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Electronics For Dummies, UK Edition

By Dickon Ross and Cathleen Shamieh and Gordon McComb
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Electronics For Dummies, UK Edition by Dickon Ross, Cathleen Shamieh, and Gordon McComb provides an accessible and comprehensive introduction to the world of electronics. It covers fundamental concepts, key components, and steps for designing and building simple electronic projects. Aimed at beginners, this book demystifies electronics with practical advice and hands-on instructions tailored to the UK audience.
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If you're keen to delve into the fascinating world of electronics without feeling overwhelmed, this book is perfect for you. Whether you're a beginner or someone hoping to refine existing skills, you'll appreciate the approachable explanations and practical projects included. It's great for those who enjoy hands-on learning with step-by-step guidance in engineering and technology.

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Do you dream of wiring up a flashing LED, experimenting with infrared detectors, or building a walking-talking robot from scratch? This book covers everything from understanding the technology behind day-to-day gadgets, to reading a schematic, getting to grips with multimeters, and devising projects that are both useful and fun.

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Do you dream of wiring up a flashing LED, experimenting with infrared detectors, or building a walking-talking robot from scratch? Do you want to understand what capacitors, oscilloscopes, and transistors actually do? Then look no further!

Electronics For Dummies, UK Edition covers everything from understanding the technology behind day-to-day gadgets, to reading a schematic, getting to grips with multimeters, and devising projects that are both useful and fun. With UK-specific information on where to purchase components for your workbench and the most useful websites and resources, this essential guide will get you up, running, and switched on in no time.

Electronics For Dummies, UK Edition includes:

Part I: Understanding The Fundamentals of Electronics

  1. Chapter 1: What is Electronics and What Can It Do For You?
  2. Chapter 2: Moving Electrons to Make Something Happen
  3. Chapter 3: Meeting Up with Resistance
  4. Chapter 4: Getting a Charge Out of Capacitors
  5. Chapter 5: Curling Up With Coils and Crystals
  6. Chapter 6: The Wide World of Semiconductors
  7. Chapter 7: Packing Parts Together on Integrated Circuits
  8. Chapter 8: Rounding Out Your Parts List

Part II: Getting Your Hands Dirty

  1. Chapter 9: Setting Up Shop and Ensuring Your Safety
  2. Chapter 10: Reading Schematics
  3. Chapter 11: Constructing Circuits
  4. Chapter 12: Measuring and Analysing Circuits

Part III: Putting Theory Into Practice

  1. Chapter 13: Exploring Some Learning Circuits
  2. Chapter 14: Great Projects You Can Build in 30 Minutes or Less
  3. Chapter 15: Cool Robot Projects to Amaze Your Friends and Family

Part IV: The Part of Tens

  1. Chapter 16: Ten (Or So) Terrific Tips to Help You Succeed
  2. Chapter 17: Ten Great Electronics Parts Sources
  3. Chapter 18: Ten Electronics Formulas You Should Know

Appendix: Internet Resources

  1. Getting Up to Speed with Tutorials and General Information
  2. Figuring Things Out with Calculators
  3. Surfing for Circuits
  4. Asking Questions in Discussion Forums
  5. Getting Things Surplus

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780470681787

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 December 2009

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 189.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 709g

Pages: 384

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About the Author

Dickon Ross is the Editor-in-Chief of Engineering & Technology Magazine, published by the IET. He is also the launch Editor of Flipside, a science, engineering and technology magazine aimed at teenagers. Cathleen Shamieh is a technology writer with extensive engineering and consulting experience. Gordon McComb is an electronics author and consultant.

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