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Basic Electronics: Theory and Practice
Designed for both the student and hobbyist, this updated revision is an introduction
to the theory and practice of electronics, including advances in micro-controllers, sensors,
and wireless communication. Each chapter contains a brief lab to demonstrate the topic under
discussion, then moves on to use all of the knowledge mastered to build a programmable robot
(Arduino and Netduino). New material on using Raspberry Pi and Python has been added.
The companion files include videos of the in-chapter labs, soldering skills, and code samples for programming
of the robot(available for downloading from the publisher with Amazon order number by writing
to info@merclearning.com). Covering both the theory and also its practical applications, this text leads the
reader through the basic scientific concepts underlying electronics, building basic circuits,
learning the roles of the components, the application of digital theory, and the possibilities
for innovation by combining sensors, motors, and micro-controllers. It includes appendices on
mathematics for electronics, a timeline of electronics innovation, careers in electronics,
and a glossary.
FEATURES
+Includes companion files with over twenty video tutorials on currents, soldering, power supply,
resistors, decoder circuits, Raspberry Pi and more (available for downloading from the publisher with Amazon order number
by writing to info@merclearning.com)
+New chapter on using Raspberry Pi and Python in electronic projects
+Leads the reader through an introductory understanding of electronics with simple labs and then
progressing to the construction of a micro-controller driven robot using open source software and
hardware (Netduino and Arduino versions)
+Presents theoretical concepts in a conversational tone, followed by hands-on labs to engage
readers by presenting practical applications
BRIEF TABLE OF CONTENTS
1: The Theory Behind Electricity. 2: How Electricity Works. 3: Currents and Circuits. 4: Tools of the Trade.
5: Shop Setup and Safety. 6: Switches. 7: Resistors. 8: Capacitors. 9: Diodes. 10: Transistors. 11: Power Sources
and Power Supplies. 12: Soldering. 13: Constructing a Power Supply. 14: Digital Theory. 15: Integrated Circuits.
16: Memory. 17: Micro-controllers. 18: Motors and Controllers. 19: Sensors. 20: Electronic Communication.
21A: Arduino:Building Your Robot. 21B: Netduino- Building Your Robot. 22A: Arduino:Getting Your Robot Moving.
22B: Netduino:Getting Your Robot Moving. 23A: Arduino: Adding Sensors to Your Robot.
23B: Netduino: Adding Sensors to Your Robot. 24: Using Raspberry Pi in Your Electronic Projects.
Appendix A: Glossary. Appendix B: Timeline of Electronics. Appendix C: Mathematics for Electronics.
Appendix D: Careers in Electronics. Appendix E: Resources. Appendix F: Answers for Odd-Numbered Exercises.
Appendix G: Lab Video Directory. Index.
On the Companion Files!
(available for downloading from the publisher with Amazon order number by writing to info@merclearning.com)
+ Over twenty video tutorials on currents, soldering, power supply, resistors,
decoder circuits, Raspberry Pi and more
+ Images from the book ( 4-color and B&W)
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Sean Westcott works in IT and cybersecurity in Washington, DC.
Jean Riescher Westcott is the co-author of Industrial Automation and Robotics.
to the theory and practice of electronics, including advances in micro-controllers, sensors,
and wireless communication. Each chapter contains a brief lab to demonstrate the topic under
discussion, then moves on to use all of the knowledge mastered to build a programmable robot
(Arduino and Netduino). New material on using Raspberry Pi and Python has been added.
The companion files include videos of the in-chapter labs, soldering skills, and code samples for programming
of the robot(available for downloading from the publisher with Amazon order number by writing
to info@merclearning.com). Covering both the theory and also its practical applications, this text leads the
reader through the basic scientific concepts underlying electronics, building basic circuits,
learning the roles of the components, the application of digital theory, and the possibilities
for innovation by combining sensors, motors, and micro-controllers. It includes appendices on
mathematics for electronics, a timeline of electronics innovation, careers in electronics,
and a glossary.
FEATURES
+Includes companion files with over twenty video tutorials on currents, soldering, power supply,
resistors, decoder circuits, Raspberry Pi and more (available for downloading from the publisher with Amazon order number
by writing to info@merclearning.com)
+New chapter on using Raspberry Pi and Python in electronic projects
+Leads the reader through an introductory understanding of electronics with simple labs and then
progressing to the construction of a micro-controller driven robot using open source software and
hardware (Netduino and Arduino versions)
+Presents theoretical concepts in a conversational tone, followed by hands-on labs to engage
readers by presenting practical applications
BRIEF TABLE OF CONTENTS
1: The Theory Behind Electricity. 2: How Electricity Works. 3: Currents and Circuits. 4: Tools of the Trade.
5: Shop Setup and Safety. 6: Switches. 7: Resistors. 8: Capacitors. 9: Diodes. 10: Transistors. 11: Power Sources
and Power Supplies. 12: Soldering. 13: Constructing a Power Supply. 14: Digital Theory. 15: Integrated Circuits.
16: Memory. 17: Micro-controllers. 18: Motors and Controllers. 19: Sensors. 20: Electronic Communication.
21A: Arduino:Building Your Robot. 21B: Netduino- Building Your Robot. 22A: Arduino:Getting Your Robot Moving.
22B: Netduino:Getting Your Robot Moving. 23A: Arduino: Adding Sensors to Your Robot.
23B: Netduino: Adding Sensors to Your Robot. 24: Using Raspberry Pi in Your Electronic Projects.
Appendix A: Glossary. Appendix B: Timeline of Electronics. Appendix C: Mathematics for Electronics.
Appendix D: Careers in Electronics. Appendix E: Resources. Appendix F: Answers for Odd-Numbered Exercises.
Appendix G: Lab Video Directory. Index.
On the Companion Files!
(available for downloading from the publisher with Amazon order number by writing to info@merclearning.com)
+ Over twenty video tutorials on currents, soldering, power supply, resistors,
decoder circuits, Raspberry Pi and more
+ Images from the book ( 4-color and B&W)
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Sean Westcott works in IT and cybersecurity in Washington, DC.
Jean Riescher Westcott is the co-author of Industrial Automation and Robotics.
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Published June 19, 2017
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