RESEARCH OF COMPLEX ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS USING MS EXCEL AND MULTISIM SOFTWARE

Currently, the development of computer technology occupies an important place in the field of education. In technical higher educational institutions, calculations are usually performed manually in practical classes and checked by a teacher. This applies to the traditional learning process. The human factor plays an important role in this process. For example, when calculating complex electrical circuits, the probability of errors is very high. It also takes some time to check for errors. The article proves that with optimal integrated use of popular software such as MS EXCEL and MULTISIM, it is possible to solve this problem by gaining the skill of "self-checking". The article considers as an example the calculation of alternating current circuits and transients, which are often considered in electrical engineering. When analyzing electrical circuits, special attention is paid to the advantages of these programs. As a result, the student can calculate the task using one program and check the calculation results with another program. With this method of teaching, the teacher does not fully interfere in the calculation process, but only adapts the student to the method of "self-checking", acting as an observer.