Electronic Devices and Circuits

By David A. Bell

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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0968370543
• ISBN13: 9780968370544
• Release Date: January 1999
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 796 Pages
• Weight: 4.20 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Excellent text, totally accessible

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.

Excellent Text!

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.