Electrical Engineering for the Non-Degreed Engineer

Course Outline

Introduction
Basic Concepts, R, L, and C
Ohm's Law
Series and Parallel Combinations
Power (and Trace Temperature)
Thevenin and Norton Equivalent Circuits
Why Inductors Induct!
Electromagnetic Concepts
Magnetic Fields
Motors and Generators
Return Signal Paths
Differential, Twisted Wire, and Coaxial Conductors
Time Constants
di/dt and dv/dt Terms
Reactance
Frequencies and Wavelengths
Square Waves and Harmonics
Rise Times
Ohm's Law for Reactance
Series and Parallel  Reactance
Resonance
Impedance
Phase Angles
Series and Parallel RLC Circuits

Optional: Relevance to System Design
Transmission Lines
EMI
Bypass Caps
Power system Design and Board Stackups