Modern Residential Wiring 13e, Online Textbook
Modern Residential Wiring presents the latest electrical wiring installation and repair practices in accordance with the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC). Ideal for introductory courses covering the basics of residential wiring, this text uses a clear and simple language to provide essential information regarding safety, electrical theory, tools, and electrical systems. Applicable Code references, including step-by-step instructions for using Code tables, Code Alert features, and Know the Code questions, help students better understand the NEC. The text also features specialized installations, such as swimming pools and emergency standby systems, and a special math section that reviews the math skills needed by electricians.
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Modern Residential Wiring 13e, Online Textbook
- Modern Residential Wiring
- Copyright © 2024 by The Goodheart-Willcox Company, Inc.
- Preface
- About the Author
- Reviewers
- Acknowledgments
- New to This Edition
- Credentialing Partners and Support
- Features of the Textbook
- TOOLS FOR STUDENT AND INSTRUCTOR SUCCESS
- The National Electrical Code ®
- Brief Contents
- Contents
- Features
- Section 1 Fundamentals
- Chapter 1 Electrical Careers
- Chapter 1 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 1 Objectives
- Chapter 1 Technical Terms
- Chapter 1 Introduction
- 1.1 Career Categories
- 1.2 Applying for a Position
- 1.3 Succeeding in the Workplace
- 1.4 Owning a Business
- 1.5 Training and Career Development
- Chapter 1 Summary
- Chapter 1 Internet Resources
- Chapter 1 Know and Understand
- Chapter 1 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 1 Critical Thinking
- Chapter 2 Safety
- Chapter 2 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 2 Objectives
- Chapter 2 Technical Terms
- Chapter 2 Introduction
- 2.1 Workplace Injuries
- 2.2 Working Safely
- 2.3 Responding to an Accident
- 2.4 Hazardous Environments
- 2.5 Reference
- Chapter 2 Summary
- Chapter 2 Internet Resources
- Chapter 2 Know and Understand
- Chapter 2 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 2 Critical Thinking
- Chapter 3 Hand and Power Tools
- Chapter 3 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 3 Objectives
- Chapter 3 Technical Terms
- Chapter 3 Introduction
- 3.1 Measuring Tools
- 3.2 Wire Tools
- 3.3 Conduit
- 3.4 Striking
- 3.5 Drilling
- 3.6 Miscellaneous
- 3.7 Care and Repair of Tools
- Chapter 3 Summary
- Chapter 3 Internet Resources
- Chapter 3 Know and Understand
- Chapter 3 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 3 Critical Thinking
- Chapter 4 Electrical Measurement and Testing Equipment
- Chapter 4 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 4 Objectives
- Chapter 4 Technical Terms
- Chapter 4 Introduction
- 4.1 Standard Testing and Measuring Equipment
- 4.2 Specialty Testers and Meters
- 4.3 Measuring and Testing Safe Practices
- Chapter 4 Summary
- Chapter 4 Internet Resources
- Chapter 4 Know and Understand
- Chapter 4 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 4 Critical Thinking
- Chapter 5 Electrical Energy Fundamentals
- Chapter 5 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 5 Objectives
- Chapter 5 Technical Terms
- Chapter 5 Introduction
- 5.1 Electron Theory
- 5.2 Measuring Electricity
- 5.3 Circuits
- 5.4 Circuit Fundamentals
- 5.5 Electromagnetic Induction
- 5.6 Electrical System Overview
- Chapter 5 Summary
- Chapter 5 Internet Resources
- Chapter 5 Know and Understand
- Chapter 5 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 5 Critical Thinking
- Section 2 Planning
- Chapter 6 Print Reading, Specifications, and Codes
- Chapter 6 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 6 Objectives
- Chapter 6 Technical Terms
- Chapter 6 Introduction
- 6.1 Prints
- 6.2 Understanding Electrical Prints
- 6.3 Specifications
- 6.4 Electrical Codes and Safety Agencies
- Chapter 6 Summary
- Chapter 6 Internet Resources
- Chapter 6 Know and Understand
- Chapter 6 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 6 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Chapter 7 Branch-Circuit, Feeder,and Service Design
- Chapter 7 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 7 Objectives
- Chapter 7 Technical Terms
- Chapter 7 Introduction
- 7.1 Understanding Load Types
- 7.2 Branch-Circuit Design
- 7.3 Feeder and Service Loads
- 7.4 Determining the Number of Branch Circuits
- 7.5 Balancing Circuit Loads
- Chapter 7 Summary
- Chapter 7 Internet Resources
- Chapter 7 Know and Understand
- Chapter 7 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 7 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Section 3 Installation
