Electrical Circuits
Digilent plays a crucial role in teaching electrical circuits in academic settings by providing accessible, portable, and versatile tools. Our products, such as the Analog Discovery 3 and Analog Discovery Studio, serve as multifunctional devices combining oscilloscopes, waveform generators, and more into a single USB-powered unit, making hands-on learning easier. These tools are cost-effective, allowing both students and institutions to afford professional-grade equipment.
Portable, Affordable, and Accessible Tools
Digilent's USB-powered devices, Analog Discovery 3 and Analog Discovery Studio, function as multi-instrument tools (oscilloscope, waveform generator, logic analyzer, etc.). They are designed to fit within tight student budgets while offering professional-grade functionality. This makes it easier for students to have lab-quality equipment at home or in the classroom.
Digilent’s latest multi-function test and measurement device, also known as the AD3, is a digital oscilloscope, logic analyzer, waveform generator, pattern generator, and much more. Using the flexible WaveForms software (supported by Windows, Mac, and Linux), the Analog Discovery 3 can be used in the lab, in the field, or even at home - you're no longer tied down to a traditional benchtop and stacks of expensive test instruments.
The Analog Discovery Studio is a fully functional, portable test and measurement device that can turn any cross-functional space into a pop-up electronics laboratory. Equipped with 13 instruments, including an Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, Waveform Generator, and more; the Analog Discovery Studio provides an entire stack of bench-top instruments with a convenient, replaceable, and breadboardable interface, perfect for enabling student learning anywhere.
Curriculum Integration and Educational Resources
Hop on over to our Resource Center where you’ll find an abundance of resources for you and your students. Device specific resources to help students include tutorials for each of the instruments a getting started guide, and more. The free course Intro to Analog Circuits Using the Analog Discovery 3, with optional physical textbook Real Analog textbook (sold on Amazon, and made compatible for Analog Discovery 3!). This is an entire course that you can pick and choose from, broken down by chapters including text material and labs. Feel free to use all of these resources to help transition your course to online, and of course if you or your students have any questions they can head over to the Digilent Forum.
Enabling Remote and Hybrid Learning
The shift toward remote and hybrid education models has been supported by Digilent’s portable instruments, enabling students to engage in lab work from virtually anywhere. Students can continue hands-on learning from home with minimal equipment, ensuring that lab experiences are not compromised in online settings.
Digilent’s platforms scale to different learning levels, from introductory to advanced circuits. The widespread use in academic institutions enhances practical circuit design skills, bridging theory and real-world application. By focusing on educational accessibility, Digilent has become a trusted partner in electrical engineering education worldwide.
Academic Verification and Special Academic Pricing
All products on the Digilent store have special discounted pricing for qualified academic customers. To purchase products at academic prices on our website:
- Set up an account with Digilent.
- Verify your academic credentials.
- Once we verify your academic information, a confirmation email will be sent out and academic pricing will be applied automatically when you are logged into your Digilent account!
For a complete breakdown of pricing for the above products as well as all others, check out our Price List.
Distributors: If you’re a distributor, you may have different prices than those listed in our Price List.