Circuits can often be an intimidating mess of wires and parts. In order to turn this mess into a manageable and easy to understand circuit, one must have a good understanding of a few basic electrical circuit components. This Instructable will cover the basics on breadboards, resistors, capacitors, inductors, and diodes. You will learn how and when to use each component.
Using the Electronics Lab from Autodesk Circuits, we will see simple simulations showing how each component can be used in a circuit. If you are new to electrical circuits, this is the place to start!