Electrical and Electronics 10, Electrical 20, 30, Electronics 20, A30, B30

(a)	Explain the purpose of capacitors.
(b)	Provide examples of applications of capacitors in electronic circuits.
(c)	Identify the schematic symbols for polarized and non-polarized capacitors.
(d)	Describe the physical characteristics (e.g., plate area, plate spacing and dielectric material) that determine capacitance.
(e)	Explore how changing the physical characteristics of a capacitor affects its capacitance.
(f)	Compare the features of different types (e.g., ceramic, film, electrolytic and monolithic) of capacitors.
(g)	Explain the ratings (i.e., capacitance and voltage) of a capacitor.
(h)	Determine the polarity and rating of capacitors.
(i)	Determine equivalent capacitance values of capacitors in series, parallel and combination circuits.
(j)	Identify components in circuits that offer variable capacitance.