Analog Electronics II
About This Course
Analog Electronics II
Build a stronger understanding of analog circuits through focused theory study and revision. This course is intended for learners who already have a foundation in basic electronics and want to develop their understanding of amplifiers, feedback, operational amplifiers and signal generation.
Study focus
- Transistor amplifier stages, biasing and amplifier performance.
- Multistage and power amplifiers, including gain, efficiency and distortion.
- Frequency response, bandwidth and the role of coupling and bypass capacitors.
- Negative feedback and its effect on stability, gain and circuit performance.
- Operational-amplifier circuits and common analog applications.
- Oscillator principles, circuit operation and waveform interpretation.
How to study
Start with the operating principle of each circuit, identify the function of its components and relate the circuit to its input and output waveforms. Practise explaining your reasoning clearly before attempting calculations.
For revision questions, attempt your own answer first, then compare it with the worked explanation. Follow each calculation as a separate step and check the units, assumptions and final result. The course focuses on written theory and revision.
Learning Objectives
Material Includes
- Theory study guide and topic-based revision format.
- Text-based revision questions and worked-answer format.
- Circuit illustrations and waveform examples.
- Calculations presented as separate steps.
Requirements
- A foundation in basic electronics, preferably Analog Electronics I or equivalent.
- Familiarity with Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’s laws and elementary algebra.
- A notebook and scientific calculator for working through examples.
- Attempt each revision question before reviewing the worked explanation.
- Check units and circuit assumptions at every calculation step.
Target Audience
- Electrical and electronics engineering students.
- Learners studying Analog Electronics II or an equivalent unit.
- Students preparing for written assessments and revision.
- Technicians refreshing their understanding of analog circuits.