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Electrical Systems, Based on the 2008 National Electrical Code

Electrical Systems, Based on the 2008 National Electrical Code, is a comprehensive reference and instructional tool for journeyman and master electricians, inspectors, contractors, electrical designers, and others who use the National Electrical Code.

List Price $76.00
Website Price $68.40

Author: Michael I Callanan, Bill Wusinich
Format: Softcover
Copyright: 2008
Pages: 440

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Description

Designed for use by journeyman and master electricians, inspectors, contractors, and others, this authoritative text is recognized in the industry for providing a comprehensive overview of the National Electrical Code. Concise text and descriptive illustrations cover the National Electrical Code and its application to wiring methods and materials, conductors and overcurrent protection devices, branch circuits and feeders, grounding, transformers, services, special locations, calculations, and more. Important changes to the 2008 National Electrical Code are covered throughout. Trade knowledge gained in the field is conveyed in concise text and full-color illustrations for quick understanding.

Contents include:

The National Electrical Code
Branch Circuits and Feeders
Calculations
Services
Conductors and Overcurrent Protection
Grounding
Wiring Methods
Wiring Materials - Raceways and Boxes
Wiring Materials - Switches, Switchboards, and Panelboards
Equipment for General Use
Motors, Generators, A/C and Refrigeration, and Fire Pumps
Transformers
Special Locations

Topics and references related to the 2008 National Electrical Code are presented throughout and include the following:

New changes in the 2008 National Electrical Code listed at the beginning of each chapter.
Learning the Code, featuring insights on chapter topics based on hands-on trade experience.
Review Questions and Trade Tests that verify comprehension of content covered.
Full-color illustrations that demonstrate and explain how to apply the National Electrical Code.
Calculation forms that organize and simplify load determination for one-family and multifamily dwellings.
Full-color photographs that depict products and applications commonly found in the field.

The comprehensive CD-ROM included in the book features:

Quick Quizzes that provide an interactive review of topics covered in the chapters.
An Illustrated Glossary that serves as a helpful reference to key terms and links to selected illustrations and media clips.
Flash Cards that test for knowledge of National Electrical Code-related terms and definitions.
Media Clips that depict various topics covered in the book.
Access to ATPeResources.com, which provides a comprehensive array of instructional materials.