How Do I Learn to Read and Understand Schematics and Electronic Circuits?

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The discussion centers on resources for learning to read and understand electronic schematics and circuits. Key recommendations include "The Art of Electronics" by Paul Horowitz and Winfield Hill as a foundational text and the All About Circuits website, which offers an E-book and active forums for further learning. These resources provide both theoretical knowledge and practical insights into electronic circuit design.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of electronic components (resistors, capacitors, transistors)
  • Familiarity with circuit diagrams and symbols
  • Knowledge of Ohm's Law and basic electrical principles
  • Access to "The Art of Electronics" by Horowitz and Hill
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore the All About Circuits E-book for structured learning
  • Participate in forums on All About Circuits to engage with the community
  • Study additional introductory texts on electronics, such as "Make: Electronics" by Charles Platt
  • Practice reading and creating schematics using software like Fritzing or KiCad
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Electronics enthusiasts, students in electrical engineering, hobbyists looking to build circuits, and anyone interested in understanding electronic schematics and circuit design.

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Does anybody know a good commercial book or free web tutorial
for learning to read and understand schematics respectively electronic circuits?

Thanks for help.
 
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Rhian said:
Does anybody know a good commercial book or free web tutorial
for learning to read and understand schematics respectively electronic circuits?

Thanks for help.

Pretty much any intro circuits book will help you to read general schematics. I like The Art of Electronics by Horowitz and Hill as an intro circuits book:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0521370957/?tag=pfamazon01-20

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Allaboutcircuits.com has a great E-book, and very good forums on the topic, check it out.
 

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