Electrical Circuits I

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This course uses theory, laboratory investigation, and circuit simulation software to introduce basic electrical and circuit analysis principles. Emphasis is placed on direct current (DC) circuits containing voltage and current sources and resistor networks in series, parallel, and series-parallel configurations. This course also introduces the concepts of electric and magnetic fields in the context of capacitors and inductors and their transient responses in DC circuits. A section on basic alternating current (AC) resistive circuits with sinusoidal sources is included. P: MATH 202 (pre- or concurrent enrollment) with a C or higher, AND declared Electrical Engineering Technology major or Electrical Engineering major or Mechanical Engineering major or Electrical Engineering Principles Certificate Spring.