Objectives:

After completing this module students will be familiar with the definitions of current density, current, resistance, and resistivity.  They will be able to solve simple circuit problems.  Students will be able to use Kirchhoff's rules to analyze DC circuits and find the equivalent resistance of resistors in series and in parallel.

Steady electric currents

Study the on-line material

• Steady currents

• Electrical energy and power

• The flashlight

Start:

• Class participation module 3 discussion

Complete:

• Assignment A3

Kirchhoff's rules

• Kirchhoff's rules

• Electrical measurements

• RC circuits

• Capacitors in series and parallel

Complete:

• Assignment H3 and Extra Credit 3

• Lab 3

• Class participation module 3 discussion