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The discussion revolves around finding suitable textbooks for learning electric circuits, particularly for someone transitioning from physics to electrical engineering (EE). Participants share recommendations for introductory books, solution manuals, and additional resources, while also expressing preferences for physical books over online materials.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses uncertainty about the quality of commonly available textbooks like Hayt and Nilsson, seeking recommendations for better introductory books on electric circuits.
  • Another participant suggests Hambley's Electrical Engineering: Principles and Applications as a good resource, along with other Hambley's books on electronics.
  • Some participants mention the importance of having a solution manual for textbooks, specifically for Fundamentals of Electric Circuits by Alexander & Sadiku, and discuss the legality of obtaining such materials.
  • There is a discussion about whether certain books, like The Art of Electronics (AoE), are suitable for beginners, with differing opinions on its accessibility for those new to circuits.
  • One participant recommends having a basic electronics book before tackling circuit fundamentals, emphasizing the need for foundational knowledge.
  • Another participant shares their personal collection of textbooks, including recommendations for Schilling and Wakerly, and mentions a historical book, Tensor Analysis of Networks by Gabriel Kron, as a curiosity for theoretical learning.
  • Some participants discuss the prices and availability of older textbooks, debating whether to purchase them based on their cost and rarity.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the best introductory textbook for electric circuits, with multiple competing views on the suitability of various books and resources. There is also uncertainty regarding the necessity of solution manuals and the appropriateness of certain texts for beginners.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express limitations in their background knowledge of circuits, which may affect their ability to engage with certain textbooks. Additionally, there are unresolved discussions about the legality and ethics of obtaining solution manuals.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be useful for students transitioning to electrical engineering, particularly those seeking recommendations for textbooks and resources on electric circuits.

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I'm not sure if this post is in the right thread.

Well I've decided to change majors from Physics to EE, now I have gotten really interested in circuits but the only books that I can find at my library are the one by Hayt, and I'm currently reading Nilsson :s I've heard both of them aren't so good.

So does anyone know of a good intro to electric circuit book? I know Fundamentals of Electric Circuits by Alexander & Sadiku is one of the best. But I can't find any solution manual for it. I want the solution manual because the at my college we will never be using that book, I believe Circuits I/II uses Hayt.

I'd really appreciate any help finding a great book about circuits that I can keep as reference.

Also if there are any other books every EE SHOULD have?
 
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Hambley's Electrical Engineering: Principles and applications aren't too bad at all
other Hambley's books in electronics are fairly good too.
 
I just found the solution manual for Fundamentals of Electric Circuits by Alexander & Sadiku, for the 2nd edition.
Just that it's a pdf and I think it's an illegally obtained copy of the teacher's Solution Manual.

Also, would these books be ok for someone who has no background on circuits?
Today I got a vague idea what a dependent/independent current/voltage source was :s
 
thanks for those online books, they seem really helpful, but I really want book so I can study away from a computer.
 
Fundamentals of Electric Circuits by Alexander & Sadiku is a fairly standard textbook for basic circuit theory. I also highly recommend The Art of Electronics by Horowitz & Hill, which covers practical circuit design in addition to circuit theory.
 
Is AoE good for someone starting to learn circuits? I read some reviews it seems more like a review/reference book.

I'm going to go to B&N tomorrow and see what editions of Fundamentals of Electric Circuits they have. As well as a book about PSPICE.
 
no but that's just my opinion, you need a basic electronics book before hand as well as a circuits fundamentals book that deals with mostly rcl circuits.
 
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Woops sorry didn't read your post right, just woke up.

Thanks for the help I'll stick to Alexander for now and get AoE once I think I understand Alexander fairly well.
 
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bob1182006 said:
I just found the solution manual for Fundamentals of Electric Circuits by Alexander & Sadiku, for the 2nd edition.
Just that it's a pdf and I think it's an illegally obtained copy of the teacher's Solution Manual.
bob: Don't worry about a solutions manual, just go ahead and download pspice, or use the software included in Alexander's cd to check your answers. I found the best way to study a book though, is getting other people interested in it and comparing your solutions with their's. Hope that helps.

bob1182006 said:
Also if there are any other books every EE SHOULD have?
I own Alexander for circuit analysis, Schilling for electronic circuits and Wakerly for for digital circuits and design. I think you should give those a look, they're really helpful.
If you can get your hands on REALLY REALLY old books, and if you get a kick from learning theoretical stuff, try to find "Tensor Analysis of Networks" by Gabriel Kron. You should be able to read it after finishing up with Alexander. I tell you though, its REALLY old and hard to find.
 
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Thanks for the info, I just bought the 2nd edition brand new from Amazon.com
I'll be sure to figure out how to use pspice when I get the book ^.^

Tensor Analysis of Networks (General Electric Series) by Gabriel Kron (Hardcover - 1949)
That one? I found 2 used copies on amazon.com 1 for 250ish another for 60ish :s

Should I buy it? I can't find it on ebay/half.com o.o
 
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bob1182006 said:
Thanks for the info, I just bought the 2nd edition brand new from Amazon.com
I'll be sure to figure out how to use pspice when I get the book ^.^

Tensor Analysis of Networks (General Electric Series) by Gabriel Kron (Hardcover - 1949)
That one? I found 2 used copies on amazon.com 1 for 250ish another for 60ish :s

Should I buy it? I can't find it on ebay/half.com o.o

Yep, that one. It teaches you tensor notation and then uses it to do some circuit analysis. It's not something you SHOULD know, merely a curiosity you might say. At those prices I wouldn't buy it, I found mine in a pawn shop for about 5 bucks :biggrin:
 
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Kwel thanks I'll buy it soon and be sure to read it following Alexander
 

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