Audel Guide To The 2011 National Electrical Code

The NEC is updated every 3 years with some of the anticipated changes include new requirements to sections while some of the changes include entirely new articles. Some changes are revisions to existing requirements while others are deletions to some existing requirements. As with the last edition of this book the author will use an icon or other graphical feature to highlight all changes to the 2011 code from the 2008 version. The book is considered an easy reference tool for those individuals on the job in need of a handy reference without the bulk and formality of the code itself. Significant changes to wiring and protection sections as well as new coverae of hybrid electric vehicles and small wind turbine power generators are being made. As always there will be numerous small changes made throughout the book. In short if a change has been made to the code it will be covered in this book in an easy to read instructional way.

An essential resource for passing electrician's examinations To pass your state and local licensing exams, you need knowledge and confidence. This comprehensive review guide gives you plenty of both. It's packed with sample questions to help you focus your efforts, review material on all aspects of the 2011 National Electrical Code (NEC), the lowdown on business competency requirements, and tips for studying and test-taking that will help you conquer anxiety ahead. Learn the definitions, specifications, and regulations of the 2011 NEC Acquire test-taking skills with examples of questions and answers that are similar to the ones on the license tests Brush up on taxes, unemployment, workers compensation, OSHA, lien laws, and other aspects of the business competency exam Boost your confidence with studying and test-taking tips A reliable and trusted resource for many decades, this newest edition delivers all of the vital content electricians need to made the grade and advance their careers.

Get a grip on the 2002 NEC The 2002 NEC is here–but what do the changes mean for you on the job? This easy-to-follow interpretive guide walks you article by article through the 2002 Code, clarifying terms, explaining new standards, highlighting compliance issues, and providing practical worksite tips. It’s the one reference you need to make sense of the NEC–and make sure each job gets done by the book. Know the rules for wiring design, protection, methods, and materials Identify standards that apply for general use equipment Discover what the Code says about electrical requirements for service stations, industrial plants, health care facilities, and other special occupancies Find out about special equipment used in office partitions, information technology systems, swimming pools, and more Examine emergency systems, remote control circuits, optical fiber cables, and other special conditions Understand new standards for today’s communications systems

Here's what you need to know Understanding and following the voluminous National Electrical Code is a constant challenge. You need a reference that doesn't waste your time. This guide extracts the information necessary for you, the installer, then arranges it for easy access and highlights the changes so you can quickly spot what's new. Whether you're a novice or a veteran, you'll want this book with you on every job. * Understand the terms and rules for installation set forth in the NEC * Identify what's new in the 2005 version * Review each section of the NEC that applies to electrical installation * Find summary information on the new model ordinances * Learn about the significant changes in bonding and grounding requirements * Explore the expanded section covering communications equipment * Comprehend the new definitions and be able to use them in interpreting Code requirements

GUIDE TO THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 2011 EDITION is the ideal comprehensive self-study or course guide for the entire 2011 NEC (National Electrical Code). Dr. Thomas Harman explains the code in detail, with references to the specific NEC articles that apply to each discussion, example, or problem. All NEC rules are summarized in tables for easy reference, and Harman provides dozens of worked example calculations. For ease of use, the Guide divides the NEC rules into those for wiring design and for practical installations; the book also reviews general electrical theory. Each chapter contains quizzes and an examination with answers. Three realistic sample final examinations are also provided.

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The Most Complete Guide to the 2011 NEC Thoroughly revised and expanded with hundreds of pages of new material to reflect changes in the 2011 NEC, McGraw-Hill’s National Electrical Code 2011 Handbook, 27th Edition provides authoritative guidance and analysis to help you accurately interpret 2011 NEC rules. Co-author and working electrician, Frederic P. Hartwell, who has participated in the NEC process for almost thirty years, describes problems and difficulties in NEC provisions from an unbiased and practical perspective. It does not duplicate NEC text and tables within its covers. Designed as an essential companion to the 2011 NEC, it contains over one-third more explanatory material and more than 1000 diagrams and photos within its convenient 6 x 9 inch format. Details on the background and rationale for specific code rules facilitate an in-depth understanding of the meaning and application of those rules. This must-have on-the-job reference helps your work pass inspection the first time.