Basic Electronics

Basic Electronics explains electronic fundamentals using easy-to-read, easy-to-understand explanations coupled with detailed illustrations. It brings seeing and doing together for a very meaningful learning experience, and delivers practical applications at the same time. The book contains worked-out examples within the text to solidify understanding of specific ideas, and quizzes and problem sets at the end of each chapter to complete and reinforce the learning cycle. Basic concepts, device and circuit fundamentals, and circuit applications provide full-scope coverage of electronics in 11 chapters.

Gene McWhorter is a free-lance writer in the fields of industrial process controls, electronics, and chemical plant processing equipment. Mr. McWhorter holds master's degrees in chemical engineering and marketing. His work has been published in Scientific American and many other magazines and professional journals.

Alvis J. Evans was an Associate Professor of Electronics at Tarrant County Junior College in Fort Worth, Texas. He was the author of many electrical and electronic books written for audiences from beginning hobbyists to advanced technicians.