07: Field Effect Transistors. Chapter 08: Biasing of FET. Chapter 09: Frequency Response of BJT & JFET. Chapter 10: Operational Amplifiers. Chapter 11: Op-Amp Applications. Chapter 12: Power Amplifiers.

Introduction: Importance of Learning By Doing, Impact of Electronics in the modern world, Need to understand Basic principles of electronics. Components and their features: Passive: Resistors, Capacitors, inductors, Semiconductor Diodes, Different types of these components and their applications, Ohm's law, related theorems like Thevenin's, Norton's, Maximum Power transfer, etc. Active Components: Transistors, FET, UJT and SCR. Brief introduction and simple applications. Integrated Circuit Operational Amplifier: Introduction to ICs, Operational amplifiers, Op Amp characteristics, Feed-back, Different Feedback configurations, Current-to-voltage and Voltage-to-current converters, voltage amplifier & current amplifiers, Mathematical operations, summing, differential, Integrating amplifiers, Instrumentation amplifiers, Comparators, Relaxation oscillators, RC-Oscillators (Phase-shift & Wien's bridge), Active filters (First Order) with low pass, high pass and band stop and bandpass.

Explore the fundamental principles and applications of digital electronics in this comprehensive 4-week course from the National Institute of Technical Teachers' Training and Research, Chennai. Master the core concepts of digital systems, including binary number systems, Boolean algebra, logic gates, and combinational circuits. Delve into sequential circuits, flip-flops, counters, and registers while learning to design and analyze digital systems. Gain hands-on experience with digital circuit design techniques, timing analysis, and troubleshooting methods. Develop practical skills in implementing digital logic using various technologies and understand the role of digital electronics in modern computing and communication systems. Build a solid foundation for advanced topics in computer engineering, embedded systems, and digital signal processing through structured learning modules and practical exercises guided by expert instruction from NITTTR Chennai.

Courses 1, 2, and 3 in this specialization can also be taken for academic credit as part of CU Boulder’s Master of Science in Electrical Engineering degree. Enroll here. Courses 5 and 6 will be offered in the degree program soon. Design modern switched-mode power converters; create high-performance control loops around power converters; understand efficiency, power density and cost trade-offs By 2030, 80% of all electrical energy will be processed by power electronics. Professional advantages continue to grow for technical engineers who understand the fundamental principles and technical requirements of modern power conversion systems. This specialization covers design-oriented analysis, modeling and simulation techniques leading to practical engineering of high-performance power electronics systems.

Instructor: Dr. Chitralekha Mahanta, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, IIT Guwahati. This course discusses basic concepts and applications of some semiconductor devices: diodes, bipolar junction transistors, field-effect transistors, and operational amplifiers. Semiconductor Diodes: Semiconductor materials- intrinsic and extrinsic types, Physics and structure of diodes, Diode small-signal model, Zener diode, Rectifier circuits, Clipping and clamping circuits. Bipolar Junction Transistors: Physical structure and operation modes, Active region operation of the transistor, DC analysis of transistor circuits, Transistor as an amplifier, Biasing the BJT, Transistor as a switch, High-frequency model of BJT amplifier. Field Effect Transistors: Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor, DC operation of MOSFET circuits, MOSFET as an amplifier, High-frequency model of MOSFET amplifier. Operation Amplifiers: Ideal Op-Amp, Differential amplifier, Practical op-amp circuits, Large signal operation of op-amps, Applications of Op-Amps. Power Circuits and Systems: Class A large signal amplifiers, Transformer coupled audio power amplifier, Class B amplifier, Class AB operation, Power BJTs, Regulated power supplies.

The course discusses power processing electronic circuits like rectifiers, AC voltage controllers, Frequency converters, DC-DC converters and inverters apart from introducing the basics of power semiconductor devices like SCRs, power BJTs, IGBTs, and MOSFETs. The analysis of these power circuits are presented in detail along with the waveforms and control techniques. Finally, applications of power electronic technology in the generation sector, transmission sector and also in day-to-day applications like battery chargers, motor drives, power supplies are described.

The course is about basic electronic circuits, both analog and digital. In the analog part, diode circuits, BJT amplifiers, Op Amp circuits will be covered. In the digital part, combinatorial and sequential circuits will be covered. A unique feature of the course is extensive use of circuit simulation results in order to give a realistic picture of the circuit operation and waveforms. Assignments are designed to help the students to test their understanding of the concepts being covered. A circuit simulation package will be made available (as free download) to enable students to simulate circuits covered in the course and gain further insight in their functioning. INTENDED AUDIENCE : Students, PhD scholars, teachers, industryPREREQUISITES : A basic course in electrical engineering (KCL, KVL, network theorems, AC analysis)

Intro to basic theory, DC and AC circuits, components, circuit design, and circuit construction methods. If you have a knack for problem solving and a fascination with all things electronic, this course is for you. The world of electronics is a vast and multifaceted field. This course will give you an introduction to basic electricity, AC and DC circuits, and basic electrical equations and theory. The author will also cover discrete electrical components, as well as both linear and logic integrated circuits. Circuit prototyping is covered along with an introduction to printed circuit board building methods and PCB Software. If you are new to electronics, this course is a good primer and an will give you an appetite for further learning.

