Learning Outcomes

In this free course, you will learn how to:

• Explain the standard symbols and units used in electronics
• Discuss the basic science behind electricity
• Describe electromotive force (EMF) and electric current
• Distinguish between potential difference and voltage difference
• Analyse the formula chart relating resistance, current, voltage and power
• Explain a lead-acid accumulator setup
• Define ‘resistance’ and ‘resistivity’
• Discuss the effect of resistance due to changes in temperature
• List the different classifications of resistors
• Explain the concept of inductance
• Define ‘capacitance’ and ‘capacitors’
• Classify various resistors