Electrical Studies for Trades

by HERMAN

• ISBN13: 9780766828490
• ISBN10: 0766828492
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-08-02
• Publisher: CENGAGE Delmar Learning

Summary

Electrical Studies for Trades is ideal for current and future service technicians in fields such as air conditioning and refrigeration, construction, and facilities management who require practical knowledge of electricity. This book begins with an overview of basic electricity concepts rather than introducing complex mathematical calculations. From this starting point, readers proceed directly to "must-know" information, including how to determine wire sizes and make a variety of common switch connections. Different types of electrical power panels are also examined in detail. Discussion of general wiring practices and circuit protectors, as well as an introduction to transformers and three-phase and single-phase motors, rounds out the comprehensive coverage.

Table of Contents

Preface
Acknowledgments
Atomic Structure	1	(19)
Electrical Quantities and Ohm's Law	20	(26)
Static Electricity	46	(15)
Magnetism	61	(17)
Series Circuits	78	(27)
Parallel Circuits	105	(26)
Combination Circuits	131	(29)
Measuring Elements	160	(39)
Alternating Current	199	(15)
Alternating Current Loads	214	(15)
Capacitive Loads	229	(32)
Three-Phase Circuits	261	(18)
Transformers	279	(30)
Electrical Services	309	(20)
General Wiring Practices	329	(42)
Three-Phase Motors	371	(40)
Single-Phase Motors	411	(32)
Schematics and Wiring Diagrams	443	(22)
Appendix A	465	(1)
Appendix B	466	(4)
Appendix C	470	(13)
Appendix D	483	(1)
Glossary	484