This course is one of the main basic courses of electrical engineering major as well as a core course of the computer discipline, also a prerequisite to Microprocessors and Applications, and Embedded Systems. This course deals with the basic principles of digital systems; binary logic system, combinational circuits, sequential circuits, circuit minimization and design, ADC/DAC, Memory, and FPGA. Also, students learn the tools: Multisim for circuit simulation, Modelsim for circuit simulation with VHDL/Verilog, and Intel Quartus tool. Through the digital experiments, students learn hands-on experience on actual digital systems.As a result students will learn basic principles of digital system, small scale circuit design on experiment board, large scale circuit design on Intel FPGA kit. The content of this course is comprehensive, covering the basic knowledge points of the digital electronics . It is suitable for college students with a foundation in circuit and analog electronics, and also suitable for engineering and technical personnel engaged in the field of electrical engineering. This course attaches great importance to the analysis of basic concepts. As long as you continue to listen carefully, you will definitely gain something.

Plastic electronics is a concept that emerged forty years ago, with the discovery of electrically conductive polymers. Ten years later, the first electronic devices using organic solids in place of the ubiquitous inorganic semiconductors were realised. The best achievement of plastic electronics is constituted by Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs) that equip the display of many smartphones, and even TV sets. The objective of this course is to provide a comprehensive overview of the physics of plastic electronic devices. After taking this course, the student should be able to demonstrate theoretical knowledge on the following subjects: Concept of organic semiconductors; Charge carrier transport in polymeric and organic semiconductors; Optical properties of organic semiconductors; Charge injection from metals to organic solids; Operating mode of the main plastic electronic devices: Organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), organic photovoltaic cells (OPVs) and organic field-effect transistors (OFETs).

Explore a comprehensive compilation of videos covering the electronic CAD capabilities in Fusion 360. Learn to generate PCB manufacturing files, design blocks in electronics, and optimize electromechanical workflows. Discover the latest features and updates in Fusion 360 Electronics, including the SnapEDA add-in and 3D model mapping. Gain insights on avoiding PCB manufacturing and product assembly issues through integrated E-CAD and mechanical CAD. Master exporting ODB++ files, creating custom electronic parts, and utilizing advanced features like Edit in Place. Delve into fundamental electronics concepts, circuit design, and component functions. Explore electromechanical design workflows, collaboration tools, and library management. Follow step-by-step tutorials on schematic analysis, board layout, routing techniques, and manufacturing data preparation. Understand high-speed design considerations, SPICE simulation, and Design Rule Checking (DRC). Learn to create enclosures from PCB boards and import files from other CAD software. This extensive video collection covers everything from beginner concepts to advanced techniques in electronics design using Fusion 360.

Explore electronic and electrical engineering systems The UK electronics industry is one of the largest in the world, helping produce technological solutions for the evolving needs of our society. Developed by the UK Electronics Skill Foundation and the University of Birmingham, this three-week course will introduce the fundamentals of electronics in preparation for university or an apprenticeship. Examine electronic components and their applications Using real-world examples, you’ll begin the course by exploring electronics at a component level, learning how transducers sense vibrations in musical instruments. You’ll assess circuit models and, using electronic theory, analyse sensor circuits and design your own, gaining practical experience of work as an electronic engineer. Discover how electronics are used in extreme conditions Moving from the everyday to the extraordinary, you’ll examine how electrical power is used both in daily life and to control systems in space. You’ll learn how to power a satellite and explain how transducers convert energy from electromagnetic radiation into electricity. With these skills, you’ll be able to plan functioning systems in target environments, appreciating the interdisciplinary nature of engineering. Investigate a real world control system in action In the final week of this course, you’ll explore digital electronics and their applications in railway systems engineering. Featuring technology from the Birmingham Centre for Railway Research and Education, you’ll assess the implementation of platform shield walls to enhance railway safety procedures. By the end of this course, you’ll have begun to explore the broad subject of electronic engineering and have gained insights into the potential areas of study you could pursue when studying electronics in higher education. This course is designed for sixth formers who are considering studying electronic engineering at university or college.

Explore digital electronics fundamentals in this comprehensive video course. Learn about signals, Boolean algebra, number systems, logic gates, and circuit design. Dive into topics like Karnaugh maps, combinational and sequential circuits, flip-flops, and state machines. Master concepts such as multiplexers, encoders, decoders, counters, and registers. Gain practical knowledge through examples, problem-solving techniques, and hands-on circuit analysis. Develop skills in digital system design, including programmable logic arrays and array logic.

Master the fundamental principles of electronic circuits and devices with this comprehensive course designed for aspiring electrical engineers, electronics enthusiasts, and hardware developers. Beginning with essential circuit elements, resistors, and power sources, you'll progress through systematic circuit analysis techniques including Kirchhoff's laws, nodal and mesh analysis, and network theorems like Thevenin's and Norton's equivalents. The course covers both time-domain analysis of RL, RC, and RLC circuits and frequency-domain techniques using phasor algebra for AC circuit analysis. You'll explore semiconductor devices including diodes for signal shaping and voltage regulation, bipolar junction transistors (BJTs) for amplification and switching, MOSFETs for low-power applications, and operational amplifiers (op-amps) for building complex signal processing circuits. Through hands-on problem-solving and practical applications, you'll learn to design power circuits, calculate power factors in AC systems, and implement digital switching circuits. Whether you're preparing for advanced studies in electrical engineering, developing IoT devices, or pursuing careers in electronics design and embedded systems, this course provides the essential foundation in circuit theory, semiconductor physics, and analog electronics needed to analyze, design, and troubleshoot electronic systems across diverse engineering applications.