EGR-2030 Circuit Analysis

Credits 4
This course will introduce the advanced student to the theory of circuit analysis by studying concepts using complex analysis techniques that apply to the electrical engineering, general engineering, and advanced science student alike. Classical analysis techniques of AC/DC circuits using Kirchoff’s laws, mesh and nodal methods, phasor notation, superposition, the application of Thevenin’s and Norton’s theorem, etc. will be examined. Other topics will include transient analysis of first- and second-order circuits, frequency response, polyphase circuits, two-port networks, diodes, transistors, amplifiers, and digital logic. Different tools to aid in the solution of circuits will be performed such as Laplace transforms, transfer functions in the solution of transient analysis, and FFTs for signal analysis. Analysis using different computer simulation techniques will be introduced for a variety of circuits. This introduction will serve as a primer for more advanced courses in the junior and senior year of college. Some design of circuit boards and testing will also be required in this course. Since circuit analysis is a general concept in engineering, this course will examine throughout the course circuit elements (resistors, capacitors, inductors, sources, etc.) and their underlying concepts extending circuit analysis to all the different scientific and engineering fields. Teamwork along with communication skills (oral, written, and graphical) is exercised throughout the course.
Prerequisite(s): EGR-1010 and PHY-1030.
(Offered fall only.)

Course Outcomes

Describe the use of basic circuit elements.
Draw and wire circuits according to specifications, and use meters to measure and troubleshoot resistances, voltages and currents.
Analyze circuits using basic mathematical tools and circuit concepts, such as source transformations, reduction by series, and parallel elements.
Generate Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits.
Analyze resistor circuits using mesh and nodal analyses.
Solve circuits containing capacitors and/or inductors using differential equations (first and second order).
Analyze first and second order circuits using mesh and nodal analyses, along with the use of differential equations.
Solve circuits with a single AC source using phasors.
Solve circuits with a multiple AC sources.
Analyze circuits with signal amplifiers and operational amplifiers.