Author: Harvey N. Holzman

Modern Residential Wiring presents the latest electrical wiring installation and repair practices in accordance to the National Electrical Code®. Essential information regarding safety, electrical theory, tools, and electrical systems is explained using clear and simple language. Specialized installations, such as swimming pools and emergency standby systems, are also addressed. A special math section reviews the math skills needed by electricians.

Table of Contents

Abbreviated Contents

Modern Residential Wiring, 11th Edition

• Front Matter
• Section 1 Fundamentals
• • 1 - Electrical Careers
  • 2 - Safety
  • 3 - Hand and Power Tools
  • 4 - Electrical Measurement and Testing Equipment
  • 5 - Electrical Energy Fundamentals
• Section 2 Planning
• • 6 - Print Reading, Specifications, and Codes
  • 7 - Branch-Circuit, Feeder, and Service Design
• Section 3 Installation
• • 8 - Conductors
  • 9 - Cable Systems
  • 10 - Raceway Systems
  • 11 - Boxes, Fittings, and Covers
  • 12 - Device Wiring
  • 13 - Lighting Systems
  • 14 - Appliance Wiring and Special Outlets
  • 15 - Overcurrent Protection
  • 16 - Grounding
  • 17 - Service Equipment
• Section 4 Specialized Installations
• • 18 - Farm Wiring
  • 19 - Mobile Home Wiring
  • 20 - Swimming Pool Wiring
  • 21 - Telephone and Computer Network Wiring
  • 22 - Motors
  • 23 - Emergency and Standby Systems
• Section 5 Servicing Existing Systems
• • 24 - Electrical Remodeling
  • 25 - Maintenance and Troubleshooting
• Appendix A Trade Math Review
• Appendix B Service and Feeder Calculation Methods
• Appendix C NEMA Receptacle Configurations
• Glossary
• Index