Electrical Wiring Commercial

Edition:013
Author: Ray C Mullin; Robert L. Smith
ISBN #: 1435439120
©2008   Publish Date: 01/14/2008
Binding: PB
Pages: 448
Publisher: Cengage Learning

Price: $129.95

Description:

Updated to reference the 2008 National Electrical Code, this edition of Electrical Wiring Commercial guides readers step-by-step through the basics of commercial wiring. With a practical, straightforward approach, and a new, full-color design that aids in complex wiring diagrams, this book provides more learning tools than ever before for the critical tasks and responsibilities that face today's professional commercial electricians. With new coverage of energy conservation laws like Title 24, as well as updated coverage of today's important concepts like ground fault circuit interrupters, compact fluorescent lamps, motor burnout problems, and 2008 NEC grounding requirements, readers can feel confident they are getting the very latest in industry standards and procedures. A complete set of commercial building plans is also included, offering opportunities for hands-on practice in interpreting and applying Code requirements and making this an ideal resource for anyone who will work in the commercial electricity industry.

Product Benefits:

• New, updated photographs, full color diagrams, and illustrations add clarity to explanations of critical concepts
• Expanded coverage on safety in the workplace from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) provides readers with well-rounded introduction to the subject
• Practical examples are used throughout to reinforce key calculations and concepts
• Both metric and English measurements are used to appeal to readers of all learning backgrounds
• Criss Cross Code Index allows users to reference specific content and Code requirements with ease

Table of Contents:

Unit 1: COMMERCIAL BUILDING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Unit 2: READING ELECTRICAL WORKING DRAWINGS—ENTRY LEVEL
Unit 3: CALCULATING THE ELECTRICAL LOAD
Unit 4: BRANCH-CIRCUITS
Unit 5 SWITCHES AND RECEPTACLES
Unit 6: BRANCH-CIRCUIT INSTALLATION
Unit 7: MOTOR AND APPLIANCE CIRCUITS
Unit 8: FEEDERS
Unit 9 SPECIAL SYSTEMS
Unit 10: WORKING DRAWINGS—UPPER LEVEL
Unit 11 SPECIAL CIRCUITS (OWNERS CIRCUITS)
Unit 12 PANELBOARD SELECTION AND INSTALLATION
Unit 13 THE ELECTRIC SERVICE
Unit 14 LAMPS FOR LIGHTING
Unit 15 LUMINAIRES (FIXTURES)
Unit 16 EMERGENCY, LEGALLY REQUIRED STANDBY, AND OPTIONAL STANDBY
Unit 17 OVERCURRENT PROTECTION: FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Unit 18 SHORT-CIRCUIT CALCULATIONS AND COORDINATION OF
OVERCURRENT PROTECTIVE DEVICES
Unit 19 EQUIPMENT AND CONDUCTOR SHORT-CIRCUIT PROTECTION
Unit 20 LOW-VOLTAGE REMOTE-CONTROL
Unit 21 THE COOLING SYSTEM
APPENDIX

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