Knowledge of Electricity and Electronics is extremely valuable nowadays! Electronic circuits are everywhere, from computers and smartphones, to home appliances and cars. Think of all the everyday objects that are becoming “smart”... in the future, most of the things that we own will contain some electronics. Jobs in electronics are in high demand and well paid in almost every country!
The Complete Basic Electricity & Electronics Course
6h 39m 38s
English
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Building electronic products is incredibly rewarding, whether you do it professionally or just as a hobby. There is just something different and exciting about designing something physical that can be hold in one’s hand and that interacts with the outside world, and today it has become incredibly easy to get started thanks to cheap development boards such as the Arduino and Raspberry Pi, combined with the right knowledge.
Differently than what happens in other disciplines, knowledge of Electronics does not become obsolete, but it is always current as it is intimately connected to physics and to the fundamental laws of nature. Hence, while new components and chips might come along every year, the fundamental principles of Electronics always stay the same.
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| 1 | Course Introduction Demo | 01:20 | |
| 2 | Pre-Requisites and Teaching Style | 01:15 | |
| 3 | Introduction | 00:20 | |
| 4 | Atoms and Electrons | 01:02 | |
| 5 | Electric Current | 02:24 | |
| 6 | Calculate the Current - Solution to Question 1 | 02:43 | |
| 7 | Calculate the Current - Solution to Question 2 | 00:59 | |
| 8 | Calculate the Current - Solution to Question 3 | 01:06 | |
| 9 | Introduction | 00:19 | |
| 10 | Definition of Work accordingly to Physics | 01:18 | |
| 11 | Potential Energy | 03:21 | |
| 12 | Coulomb force between Charges and Electric Field | 02:03 | |
| 13 | Electric Potential Energy | 02:25 | |
| 14 | Voltage | 00:41 | |
| 15 | Key Takeaways | 04:09 | |
| 16 | Signals and Noise | 03:26 | |
| 17 | Periodic Signals | 03:42 | |
| 18 | Analog and Digital signals | 04:31 | |
| 19 | Introduction | 00:14 | |
| 20 | How do Batteries work? | 01:56 | |
| 21 | Closing the circuit | 01:03 | |
| 22 | Electrons moved by AA batteries | 01:30 | |
| 23 | Voltage is a differential quantity | 00:52 | |
| 24 | Ground Voltage | 00:51 | |
| 25 | Energy in a Battery | 01:28 | |
| 26 | Introduction | 00:23 | |
| 27 | Resistance and Ohm's Law | 00:44 | |
| 28 | Meaning of Resistance | 01:46 | |
| 29 | Resistance of a piece of material | 02:44 | |
| 30 | Resistors | 01:02 | |
| 31 | Joule heating of resistors | 00:55 | |
| 32 | Water analogy of electric circuits | 02:53 | |
| 33 | Kirchhoff Voltage Law (KVL) | 03:10 | |
| 34 | KVL on complex circuits | 00:53 | |
| 35 | Kirchhoff Current Law (KCL) | 02:38 | |
| 36 | KCL: different node, same result | 00:48 | |
| 37 | Resistors in Series | 01:20 | |
| 38 | Example: Calculation of Equivalent Series Resistance | 03:16 | |
| 39 | Series Resistance Formula | 00:49 | |
| 40 | Resistors in Parallel | 02:58 | |
| 41 | Example: Calculation of Equivalment Parallel Resistance | 03:30 | |
| 42 | Parallel Resistance Formula | 01:26 | |
| 43 | Meaning of "Equivalent" Resistance | 02:44 | |
| 44 | Voltage Divider | 02:00 | |
| 45 | Voltage Divider with more than 2 Resistors | 02:58 | |
| 46 | Voltage Divider with Current Drawn | 06:40 | |
| 47 | How to choose the Resistors for a Voltage Divider | 03:15 | |
| 48 | Why Voltage Dividers don't make good Absolute Reference Voltages | 02:12 | |
| 49 | Current Divider | 05:56 | |
| 50 | Currents and the "path of least resistance" | 04:17 | |
| 51 | Superposition Principle | 07:04 | |
| 52 | Ports and Blocks | 04:37 | |
| 53 | Thevenin Equivalent Circuit | 07:55 | |
| 54 | Solution to Question 4 - Quiz | 22:05 | |
| 55 | Type of Resistors: Through-Hole Resistors | 02:33 | |
| 56 | Resistors Color Code | 02:50 | |
| 57 | Type of Resistors: Surface Mount (SMD) Resistors | 02:50 | |
| 58 | Meet the Potentiometer, a variable resistor | 01:23 | |
| 59 | How do Potentiometers work? | 02:40 | |
| 60 | Potentiometers used as variable Voltage Divider | 00:51 | |
| 61 | Schematic symbol of Potentiometers | 00:45 | |
| 62 | Electric Power | 00:49 | |
| 63 | P = V*I | 02:05 | |
| 64 | Power dissipated in a Resistor | 02:47 | |
| 65 | Power vs Energy: Hydraulic Example - Part 1 | 03:17 | |
| 66 | Power vs Energy: Hydraulic Example - Part 2 | 04:05 | |
| 67 | Introduction | 00:27 | |
| 68 | What is a Capacitor? | 00:36 | |
| 69 | Parallel-Plates Capacitor | 06:19 | |
