Circuits I

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Course topics include the introduction and use of DC and AC voltage sources, along with resistors, in series, parallel and series/parallel circuits. Circuits are analyzed using Ohm's Law, Watt's law, Kirchhoff's current and voltage laws, superposition, mesh, and nodal analysis. The course concludes with the study of ideal transformers and an introduction to Capacitors and Inductors. Laboratory exercises emphasize the construction, analysis, measurement, and troubleshooting of circuits using appropriate laboratory equipment. The use of engineering notation and scientific calculators are also covered. 3 Lecture hours and 3 lab hours per week are required for this course. Pre/co-requisite: MAT 119 or higher, or permission of instructor.