Dennis L. EgglestonCambridge University Press, 4/28/2011EAN 9780521154307, ISBN10: 0521154308Paperback, 266 pages, 24.6 x 18.9 x 1.5 cmLanguage: EnglishIdeal for a one-semester course, this concise textbook covers basic electronics for undergraduate students in science and engineering. Beginning with the basics of general circuit laws and resistor circuits to ease students into the subject, the textbook then covers a wide range of topics, from passive circuits through to semiconductor-based analog circuits and basic digital circuits. Using a balance of thorough analysis and insight, readers are shown how to work with electronic circuits and apply the techniques they have learnt. The textbook's structure makes it useful as a self-study introduction to the subject. All mathematics is kept to a suitable level, and there are several exercises throughout the book. Password-protected solutions for instructors, together with eight laboratory exercises that parallel the text, are available online at www.cambridge.org/Eggleston.Preface1. Basic concepts and resistor circuits2. AC circuits3. Band theory and diode circuits4. Bipolar junction transistors5. Field-effect transistors6. Operational amplifiers7. Oscillators8. Digital circuits and devicesAppendicesIndex.Advance praise: 'Basic Electronics for Scientists and Engineers by Dennis Eggleston is an example of how the most important material in the introduction to electronics can be presented within a one semester time frame. The text is written in a nice logical sequence and is beneficial for students majoring in all areas ... In addition, many examples and detailed introduction of all equations allow this course to be taught to students of different background[s] - sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Overall, the effort of the author is thrilling and, definitely, this text will be popular among many instructors and students.' Anatoliy Glushchenko, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
