Basic Electricity, Basic Electrical Theory & Basic Electrical Wiring

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Basic Electricity & Basic Electrical Theory

Mastering the NEC 2008 DVDs - 12 DVD Set
Designed to help electricians, designers, supervisors, contractors and maintenance personnel understand the NEC. Or use to train and re-train electrical staff.

Basic Electric DC Calculation
Basic Electric AC Calculation
Residential Wiring Code
Residential Service Calculations
Commercial & Industrial Service Calculations
Ampacities & Derating
Overcurrent Protection, Continuous Loads, Transformers and Tap Rules
Understanding Grounding Part 1: Systems and Services
Understanding Grounding Part 2: Circuits and Equipment
Raceways, Boxes & Cabinets: Fill and Dimensions
Motor Circuits: Understanding Article 430
Understanding the Second Half of the Code

Audel Practical Electricity
A Practical Reference Guide to Understanding the Fundamentals of Electricity and Electrical Circuits
To succeed in any of today’s electrical specialties, you must first understand the fundamentals. This concise guidebook, fully updated and revised to comply with the National Electrical Code,® provides that solid foundation in electrical theory, circuitry, and common applications. Whether you’re pursuing an electrical career, need a refresher course, or simply want to understand the wiring in your home, you’ll learn the basics from this book

Electrical Equipment Handbook: Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Provides you with the state-of–the-art information for achieving the highest performance from your transformers, motors, speed drives, generator, rectifiers, and inverters. With this book in hand you'll understand various diagnostic testing methods and inspection techniques as well as advance fault detection techniques critical components and common failure modes. This handbook will answer all your questions about industrial electrical equipment.

Electrical Principles and Practices
Comprehensive Introduction to Basic Electrical Theory and Fundamentals
Provides a comprehensive, content-filled introduction to basic electrical theory, circuit fundamentals, and practical wiring techniques. The text is based on typical residential, commercial, and industrial systems and represents the broad range of uses for electricity found in different industries.
Also Available: Workbook, Answer Key & Instructor's Reference Guide

Electrician's Instant Answers
The Book for Electricians Who Need the Right Answer NOW!
It provides all the information you need to solve just about any electrical procedure problem – quickly, effectively, and economically. Packed with calculations, tips, fast facts, charts, tables, and photographs, it features just enough text to get the job done right, without wasting your time.

Electrician's Pocket Manual
The ULTIMATE At-A-Glance Data Finder - For Electricians of all Levels
Complete, compact and featuring formulas, tables, and diagrams in place of lengthy text descriptions, this handy reference delivers job-essential information in a quick look-up format. This second edition has been updated to the 2005 National Electrical Code, new symbols for electrical drafting now being used in CAD drafting, additional coverage of co-axial cable in home wiring, and more on electric motors and controls.

Delmar's Standard Textbook of Electricity - Hard-cover
Understand the Theory and Application of Electrical Concepts!
Understanding the theory and application of electrical concepts is necessary for a successful career in the electrical field specifically in industrial maintenance and installation, and this newly revised, full color text delivers! Delmar's Standard Textbook of Electricity, Fourth Edition trains aspiring electricians by blending concepts relating to electrical theory with practical 'how to' information that prepares readers for situations commonly encountered on the job.

Electricity 1: Devices, Circuits and Materials
Designed to give readers the “building blocks” of electricity concepts, the sequence of topics and practical applications in this book will provide a solid foundation in electron theory and movement, direct-current series circuits, parallel circuits, series-parallel circuits, voltage line drops, rotating machinery fundamentals, and more! Electricity 1: 9th Edition follows the same user-friendly approach that made previous editions so effective, while incorporating updates based on the 2008 National Electrical Code®.

Electricity 2: Devices, Circuits and Materials
Electricity 2: Devices, Circuits and Materials, 9th Edition acquaints newcomers to the field with various types of alternating current circuits, while developing a solid understanding of the concepts of power, power factor, and power factor correction. This book, completely updated to the 2008 National Electrical Code®, explores alternating current principles and concepts of inductive reactance, capacitive reactance, and impedance. Sample problems and solutions at the end of each unit provide a direct route to understanding as readers apply key electrical principles in realistic troubleshooting situations

Electricity 3: Power Generation and Delivery
Designed for both novice and practicing electrical workers, Electricity: Power Generation and Delivery, 9th Edition, explores various types of generators and the delivery of single phase and three-phase power to the customer site. The ninth edition is updated to the 2008 National Electrical Code® and includes safety features from the power supply industry and current OSHA standards where applicable. All-new coverage of generator maintenance and troubleshooting and expanded coverage of transfer switches, transformers, and connections. With a continued focus on the “hows” and “whys” of electrical system operation, readers will gain a solid understanding that goes beyond what to do in an electrical problem to why various electrical procedures are important.

