Electronic Devices and Circuits [Hardcover]

David A. Bell (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0968370543 | ISBN-13: 978-0968370544 | Publication Date: 1999 | Edition: 4

A unique feature of this book is that it shows just how simple it is to design electronic circuits, using little more than Ohm's law and the capacitor impudence equation. Numerous practical circuit design examples are offered using currently-available devices and standard-value components. Commencing with an introduction to semiconductors and pn-junction theory, all of the most important semiconductor devices in general use today are covered. The operation of each device is carefully explained, and its characteristics and parameters are discussed in detail. Circuit applications are then treated, and the design and analysis of circuits involving the device are investigated. Coverage includes IC operational amplifiers, IC audio amplifiers, and IC voltage regulators.

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About the Author

David A. Bell is a professional engineer. He was employed as a circuit design specialist in the electronics industry for many years before becoming a professor at Lambton College of Applied Arts and Technology. He has written five electronics/technology books which are in multiple editions. These have been used in colleges and universities throughout Canada and the United States and around the world.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 796 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 4 edition (1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0968370543
• ISBN-13: 978-0968370544
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,923,521 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Text!, March 20, 2001

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This review is from: Electronic Devices and Circuits (Hardcover)

As an instructor, I found it well-written and easy to read. The text provides a thorough coverage of electronic fundamentals at the Engineering Technology Level. For example, Mr. Bell explains circuit operation, analysis, and design concepts; furthermore, he provides excellent examples, figures, and practice problems that are directly related to the material. Unlike some textbooks at this level, the equations are very precise and accurate without unnecessary approximations that lead to erroneous answers. Enough said, you must read it for yourself. It is a fine piece of work. Having obtained it by interlibrary loan, I would like to obtain a deskcopy. I would recommend it to any of my EET or EE students.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent text, totally accessible, September 7, 2002

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This review is from: Electronic Devices and Circuits (Hardcover)

If you are searching for the one uncomplicated text on electronic devices and circuits, then Bell will help. The author knows that the reader knows nothing. So he assumes nothing. And presents everything in an accessible way.

Reading this book will give any student a clear idea of the basic concepts, with which one can attack a tougher textbook. I found reading this book enjoyable.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book, February 19, 2011

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This review is from: Electronic Devices and Circuits (Hardcover)

This book is excellent. It is a good review for those who studied these concepts in the past and an excellent text for a beginner. It is not the latest edition but has basically the same material.

Great Book !