Electronics 101: Introduction to Electronics and Digital Logic

This three-hour introductory session will cover the basics of electronic theory and allow participants to harness the power of subatomic physics to solve logic problems! Participants will learn about common discrete components like resistors, capacitors, diodes, and transistors and test those components with a digital multimeter. Participants will also be introduced to the basics of circuitry using a solderless breadboard. Finally, the class will dive into transistor logic to give you a glimpse into the basic building block of all computers. You'll build digital logic gates using transistors and see how those combine to make more complex logic.

If you've ever been curious about how electronic devices work and how to get started building them yourself, this class is what you've been looking for!

To keep our classes affordable, we book our instructors and purchase materials in advance. We depend on advanced registration. Classes without sufficient advanced enrollment may be canceled. Advanced registration closes 3 business days before the class date. Reservations made after this date will be subject to a $20 late registration fee. Cancellations must be made one week before the class date in order to be eligible for a refund. Discounts will be automatically applied to current members during the registration process.

Please note, if you are showing signs of COVID related symptoms and cannot attend your class, you have the option to request a full refund up to 1 week before your class begins. After this point, students experiencing symptoms may request a full class credit up to the morning of the class. 

COVID-19 Safety: TVCOG is committed to ensuring the safety of its members, instructors and guests and as such, has set certain COVID-19 safety precautions in place which follow NYS and CDC guidance. You will be asked to complete a COVID waiver, sign a COVID Safety Pledge and provide contact tracing information during the registration process. Everyone is expected to complete a temperature check upon initial entry to the facility, and maintain social distance (6′) from individuals outside of their own group while in the facility; this class will be held in our large class room and the class size has been limited to 7 participants maximum in order to ensure adequate social distancing. Masks are required at all times while in the facility. All shared tools/equipment will be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before and after each class. Read our full policy here.

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