Electricity 4: AC/DC Motors, Controls, and Maintenance
Quick and Easy Access To Information on AC and DC Motors
Provides easy access to information on DC and AC motors, various types of manual, magnetic, and electronic controls, and the installation and maintenance functions of each. Updated to the 2008 National Electrical Code® and featuring safety references to the most current OSHA Safe Work policies, Electricity 4: 9th Edition provides practical, hands-on information to get the electrical system operating as well as the theory of “why” the system works to aid in troubleshooting. The Ninth Edition features material on Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and newer controls for servo and small motors. Current practices and equipment have also been added to the Maintenance section to better enable readers to troubleshoot motors and control problems.

Lineman’s and Cableman’s Handbook
THE INDUSTRY “BIBLE” SINCE 1928!
This newly revised text, now in full color, provides easy-to-follow instructions and the essential information for controlling industrial motors. Most commonly-used devices in contemporary industrial settings are covered. Many circuits are explained with clear and concise step-by-step sequences that help students learn the concepts and applications of control logic

Photovoltaic Systems
Photovoltaic Systems is a comprehensive guide to the design, installation, and evaluation of residential and commercial photovoltaic (PV) systems. The textbook covers the principles of photovoltaics and how to effectively incorporate PV systems into stand-alone or interconnected electrical systems. The content includes system advantages and disadvantages, site evaluation, component operation, system design and sizing, and installation requirements and recommended practices.

Soares Book on Grounding and Bonding, 2008 NEC
10th Edition Updated To The 2008 National Electrical Code
Published by the International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI). A long-time classic, it is believed to be the most authoritative book on this subject. This new 10th edition has been meticulously updated to the 2008 National Electrical Code. Why get your information piecemeal, when you can see design, engineering, installation and enforcement perspectives dovetail together in this one book? Soares Book on Grounding and Bonding is the only book on the market that helps you see all the perspectives before you do the job.

Solar Power Your Home For Dummies
Save On Energy Costs By Adding Solar Energy Components To Your Home
Want to take advantage of solar power in your home? Whether you’re looking to save on your energy costs by adding a few solar components or you want to build a solar-powered house from the ground up, Solar Power Your Home For Dummies takes the mystery out of this energy source and shows you how to put it to work for you! This friendly, hands-on guide is packed with tips for making your home more energy-efficient though solar power—and helping the planet at the same time. You’ll see how to survey your home to determine your current household energy efficiency and use, and evaluate where solar power would best benefit you. You’ll also calculate what the return on your investment will be before you make any decisions. Once you’ve decided on a project, you’ll see whether it’s best to hire a contractor or do it yourself. We leave no stone unturned

Test Instruments
Comprehensive Overview and Practical Use of Electrical Test Instruments
This comprehensive new text provides an overview of the latest information on the safe, efficient, and practical use of electrical test instruments. Test Instruments provides an overview of typical electrical test instruments used for installation tests, process equipment operation, quality control, and troubleshooting activities. Topics include - Personal protective equipment based on National Fire Protection Association standard NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical safety in the Workplace
Also Available: Applications Manual, Answer Key & Instructor's Reference Guide

Transformer Principles and Applications
Comprehensive Overview of Transformer Operation, Maintenance, Installation & Troubleshooting
Developed in partnership with NJATC, this new text provides a comprehensive overview of transformer operation, maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting. This full-color textbook is designed to develop basic competencies of electrical apprentices, and other learners from beginning to advanced. It can be used in a classroom setting, as a self-study text, or as a desktop reference book on advanced wiring connections and applications. All safety and personal protective equipment depicted is based on requirements specified in National Fire Protection Association standard NFPA 70E
Also Available: Textbook Answer Key & Instructor's Resource Guide

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