3.00 Credits
Analysis of simple electrical circuits with combinations of parallel and series components. Application of Ohm’s and Watt’s laws to electrical circuits. Use of electronic measurement instruments such as volt meters, ammeters, and ohm meters. Identification of basic electrical and electronic components such as capacitors, diodes, transistors, relays, transformers, and other components and their role in a mechatronic system, and interpretation of electrical circuits with standard symbols of electrical components. Troubleshooting techniques of electrical circuits and following electric safety guidelines. Every semester. Pre or Corequisite: PHYS 1030 and 1030L or department head approval. Differential course fee will be assessed. Laboratory/studio course fee will be assessed.