Kirchhoff's Voltage Law
By Patrick Hoppe
Students read a definition of Kirchhoff's Voltage Law and view examples of its use.
An Algorithm for Converting a Decimal Number to a Hexadecimal Number
By Kevin Ritzman
In this animated activity, learners examine a systematic method for converting a decimal number (base 10) into a hexadecimal number (base 16).
Hexadecimal Numbering System
In this learning activity you'll review the hexadecimal numbering system.
Op Amp Fundamentals: The Transresistance Amplifier
The current-to-voltage conversion of the transresistance amplifier is examined. The formulas for output voltage and impedance are defined and an example ties the concepts together.
Volts Per Hertz Ratio
By Terry Bartelt
In this animated and interactive object, learners examine why the voltage produced by an AC drive must be increased when its frequency is increased due to inductive reactance.
Cascading Magnitude Comparators
Learners read an explanation of how to connect two 7485 ICs to compare binary numbers by creating an 8-bit comparator. Diagrams and charts are presented.
Transformer Ratios
Students read descriptions of the voltage, current, and turns ratios of the primary and secondary coils for a transformer in this interactive lesson.
Voltage and Current Amplitudes in a Series RLC Circuit
Learners examine how voltages and currents vary in a series RLC circuit as the applied frequency changes.
Thevenin Resistance: Practice Problems
Students work five practice problems to determine the Thevenin resistance of DC circuits.
Voltmeter Circuit Connections
Students read a step-by-step approach on how to connect a voltmeter to a circuit when making a measurement.
AC Voltage Conversion Problems
By John Rosz, Terry Bartelt
Learners work problems to make conversions between RMS, average, peak, and peak-to-peak AC voltages.
Watt's Law
In this animated object, students examine the concept of wattage dissipation and the three Watt's Law formulas.
The Relay
In this animated lesson, students view the operation of an electromechanical relay. A brief quiz concludes the activity.
Silicon Diode Basics
This primer introduces the student to the key terms and concepts associated with the silicon diode.
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.
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-Opposing Zener Diodes
In this animated and interactive object, learners examine the voltages that develop across two series zener diodes, which are connected in opposite directions, when DC and AC voltages are applied across them. A brief quiz completes the activity.
Op Amp Fundamentals: The Non-Inverting Amplifier
Students are introduced to the non-inverting amplifier configuration. The formulas for closed loop gain and bandwidth are shown, and an example is given.
The Operation of a Multiplexer/Demultiplexer Circuit
In this animated object, learners examine how a multiplexer and a demultiplexer work together when their data select lines are connected to the same binary counter.
The TI-83 Plus Calculator: The Square Root Function
Learners follow step-by-step instructions for calculating the square root of a number using the TI-83 Plus scientific calculator. Steps for determining impedance are also shown.
Multiplexers
In this animated object, learners examine the operation of a multiplexer and the function of the data input and selector lines. A brief quiz completes the activity.
Assembling a Circuit from a Schematic Diagram
In this animated object, students examine the steps for wiring an electrical circuit from reading a schematic diagram.
DC Current Flow Through a Parallel Circuit
Learners observe current flow throughout the series portion and branches of a parallel circuit. This animated activity includes calculations and a short quiz.
The Transistor Switch
The learner views the operation of a transistor switching from saturation to cutoff. A brief quiz completes the activity.
An Algorithm for Converting a Hexadecimal Number to a Decimal Number
In this animated and interactive object, learners follow two methods for converting a hexadecimal number to a decimal number. They test their knowledge in exercises at the end of the learning object.