Introduction to Oscilloscopes

Train in oscilloscopes, introduces waveforms, and presents analog and digital oscilloscope systems.

Prerequisites

A basic understanding of electronic devices and circuits is recommended.

Description

This is the first lesson in the iKNOW™ Oscilloscopes Library. This lesson explains the purpose of oscilloscopes, introduces waveforms, and presents analog and digital oscilloscope systems using a flowchart.

Objectives

Define the purpose of an oscilloscope.  List some of the uses of an oscilloscope. Explain the vertical and horizontal axes of a waveform represent.  List what can be learned about a signal from a waveform.  Recognize the positive and negative peaks on a waveform. Name and describe the purpose of an analog oscilloscope’s systems using a flowchart.  Name and describe the purpose of a digital oscilloscope’s systems using a flowchart