Technology, Electricity
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Synopsis
Based on national standards set by the residential construction industry, the new Residential Construction Academy Series is the result of a partnership between Home Builders Institute and Delmar Learning. This series is the perfect way to guide learners to development of essential workplace skills.
Electrical Principles focuses on the important topics that residential electricians need, presented logically so that learners can fully grasp the concepts they will need on the job. This book covers each of the work functions, key activities, and specialties addressed in the NAHB's Residential Electrician Skill Standards. Through the use of a lively writing style and frequent examples, Stephen Herman provides a blend of practical and theoretical material that is easy to follow. This book focuses on the theory needed by a residential wireman, including Ohm's Law, circuits, instruments, direct and alternative current theory, transformers, motors, important safety information, and more.- Examples are used extensively throughout the text to help students master the material
- A separate chapter on Safety emphasizes the importance of safety on the job
- A Glossary of Terms opens each chapter to give students easy access to terminology when they need it
- Additional pedagogical features-chapter overviews, objectives, summary, practice problems, and review questions-support the text material
- An extensive full-color art and photo program brings the topic to life for students
Book Details
Published
November 1, 2002
Publisher
Cengage Learning
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9781401812942