Illustrated Guide to the National Electrical Code

Providing a unique approach to learning the Code, the Illustrated Guide to the NEC uses highly detailed, technically accurate illustrations and visuals to break down and simplify the expanding volume and complexity of the 2008 National Electrical Code. By translating the sometimes vague, complicated wording of the Code into straightforward illustrations and clear explanations, this book provides a resource that will facilitate comprehension and application of Code requirements for beginning and master electricians alike. Material is organized logically, covering fundamental provisions first, and then grouping code requirements by the type of occupancy, beginning with one-family dwellings, and progressing on to multi-family, commercial locations, and special occupancies. This organization is not only logical but also reflects how information is needed when working in the electrical industry, better preparing readers for the real world. Its comprehensive coverage, innovative learning approach, and industry-based organization make this an indispensable supplement to the NEC, whether users need information on a specific area, or need to learn the Code from cover to cover.

This book provides a more in-depth look at the National Electrical Code than can be found in other books on the market today. Each technically accurate, highly detailed illustration offers insight into Code requirements. Pertinent details appear in clearly written text blocks, which can be read very quickly and with little effort. Information formerly scattered throughout the Code book has been logically gathered and concentrated under the appropriate occupancy. All relevant aspects are thoroughly discussed and illustrated accordingly. Illustrated Guide to the NEC offers a visually pleasing format which stimulates interest and facilitates comprehension of the Code - It is a must have for practicing electricians, engineers, code inspectors, anyone who refers to the National Electrical Code in their work.

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Miller combines years of experience as an electrical contractor and a trainer in producing the second edition of this guide to the National Electrical Code(r) (NEC(r)). Designed to teach through visualization, the text contains over 600 technically precise, highly detailed illustrations to explain—and minimize misinterpretation of—the NEC requirements. For the second edition, the text has been thoroughly updated to reflect the requirements of the 2002 NEC. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

For eighteen years, Charles R. Miller owned and operated a successful commercial electrical contracting company (Lighthouse Electric Co., Inc.) in Nashville, Tennessee. Mr. Miller teaches custom tailored classes and seminars covering various aspects of the National Electrical Code? (NEC?) and NFPA 70E. Class and seminar attendees have included individuals employed by companies such as Ford, Textron, The Aerostructures Corporation, and academic institutions such as Tennessee State University, Vanderbilt University, and Purdue University. Besides teaching, writing and illustrating, Mr. Miller co-hosted a home improvement radio talk show in Nashville, Tennessee for more than three years.