Electrical Wiring Commercial

by Mullin, Ray C; Smith, Robert L

• ISBN13: 9781435439122
• ISBN10: 1435439120
• Edition: 13th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-01-14
• Publisher: CENGAGE Delmar Learning

Summary

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.

Table of Contents

Commercial Building Plans and Specifications

Reading Electrical Working Drawings+Entry Level

Calculating The Electrical Load

Branch-Circuits

Switches and Receptacles

Branch-Circuit Installation

Motor and Appliance Circuits

Feeders

Special Systems

Working Drawings+Upper Level

Special Circuits (Owner+s Circuits)

Panelboard Selection and Installation

The Electric Service

Lamps for Lighting

Luminaires (Fixtures)

Emergency, Legally Required Standby, and Optional Standby

Overcurrent Protection: Fuses and Circuit Breakers

Short-Circuit Calculations and Coordination of Overcurrent Protective Devices

Equipment and Conductor Short-Circuit Protection

Low-Voltage Remote-Control

The Cooling System

Appendix

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