Electrical Systems Based on the 2020 NEC®

Book Synopsis: Electrical Systems is designed for use by journeyman and master electricians, inspectors, contractors, and others in the electrical trade. This authoritative textbook is recognized in the industry for providing a comprehensive overview of the National Electrical Code®. Concise text and descriptive illustrations cover the Code and its application to wiring methods and materials, conductors and overcurrent protection devices, branch circuits and feeders, grounding, transformers, services, special locations, calculations, and renewable energy systems.

Features of this edition include the following:

• An updated chapter on renewable energy systems that covers electric vehicle charging, photovoltaics, fuel cells, wind, interconnected power production, energy storage, stand-alone systems, DC microgrids, and energy management
• An interactive code identification game that assesses printreading and NEC® knowledge based on electrical prints
• All code references, photos, and illustrations updated to the 2020 NEC®

CONTENTS

• The National Electrical Code®
• Branch Circuits and Feeders
• Dwelling Load Calculations
• Services
• Conductors and Overcurrent Protection
• Grounding
• Wiring Methods
• Wiring Materials - Raceways and Boxes
• Wiring Materials - Switches, Switchboards, and Panelboards
• Equipment for General Use
• Motors, Generators, A/C and Refrigeration, and Fire Pumps
• Transformers
• Special Locations
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Final Exam