Title: Measure current in series and parallel circuits, using a multimeter.
Course: Electronics Systems I (17106-36) > Section: Examining Current, Voltage, Resistance, and Power

Measurement should include determining current, voltage, and resistance.

When working with a circuit,

- connecting the meter to the circuit should be done in the power-off condition
- negative reading(s) in a DC circuit means the leads are reversed
- current readings are always made in series with the circuit.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is a multimeter?
- How do analog and digital multi-meters compare in use, accuracy, and performance?
- How can multimeters and similar test equipment be used to measure circuit characteristics?
- How do actual and virtual test equipment values compare?
- How can multimeters be used to measure circuit characteristics of voltage and current?
- How do series and parallel measurements of current differ?