Illustrated Guide to the National Electrical Code / Edition 7

by Charles R. Miller

Overview

This uniquely effective guide will help you master the 2017 National Electrical Code. The author uses highly detailed, technically accurate illustrations to make even the most complex aspects of the code easier to understand and apply, translating the often complicated language of the 2017 NEC into clear, simple instructions and helpful visuals. A logical organization of topics lets you explore fundamental concepts before progressing to requirements for various dwellings, from one-family homes to multi-family housing, commercial locations, and special occupancies. In addition, a convenient, modular format makes it easy to reference relevant information as needed. The Seventh Edition of this trusted text combines accurate, up-to-date coverage of changes to the 2017 NEC, numerous new and updated illustrations, and an innovative learning approach perfect for today's visual learners, creating an indispensable resource for students and professionals alike.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781337101974
Publisher:	Cengage Learning
Publication date:	05/01/2017
Series:	MindTap Course List
Pages:	496
Product dimensions:	8.40(w) x 10.70(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

For 18 years, Charles R. Miller owned and operated a successful commercial electrical contracting company (Lighthouse Electric) in Nashville, Tennessee. Now an accomplished author and educator, Mr. Miller specializes in leading customized seminars on the National Electrical Code (NEC), as well as National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E. Class and seminar attendees have included employees of companies such as Suez Water, Lockheed Martin and McKee Foods, as well as academic institutions such as Tennessee State University, Vanderbilt University and Purdue University. Mr. Miller also wrote and illustrated the monthly "Code In Focus" column in ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR magazine for 19 years, and he co-hosted a home improvement radio talk show in Nashville for over three years.

Table of Contents

Preface
Fundamental Provisions -- Introduction
Definitions
Boxes and Enclosures
Cables
Raceways
One-Family Dwellings - General Provisions
Specific Provisions
Load Calculations
Services and Electric Equipment
Multi-Family Dwellings - General Provisions
Specific Provisions
Load Calculations
Services and Electric Equipment
Commercial Locations - General Provisions
Specific Occupancies
Special Occupancies and Equipment - Hazardous (Classified) Locations
Health Care
Specific Occupancies and Areas
Specific Equipment Appendix

Editorial Reviews

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)