Learning through discovery ebook written by charles platt. Tools applies the same approach to its subject matter as his bestselling make. I wrote this book as the simplest possible introduction to electronics, for people who dont want to spend much money and arent sure how deeply they want to go. Platt is the nephew of robert platt, baron platt of grindleford. These samples give you an idea of the very different approach that i have used.
Make electronics learning through discovery charles platt. Electronics companion kits, both toolkits and bundles of the various components used in the book s experiments. Currently he is designing and building prototypes of medical equipment in his workshop in a northern arizona wilderness area. To access shopping suggestions for tools and equipment, please click here. The book was published in 2009 written by charles platt. Rounding up all of the necessary components can be time consuming and frustrating and we think learning electronics should be fun and exciting, so weve created the ideal. All of the other ones sold by radio shack and make themselves are for the original 1st edition of the book and most of the parts needed for the projects have changed. Learning by discovery by charles platt online at alibris. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Charles platt books list of books by author charles platt. Charles platt born 26 april 1945 is an author, journalist and computer programmer. Kits from radio shack are now obsolete and cannot be used in conjunction with make. This is a simple, convenient, and costeffective way of getting all the tools and materials you need to do the projects in this book.
Of the many, many books ive read about electronics this book stands out as the best i have read or even seen before. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then. More electronics, and the encyclopedia of electronic components, volumes. Electronics, and is writing a sequel to that book in addition to volumes 2 and 3 of the encyclopedia of electronic components. Youll build the circuits first, then learn the theory behind them. But my reader feedback shows that it is used by many retirees, too. Tom igoe, author of physical computing and making things talk. Make electronics by charles platt 2009, paperback it explained everything, but needs more experiments. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain limited notes and highlighting. Electronics encouraged readers to learn through handson projects that were fun and innovative. Electronics, along with the companion starter kit that includes everything. This is a simple, convenient, and costeffective way of getting all the. He is the author of the highly successful introductory handson book, make. Electronics 2nd edition, youll start working on real projects as soon as you crack open the book.
Learning through discovery, edition 2 ebook written by charles platt. Platt was a senior writer for wired magazine, has written various computer books, and has been fascinated by electronics since he put together a telephone answering machine from a tape recorder and militarysurplus relays at age 15. Charles began contributing to make magazine in its third issue and is currently a contributing editor. Read book make electronics learning through discovery charles platt make electronics learning through discovery charles platt learning by discovery charles platt my book make. Thank you, make magazine, for putting it out there and creating those components packs that have allowed many folks to perform the experiments. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read make. Hi, on your website you sell component packs for make. Electronics learning by discovery by charles platt and a great selection of related books. Electronics component kit 1 has been designed to be used with the second edition of charles platts hands on learning book, make. Electronics component pack was exactly what i needed as it actually matched the experiments in make. Want to learn the fundamentals of electronics in a fun. This is the book that i wish i had owned when i was learning electronics myself as a teenager. Want to learn the fundamentals of electronics in a fun, hands.
Used items may not include supplementary materials such as cds or access codes. Hans camenzind, inventor of the 555 timer the worlds most successful integrated circuit, and author of much ado about almost nothing. Opamps, comparators, sensors, phototransistors, and rotational encoders are a. Electronics established a new benchmark for introductory texts.
Sensors for location, presence, proximity, orientation, oscillation, force, load, human input, liquid and gas properties, light, heat, sound, and electricity. Make electronics 2nd edition components pack 1, 2, or 3. Buy it you love to learn electronics from make electronics. This site is maintained by charles platt, and is not formally associated with makermedia or any other company. Charles platt became interested in computers when he acquired an ohio scientific c4p in 1979. Learning through discovery by charles platt online at alibris. Here are some pages from my most recent book, easy electronics, which will be published before the end of november, 2017.
These samples give you an idea of the very different approach that i have used, with 3d renderings and bitesized portions of text. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Electronics, and is writing this sequel to that book in addition to volumes 2 and 3 of the encyclopedia of electronic components. Make electronics second edition by charles platt mep.
To report a broken link or any other problem, please email make. Currently he is designing and building prototypes of medical equipment in his workshop in. The author, charles platt deserves a knighthood for his work. Hans camenzind, inventor of the 555 timer the worlds most successful integrated circuit, and author of much ado about almost. Charles platt is a contributing editor and regular columnist for make. Charles platt is a contributing editor and regular columnist for make magazine, where he writes about electronics.
Make electronics second edition by charles platt contents. After writing and selling software by mail order, he taught classes in basic programming, msdos, and subsequently adobe illustrator and photoshop. Electronics charles platt this is teaching at its best. Please note that i have no financial interest in any kits offered for use with my book, and i have no control. Platt was a senior writer for wired magazine, and has written various computer books. Electronics learning by discovery by charles platt abebooks.
This book if filled with straightforward, easy to simulate information. Make electronics learning through discovery by charles platt. Electronics book for chapters 1 3 which covers experiments 1 15. Explore all of the key components and essential principles through a series of fascinating experiments. Electronics indepth explanations and handson projects that gradually increase in level of challenge. To access kits containing supplies and components, please click here. Aug 10, 2015 charles platt is a contributing editor and regular columnist for make magazine, where he writes about electronics. Make electronics learning through discovery 2nd edition. But there will always be a need for traditional workshop skills and tools. See all books authored by charles platt, including make. Electronics learning by discovery charles platt with photographs and illustrations by the author beijing cambridge farnham koln sebastopol taipei tokyo.
Learning through discovery, and easy electronics make. Sep 30, 2015 charles platt is a contributing editor and regular columnist for make magazine, where he writes about electronics. Electronics second edition are currently available from two independent suppliers. It is written for beginners and enthusiasts of electronics. Charles platt has 88 books on goodreads with 7680 ratings. He relocated from england to the united states during 1970 and is a naturalized u. Read all of the three encyclopedia and two electronic books even before you start the blinking led project, because not only he will do that for you, he also will put you in a position where you find yourself making professional projects using what he taught you before you finish all of his books. Nov 23, 2009 charles platt became interested in computers when he acquired an ohio scientific c4p in 1979. Electronics component kit 2 has been designed to be used with the second edition of charles platts hands on learning book, make. Electronics learning by discovery by charles platt and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Please note that i have no financial interest in any kits offered for use with my book, and i have no control over the contents of the kits, although i have inspected samples from chaney and protechtrader in an effort to make sure. I think it is one of the most valuable books ive ever read. Publication date 2009 topics electronics, technology, learning, make collection.
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