- Chapter 8 Conductors
- Chapter 8 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 8 Objectives
- Chapter 8 Technical Terms
- Chapter 8 Introduction
- 8.1 Wire vs. Cable
- 8.2 Wire Materials
- 8.3 Conductor Size
- 8.4 Conductor Identification
- Chapter 8 Summary
- Chapter 8 Internet Resources
- Chapter 8 Know and Understand
- Chapter 8 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 8 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Chapter 9 Cable Systems
- Chapter 10 Raceway Systems
- Chapter 10 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 10 Objectives
- Chapter 10 Technical Terms
- Chapter 10 Introduction
- 10.1 Electrical Metallic Tubing
- 10.2 Electrical Nonmetallic Tubing
- 10.3 Rigid Metal Conduit
- 10.4 Intermediate Metal Conduit
- 10.5 Rigid PVC Conduit
- 10.6 Flexible Metal Conduit
- 10.7 Liquidtight Flexible Metal Conduit
- 10.8 Surface-Mount Raceways
- Chapter 10 Summary
- Chapter 10 Internet Resources
- Chapter 10 Know and Understand
- Chapter 10 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 10 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Chapter 11 Boxes, Fittings, and Covers
- Chapter 11 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 11 Objectives
- Chapter 11 Technical Terms
- Chapter 11 Introduction
- 11.1 Boxes
- 11.2 Fittings
- 11.3 Fill Allotment
- 11.4 Covers
- Chapter 11 Summary
- Chapter 11 Internet Resources
- Chapter 11 Know and Understand
- Chapter 11 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 11 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Chapter 12 Device Wiring
- Chapter 12 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 12 Objectives
- Chapter 12 Technical Terms
- Chapter 12 Introduction
- 12.1 Wiring Methods and Materials
- 12.2 Preparation of Conductors
- 12.3 Wiring Switches and Receptacles
- 12.4 Wiring Circuits
- Chapter 12 Summary
- Chapter 12 Internet Resources
- Chapter 12 Know and Understand
- Chapter 12 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 12 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Chapter 13 Lighting Systems
- Chapter 13 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 13 Objectives
- Chapter 13 Technical Terms
- Chapter 13 Introduction
- 13.1 Lighting Terminology
- 13.2 Types of Lighting
- 13.3 Types of Lighting Fixtures
- 13.4 Types of Lamps
- 13.5 Controlling Fixtures
- 13.6 Installing Fixtures
- 13.7 Wiring Lighting Circuits
- Chapter 13 Summary
- Chapter 13 Internet Resources
- Chapter 13 Know and Understand
- Chapter 13 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 13 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Chapter 14 Appliance Wiring and Special Outlets
- Chapter 14 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 14 Objectives
- Chapter 14 Technical Terms
- Chapter 14 Introduction
- 14.1 Appliance Wiring
- 14.2 Kitchen Appliances
- 14.3 Room Air Conditioner Units
- 14.4 Miscellaneous Appliance Circuits
- 14.5 Water Heaters
- 14.6 Heaters
- Chapter 14 Summary
- Chapter 14 Internet Resources
- Chapter 14 Know and Understand
- Chapter 14 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 14 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Chapter 15 Overcurrent Protection
- Chapter 15 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 15 Objectives
- Chapter 15 Technical Terms
- Chapter 15 Introduction
- 15.1 Causes of Overcurrent
- 15.2 Protective Devices
- 15.3 GFCI and AFCI Protection
- Chapter 15 Summary
- Chapter 15 Internet Resources
- Chapter 15 Know and Understand
- Chapter 15 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 15 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Chapter 16 Grounding
- Chapter 16 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 16 Objectives
- Chapter 16 Technical Terms
- Chapter 16 Introduction
- 16.1 Grounding Basics
- 16.2 How the System Ground Works
- 16.3 Equipment Grounding
- Chapter 16 Summary
- Chapter 16 Internet Resources
- Chapter 16 Know and Understand
- Chapter 16 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 16 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Chapter 17 Service Equipment
- Chapter 17 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 17 Objectives
- Chapter 17 Technical Terms
- Chapter 17 Introduction
- 17.1 Service Components
- 17.2 Service Disconnects
- 17.3 Service Grounding
- 17.4 Service Clearances
- 17.5 Service Completion
- 17.6 Transformers
- 17.7 Phases
- Chapter 17 Summary
- Chapter 17 Internet Resources
- Chapter 17 Know and Understand
- Chapter 17 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 17 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Section 4 Specialized Installations
- Chapter 18 Farm Wiring
