jsherman
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Context: I'll be teaching a second year EE class that covers circuit analysis including the basics of transistor amplifiers. When I took these courses, I remember I couldn't keep any of the configurations in my head without resorting to memorization in the beginning. I really didn't know why a common collector vs. common base was used other than "one is harder," "this one is a current buffer because I was told it was," and I often wondered why was I studying these single stage amplifiers other than "to build bigger and better amplifiers." And though amps with high GBP sounded cool, I had no idea why they were useful.
Of course, the more advanced material gave great context to why I would use one stage vs. another, how to chain them together, etc., but I'd like to make this class and subject matter exciting without throwing harder topics at them. Does anyone have any ideas on ways to motivate students in this material? Also, just as important: what didn't work?
Thanks in advance for any suggestions!
Of course, the more advanced material gave great context to why I would use one stage vs. another, how to chain them together, etc., but I'd like to make this class and subject matter exciting without throwing harder topics at them. Does anyone have any ideas on ways to motivate students in this material? Also, just as important: what didn't work?
Thanks in advance for any suggestions!