Solving circuit problems is less a matter of knowing what steps to follow than why those steps are necessary. And knowing the why stems from an in-depth understanding of the underlying concepts and theoretical basis of electric circuits. Setting the benchmark for a modern approach to this fundamental topic, Nassir Sabah’s Electric Circuits and Signals supplies a comprehensive, intuitive, conceptual, and hands-on introduction with an emphasis on creative problem solving.
Ideal for electrical engineering majors as a first step, this phenomenal textbook also builds a core knowledge in the basic theory, concepts, and techniques of circuit analysis, behavior, and operation for students following tracks in such areas as computer engineering, communications engineering, electronics, mechatronics, electric power, and control systems. The author uses hundreds of case studies, examples, exercises, and homework problems to build a strong understanding of how to apply theory to problems in a variety of both familiar and unfamiliar contexts. Your students will be able to approach any problem with total confidence. Coverage ranges from the basics of dc and ac circuits to transients, energy storage elements, natural responses and convolution, two-port circuits, Laplace and Fourier transforms, signal processing, and operational amplifiers.
Content
Units, Symbols, Acronyms, and Abbreviations
Chapter 1. Circuit Variables and Elements
Chapter 2. Basic Circuit Connections and Laws
Chapter 3. Basic Analysis of Resistive Circuits
Chapter 4. Circuit Simplification
Chapter 5. Sinusoidal Steady State
Chapter 6. Linear and Ideal Transformers
Chapter 7. Power Relations and Circuit Measurements
Chapter 8. Balanced Three- Phase Systems
Chapter 9. Responses to Periodic Inputs
Chapter 10. Frequency Responses
Chapter 11. Duality and Energy-Storage Elements
Chapter 12. Natural Responses and Convolution
Chapter 13. Switched Circuits
Chapter 14. Two-Port Circuits
Chapter 15. Laplace Transform
Chapter 16. Fourier Transform
Chapter 17. Basic Signal Processing Operations
Chapter 18. Signal Processing Using Operational Amplifiers
Chapter 19. Electric Circuit Analogs of Nonelectrical Systems
Appendix: Reference Material