- Chapter 18 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 18 Objectives
- Chapter 18 Technical Terms
- Chapter 18 Introduction
- 18.1 Power Distribution
- 18.2 Cable or Conduit
- 18.3 Locating Lights
- 18.4 Computing Farm Power Requirements
- Chapter 18 Summary
- Chapter 18 Internet Resources
- Chapter 18 Know and Understand
- Chapter 18 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 18 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Chapter 19 Mobile Home Wiring
- Chapter 19 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 19 Objectives
- Chapter 19 Technical Terms
- Chapter 19 Introduction
- 19.1 Distribution Panelboard
- 19.2 Feeder Assembly
- 19.3 Mobile Home Service Equipment
- 19.4 Calculating Panelboard Load
- 19.5 Mobile Home Parks
- Chapter 19 Summary
- Chapter 19 Internet Resources
- Chapter 19 Know and Understand
- Chapter 19 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 19 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Chapter 20 Swimming Pool Wiring
- Chapter 20 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 20 Objectives
- Chapter 20 Technical Terms
- Chapter 20 Introduction
- 20.1 Bonding
- 20.2 Grounding
- 20.3 Receptacles
- 20.4 Switches
- 20.5 Lighting
- 20.6 Miscellaneous Equipment
- 20.7 Overhead Conductor Clearance
- Chapter 20 Summary
- Chapter 20 Internet Resources
- Chapter 20 Know and Understand
- Chapter 20 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 20 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Chapter 21 Telephone and Computer Network Wiring
- Chapter 21 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 21 Objectives
- Chapter 21 Technical Terms
- Chapter 21 Introduction
- 21.1 Systems Overview
- 21.2 Installation
- 21.3 Other Systems
- Chapter 21 Summary
- Chapter 21 Internet Resources
- Chapter 21 Know and Understand
- Chapter 21 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 21 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Chapter 22 Motors
- Chapter 22 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 22 Objectives
- Chapter 22 Technical Terms
- Chapter 22 Introduction
- 22.1 Types of Motors
- 22.2 Motor Nameplate
- 22.3 Proper Size of Motor Feeder Conductors
- 22.4 Protection of Motor Feeder Conductors
- 22.5 General Layout
- 22.6 Controller Requirements
- 22.7 Hermetic Motors
- 22.8 Causes of Motor Failure
- 22.9 Mounting
- 22.10 Service and Repair of Motors
- Chapter 22 Summary
- Chapter 22 Internet Resources
- Chapter 22 Know and Understand
- Chapter 22 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 22 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Chapter 23 Emergency and Standby Systems
- Chapter 23 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 23 Objectives
- Chapter 23 Technical Terms
- Chapter 23 Introduction
- 23.1 Safety
- 23.2 Emergency and Standby Systems
- 23.3 Generator Size
- 23.4 Portable Generators
- 23.5 Permanent Generators
- 23.6 Uninterruptible Power Supplies
- Chapter 23 Summary
- Chapter 23 Internet Resources
- Chapter 23 Know and Understand
- Chapter 23 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 23 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Section 5 Servicing Existing Systems
- Chapter 24 Electrical Remodeling
- Chapter 24 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 24 Objectives
- Chapter 24 Technical Terms
- Chapter 24 Introduction
- 24.1 Basic Considerations
- 24.2 Safety
- 24.3 Special Tools
- 24.4 Building Construction
- 24.5 Installing Cable
- 24.6 Box Installation
- 24.7 Modernizing a Building’s Service
- 24.8 Surface Raceways and Multioutlet Assemblies
- Chapter 24 Summary
- Chapter 24 Internet Resources
- Chapter 24 Know and Understand
- Chapter 24 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 24 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Chapter 25 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Chapter 25 Chapter Outline
- Chapter 25 Objectives
- Chapter 25 Technical Terms
- Chapter 25 Introduction
- 25.1 Safety Considerations
- 25.2 Troubleshooting Tools
- 25.3 Diagnosing Problems
- Chapter 25 Summary
- Chapter 25 Internet Resources
- Chapter 25 Know and Understand
- Chapter 25 Apply and Analyze
- Chapter 25 Critical Thinking
- Know the Code
- Appendix A Trade Math Review
- Why Math?
- Calculators
- Whole Numbers
- Fractions
- Reading a Ruler
- Decimals
- Converting Common Fractions to Decimals and Rounding Off
- Converting Decimals to Common Fractions
- Metrics in Construction
- Equations
- Area Measure
- Volume Measure
- Exponents
- Working with Right Angles
- Computing Averages
- Percent and Percentage
- Graphs
- Estimating
- Appendix B Service and Feeder Calculation Methods
- Appendix C NEMA Receptacle Configurations
- Glossary
- Index