The electronic components exploiting the electronic properties of semiconductor materials, are termed as semiconductor devices. This tutorial discusses the functional operation of semiconductor devices, explains the operation of devices in a circuit, etc. Each topic in this tutorial is explained well using circuit diagrams for better understanding. After completing this tutorial, readers will be at a moderate level of expertise to explain the basics related to semiconductor devices.

Audience

This tutorial will be useful for all those readers who want to gain knowledge on semiconductor devices. Upon completion of this tutorial, you will able to explain the functional operation of semiconductor devices.

Prerequisites

We don’t assume any prior knowledge of Electronics is necessary to understand this tutorial. The material is meant for beginners and it should be useful for most readers.