17Transistor
OBJECTIVES: After studying this chapter, you will be able to
- Explain what a transistor is and how it works
- Describe the structure of a transistor
- Define PNP and NPN transistors
- Recognize various transistors of different physical shapes
- Name the three elements of a transistor
- Explain the terms, common base, common collector, and common emitter
- Explain the two primary functions of a transistor
- Define what biasing a transistor is
- Describe bias conditions for a transistor to work
- Define cutoff state of a transistor
- Explain how a transistor can be used for switching
- Explain how a transistor can be used for amplification
- Understand the importance of correct biasing
- Describe heat sink
New terms: Base, biasing a transistor, bipolar ...
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