Electric Circuits I ((3 Credits))

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This introductory course in circuit analysis defines the electrical quantities, current, and voltage, and examines their relationship in various components and circuits. Circuits comprised of resistance, capacitance, and inductance which are energized by both DC and AC sources are considered. The theory includes Ohm's Law, Kirchhoffs Laws, series and parallel circuits, and several network theorems. In the laboratory the student performs electrical measurements which confirm his/her grasp of the theory. A circuit simulation computer software package is introduced and used as an analytical tool.