Sine Wave Fundamentals
By Patrick Hoppe
Learners examine the characteristics of a sine wave and the various ways to describe it including Vp, Vp-p, Vrms, Vavg, and frequency.
Pulse Train Fundamentals: Practice Problem #5
In this interactive object, learners determine the pulse width, period, duty cycle, and frequency of a waveform.
Sine Wave Fundamentals: Practice Problem #5
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.
Series-Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit 8
Learners examine a series-parallel circuit and solve 14 problems related to voltage, current, and power. A help screen is provided.
The Mathematical Expression of an AC Sine Wave As a Function of Time: Practice Problems
Students view the mathematical expression of a sinusoidal waveform with respect to time (t) and solve five problems. The answers are provided so students may check their work.
DC/AC I: Unit 4 Sample Exam
In this interactive object, learners answer nine questions about series and parallel circuits. Immediate feedback is provided.
AC Current Flow
By Terry Bartelt
In this interactive and animated object, learners examine the flow of electron current into and out of hot and neutral sockets during each alternation of an AC waveform. A brief quiz completes the activity.
The Inductive Kick of an Inductor
In this animated activity, learners study the principle behind an inductor producing a high momentary voltage while its magnetic field collapses. A short quiz concludes the lesson.
Sine Wave Fundamentals: Practice Problem #6
Transistor AC Analysis Practice Problem: Circuit #3
The learner solves for Zin(base), Zin(stage), Zout, and Av. A "help" screen is available.
Transistor AC Analysis Practice Problem: Circuit #5
Wiring Integrated Circuits
Instructions on how to wire an integrated circuit are given.
Transistor DC Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit #4
Learners analyze an emitter-biased npn transistor circuit. A "help" screen is available.
Total Impedance for Series-Parallel Circuits Using Complex Numbers
Students follow the steps for finding the total impedance for a series-parallel circuit. Several examples are given.
Transistor Fundamentals: JFET Amplifiers
Students read an explanation of the common-source and source-follower amplifiers. Gain formulas are developed and an example is given.
Exclusive-NOR Gate (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll review the operation of an Exclusive-NOR gate by using a truth table, a Boolean Algebra equation, a switch analogy, and a written statement.
Sine Wave Fundamentals: Practice Problem #8
Ohmmeter Measurement Connections
Learners read a step-by-step approach on how to connect an ohmmeter when making measurements in this interactive lesson.
What Is Current?
By Tim Tewalt, Patrick Hoppe
Learners study an animation that shows how a battery charge reduces over time and when varying resistance values are placed in a series circuit. Ten review questions complete the activity.
Sine Wave Fundamentals: Practice Problem #10
Parallel Capacitance
In this learning activity you'll review the steps for determining the total capacitance of a parallel circuit and work practice problems.
Impedance: Parallel to Series Conversion
Students view the formulas to be used to convert a parallel impedance to a series impedance.
Current Source Approximations
Learners examine first and second approximations and view examples of a "stiff" current source.
The DC Motor
Learners examine the wiring of the primary components of the three types of DC motors, series, shunt, and compound. The operational characteristics of each type of motor are described. A quiz completes the activity.
Series Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit #6
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.