The author's guiding philosophy in writing this text has three elements: to present basic concepts to students in a general setting, to show how the principles of electrical engineering apply to specific problems in their own fields, and to enhance the learning process. Emphasizing the basic concepts of the field, this text covers circuit analysis, digital systems, electronics, and electromechanics. In addition, a wide array of pedagogical features stimulate student interest, eliminate frustration, and engender an awareness of the relevance of the material to their chosen profession.