| 70 | Caps geometry vs stored charge | 05:43 | |
| 71 | Quick Recap | 01:43 | |
| 72 | Capacitors as Energy storage devices | 07:21 | |
| 73 | Capacitor Symbols | 02:09 | |
| 74 | Water Analogy for Capacitors | 09:37 | |
| 75 | Capacitors as Energy storage devices (with water analogy) | 04:22 | |
| 76 | Capacitors and Alternating Current | 05:19 | |
| 77 | Current in Capacitors 1/5: I-V Curve for a Resistor | 03:30 | |
| 78 | Current in Capacitors 2/5: from Current to Charge | 11:32 | |
| 79 | Current in Capacitors 3/5: from Charge to Voltage | 01:39 | |
| 80 | Current in Capacitors 4/5: Final Equation | 07:40 | |
| 81 | Current in Capacitors 5/5: from Voltage to Current | 06:47 | |
| 82 | RC Circuits 1/6: First Look | 12:23 | |
| 83 | RC Circuits 2/6: Exponential Function | 02:37 | |
| 84 | RC Circuits 3/6: Current waveform | 08:46 | |
| 85 | RC Circuits 4/6: Voltage waveform | 05:02 | |
| 86 | RC Circuits 5/6: Time Constant | 07:35 | |
| 87 | RC Circuits 6/6: Discharge | 03:02 | |
| 88 | Capacitors in Series | 04:38 | |
| 89 | Capacitors in Parallel | 02:15 | |
| 90 | Type of Capacitors | 06:45 | |
| 91 | Applications: Bypass Capacitors 1/3 | 08:39 | |
| 92 | Applications: Bypass Capacitors 2/3 | 07:30 | |
| 93 | Applications: Bypass Capacitors 3/3 | 03:17 | |
| 94 | Applications: Low-Pass Filter | 04:47 | |
| 95 | Introduction | 00:24 | |
| 96 | What is a Diode? | 03:20 | |
| 97 | How do Diodes work? | 09:29 | |
| 98 | Simplified I-V curve | 02:58 | |
| 99 | Diode's Equivalent Circuits | 04:43 | |
| 100 | Water Analogy | 03:31 | |
| 101 | Circuits with Diodes 1/3 | 07:56 | |
| 102 | Circuits with Diodes 2/3 | 07:00 | |
| 103 | Circuits with Diodes 3/3 | 07:31 | |
| 104 | Light-Emitting Diode (LED) | 07:39 | |
| 105 | Zener Diode | 06:29 | |
| 106 | Applications: Rectifier Circuit | 06:53 | |
| 107 | Applications: Reverse Polarity Protection | 02:59 | |
| 108 | Congratulations! | 01:01 | |
| 109 | Bonus Lecture: More Free Content! | 00:54 |
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Frequently asked questions
What prerequisites are needed for this course?
The course includes a section on prerequisites and teaching style, indicating that some foundational knowledge may be helpful. However, specific prerequisites are not listed, suggesting the course is likely designed for beginners. Basic mathematics and physics understanding might be beneficial, but not required.
What practical projects will I build during the course?
The course covers practical topics like calculating current, understanding resistance, and using tools like voltage dividers and potentiometers. While specific projects are not outlined, these topics suggest hands-on exercises with electronic circuits, such as calculating resistances and using components like resistors and batteries.
Who is the target audience for this electronics course?
This course is suitable for individuals interested in learning the fundamentals of electricity and electronics. It is tailored for beginners, hobbyists, or those considering a career in electronics. The content is beneficial for anyone looking to understand the basics of electronic circuits and components used in everyday smart devices.
How does the depth of this course compare to others?
The course consists of 109 lessons, covering foundational topics such as electric current, resistance, and circuit laws like Kirchhoff's. While the focus is on basics, it offers a broad introduction to electricity and electronics. It may not cover advanced topics or complex circuit design, which are likely included in more specialized courses.
What platforms or tools will I learn to use?
The course discusses concepts like resistors, voltage dividers, and potentiometers, which are common components in electronics. While specific platforms or software tools are not mentioned, the focus on these components suggests practical knowledge applicable to both physical circuit building and simulation software.
What topics are not covered in this course?
The course does not specifically mention advanced electronics topics such as semiconductor physics, microcontrollers, or digital circuit design. It focuses on the foundational principles and components like resistors and batteries, rather than complex systems or programming aspects of electronics.
How much time should I dedicate to this course?
The course includes 109 lessons, but the total runtime is not specified. Given the extensive list of topics, a significant time commitment may be required to fully understand each concept. Dedicating a few hours per week over several weeks would likely be necessary to absorb the material thoroughly.