Discrete and Integrated Electronics: Analysis and Design for Engineers and Engineering Technologists, Volume One

Understanding a circuit starts with understanding the devices inside it. In Discrete and Integrated Electronics, Volume One, Stephen R. Fleeman builds that foundation step by step—from semiconductor physics and the p–n junction to the diodes and transistors used in electronic circuits. The emphasis is on connecting device behavior with circuit analysis and design, rather than treating components as mysterious black boxes.

From semiconductor fundamentals to working devices

The book opens with atoms, energy bands, intrinsic and doped semiconductors, and the formation and behavior of the p–n junction. That groundwork leads naturally to diode characteristics and circuit analysis, including practical diode models, Zener and avalanche devices, and Thevenin’s theorem.

Follow the diode into real applications

Later chapters explore clippers, clampers, thermistors, varistors, LEDs, laser diodes, photodiodes, and solar cells. A substantial section on DC power supplies connects rectification and filtering to components and quantities such as ripple, transformer current, and diode ratings.

Transistors, explained through analysis

The final two chapters turn to bipolar junction transistors and field-effect transistors. Topics include device operation, current–voltage characteristics, operating points, amplifiers, switching, JFETs, MOSFETs, and IGBTs. The sequence helps readers see how foundational device principles carry into familiar circuit functions.

A structured route through the material

Each chapter begins with study objectives and concludes with problems; selected odd-numbered answers appear at the end of the volume. The preface also describes narrated examples, illustrations, and Multisim screen captures as features of the text.

Who may find Volume One useful?

Fleeman identifies electrical and electronics engineering technology students, electrical engineering students, and mechanical engineering students taking circuit-analysis coursework among the intended readers. The book is also presented for instructor-led, online, or self-study use. A basic background in DC circuit analysis is expected; prior AC circuit analysis is recommended, but not required.

For readers who want to move from semiconductor principles to the analysis of diodes, power supplies, and transistor circuits, this volume offers a clearly sequenced starting point.