Electrical 4 trainee guide, 2008 nec, paperback (1st ed )

The revision of this highly popular trainee guide features a complete update to the 2008 NEC« and three new modules! In addition, Electrical Level 4 features a highly illustrated design, technical hints and tips from industry experts, review questions and a whole lot more! Key content includes: Load Calculations Feeders and Services, Health Care Facilities (NEW!), Standby & Emergency Systems, Basic Electronic Theory, Fire Alarm Systems, Specialty Transformers, Advanced Controls, HVAC Controls, Heat Tracing & Freeze Protection, Motor Operation & Maintenance, Medium-Voltage Terminations/Splices, Special Locations (NEW!), and Introductory Skills for the Crew Leader (NEW!).

TABLE OF CONTENTS

26401-08 Load Calculations Feeders and Services (20 hours)
Topics include basic calculation procedures for commercial and residential applications.

26402-08 Health Care Facilities (10 hours) NEW!
Covers the installation of electric circuits in health care facilities, including the requirements for life safety and critical circuits.

26403-08 Standby and Emergency Systems (10 hours)
Explains the NEC« requirements for electric generators and storage batteries.

26404-08 Basic Electronic Theory (10 hours)
Explains the function and operation of basic electronic devices, including semiconductors, diodes, rectifiers, and transistors.

26405-08 Fire Alarm Systems (15 hours)
Covers fire alarm control units, Digital Alarm Communicator Systems (DACS), wiring for alarm initiating and notification devices, and alarm system maintenance.

26406-08 Specialty Transformers (10 hours)
Covers various types of transformers and their applications. Also provides information on selecting, sizing, and installing these devices.

26407-08 Advanced Motor Controls (20 hours)
Discusses applications and operating principles of solid-state controls, reduced-voltage starters, and adjustable frequency drives. Also covers basic troubleshooting procedures.

26408-08 HVAC Controls (15 hours)
Provides a basic overview of HVAC systems and their controls. Also covers electrical troubleshooting and NEC« requirements.

26409-08 Heat Tracing and Freeze Protection (10 hours)
Covers various heat tracing systems along with their applications and installation requirements.

26410-08 Motor Operation and Maintenance (10 hours) HEAVILY REVISED!
Covers motor cleaning, testing, and preventive maintenance. Also describes basic troubleshooting procedures.

26411-08 Medium-Voltage Terminations and Splices (10 hours)
Offers an overview of the NEC« and cable manufacturers' requirements for medium-voltage terminations and splices.

26412-08 Special Locations (20 hours) NEW!
Describes the NEC« requirements for selecting and installing equipment, enclosures, and devices in various special locations including places of assembly, theaters, carnivals, agricultural buildings, marinas, temporary installations, wired partitions and swimming pools.

26413-08 Introductory Skills for The Crew Leader (10 hours) NEW TO ELECTRICAL!
Teaches the basic leadership skills required to supervise personnel. Discusses principles of project planning, scheduling, estimating, management, and presents several case studies for student participation.