Electronics for Beginners

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

College Certificate

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

This course is for those who have an interest in electronics and would like to get a more structured view of the subject.

It will start with basics of voltage, current and resistance and go on to explain AC and DC fundamentals. Components such as capacitors and inductors will be explained and supported with practical work where necessary. The effects of these basic components when used on AC and DC will be explained and demonstrated. You will get the chance to use the basics of an industry-standard piece of software to simulate and test the circuits discussed. Basics of Amplifiers will be covered using Integrated Circuits, with a chance to have a go at a design and build.

Progression 

On completeion of this course you will have the skills and knowledge to progress to larger electronics projects of your own, or you may like to progress to a higher electronics-based course.

Entry Requirements 

The only requirement is a fundamental interest in the subject and the ability to do some very basic maths.

Duration 

Ten weeks

Run On Demand? 

Yes

Roll On Roll Off? 

No

Are there any exams? 

There are no exams

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

The course will cover the following subject areas:

  • current voltage and resistance - Ohm's law
  • DC theory - series parallel circuits
  • AC theory - waveforms and circuits
  • capacitance
  • inductance
  • multism software simulator
  • amplifiers: integrated circuits
  • designing with the operational amplifier
  • simulate the design - build 1
  • build 2 - test the circuit

 

When can I study? 

6.00pm - 8.00pm one evening a week
Course Facts
This course is run on demand. Please contact us for further information on 01752 305300 or e-mail info@cityplym.ac.uk.

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