The Digital Logic Probe
By Patrick Hoppe
Students view the layout and operation of a digital logic probe.
Bipolar Junction Transistor Vocabulary
Students read the terms associated with the Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT) . They also view formulas for dc current and voltage.
Timing Diagrams (Screencast)
By Terry Bartelt
The explanation and use of timing diagrams used in digital electronics to graphically show the operation of various circuits are given.
Current and Voltage Parameters of Digital Circuitry (Screencast)
In this interactive learning object, students read about the voltage and current parameters commonly found on a data sheet. A brief quiz completes the activity.
Voltage Sources in Parallel
The effect of connecting voltage sources in parallel to increase amperage to a load is presented.
Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit #10
In this interactive object, learners solve for total resistance and current, the current through each resistor, the voltage across each resistor, and the power dissipated by each resistor.
Parallel LC Circuit Tic-Tac-Toe 2
By playing a game of tic-tac-toe, a student can review what happens to currents and voltages throughout a parallel LC circuit when the applied frequency is increased above resonance.
The TI-86 Scientific Calculator: Using the Reciprocal Function for Complex Numbers
This primer introduces the student to the correct method of using complex reciprocals in a TI-86 calculator. The solution of total impedance of a parallel circuit in rectangular form is shown.
Tri-State Buffer
Students observe the operation of a tri-state buffer used in digital electronics. A brief quiz completes the activity.
Electronic WorkBench: The Bode Plotter
Electronic WorkBench has a virtual instrument called "The Bode Plotter." Students view the proper set-up and use of this device.
An Introduction to the Digital Multimeter
In this learning activity you'll explore the functions and proper operation of a digital multimeter.
The Half-Wave Rectifier
In this animated learning object, students read about the operation of a half-wave rectifier.
De-Energizing Time Constants of an RL Circuit
In this animated learning object, students examine current, voltage, and the magnetic field strength of a series RL circuit while it is de-energizing during five time constants. A quiz completes the activity.
The Sine Wave
Using text and graphics, this learning activity describes a sine wave, including alternations, cycles, time, amplitude, and degrees
The Horizontal Portion of the Sine Wave
In this animated object, learners examine cycles, frequency, Hertz, wavelengths, and periods. A brief quiz completes the activity.
Dielectric Constant
This learning activity presents information on how the type of material used for the dielectric of a capacitor affects the capacitor's value in farads.
Parallel LC Circuit Tic-Tac-Toe 1
By playing a game of tic-tac-toe, a student can review what happens to currents and voltages throughout a parallel LC circuit when the applied frequency increases from 0 Hz toward resonance.
Sine Wave Fundamentals: Practice Problem #7
In this interactive object, learners determine the Vp, Vp-p, Vrms, Vavg, and the frequency of a sine wave that is displayed on an oscilloscope screen.
Superposition Theorem with Complex Numbers
Students read an explanation of "superposition" as a technique for ac circuit analysis. Complex numbers are used.
Analog Ohmmeter Operation
Learners follow procedures for measuring resistance using an analog ohmmeter. They examine the use of the Function Switch and the Range Switch and practice reading a non-linear scale. A brief quiz completes the activity.
The Open-Collector Logic Device
In this animated object, learners view the operation of an open-collector inverter with and without a pull-up resistor.
Op Amp Fundamentals: The Inverting Amplifier
The inverting amplifier configuration is presented. The closed loop voltage gain and the closed loop bandwidth formulas are explained, along with the concept of negative feedback.
Time Proportioning Application
In this animated activity, students view the plastic pellets in a profile extrusion machine being melted as the temperature of the heating elements is elevated by a time proportioning control system.
Series RLC Circuit Tic-Tac-Toe 2
By playing a game of tic-tac-toe, a student can review what happens to currents and voltages throughout a series RLC circuit when the applied frequency is increased above resonance.
Series-Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit 6
Learners solve for voltage, current, and power in a single source, six-resistor circuit. A help screen is provided.