Capacitance in Theory and Practice

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to capacitors, vital components in electrical and electronic systems. You’ll learn how capacitors store energy in electric fields and play a key role in circuits. The course begins with the basics of capacitor structure and delves into how dielectrics enhance their performance, focusing on parallel-plate capacitors and extending to other geometries like cylindrical and spherical designs, each with unique applications.

Real-world uses of capacitors take center stage, including energy storage, signal filtering, and power management. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of how capacitors function by analyzing electric fields and charge distributions, supported by practical examples. Through clear explanations and hands-on mathematical modeling, you’ll develop the tools to effectively design and analyze circuits using capacitors. Whether you’re new to the topic or looking to expand your expertise, this course provides a solid foundation in capacitor theory and its applications.