Title: Describe the purpose and components of protected circuits.
Course: Electronics Systems I (17106-36) > Section: Introducing Circuit Components

Description should include

- identifying fuses, including resettable fuses, and circuit breakers
- explaining the purpose of circuit-protection devices
- discussing surge protectors and ground fault interrupter (GFI) circuits.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the methods for protecting electronic circuits?
- What are safety precautions for working with electronic circuits?
- What are the units of measurement for circuit protection?
- How is circuit protection evaluated and maintained?