

- Describe the basic structure of the BJT (bipolar junction transistor)
- Explain how a transistor is biased and discuss the transistor currents and their relationships
- Discuss transistor parameters and characteristics and use these to analyze a transistor circuit
- Discuss how a transistor is used as a voltage amplifier
- Discuss how a transistor is used as an electronic switch
- Describe a phototransistor and its operation
- Identify various types of transistor package configurations
- Troubleshoot various faults in transistor circuits