Mike Holt’s Illustrated Guide to Understanding the National Electrical Code Volume 1, Based on 2020 NEC – eBook

The need to understand and accurately implement the NEC is paramount. How can you ensure you get this right? What makes this ebook so effective is the clear writing style, the Author’s Comments, the marvelous detailed full-color illustrations that help you envision the concepts being discussed, and the examples that are sectioned step-by-step. The chapter questions assist you to test your knowledge as you go. Mike Holt’s Illustrated Guide to Understanding the National Electrical Code Volume 1 (PDF) sets the standard in NEC education and is used widely throughout the country. Volume 1 stresses:

Article 90. Know the reason and scope of the NEC and understand how it’s arranged so you can quickly find what you need.

Chapter 1. Become acquainted with the general requirements that relate to all installations. You’ll know NEC terminology, which wiring methods are right, and the truth about space requirements.

Chapter 2. Know the requirements for branch circuits, feeders, outside wiring, neutrals, and services. You’ll get competence and confidence in sizing and applying circuit protection. You’ll also comprehend how grounding and bonding differ, and how to implement the concepts properly in the real world.

Chapter 3. The requirements for conductors, fittings, enclosures, cable assemblies and raceways are many, and the rules for wiring methods may vary with every type. Do you know how the rules for EMT vary from those for RMC? Which conductor is right for the job? What about armored cable?

Chapter 4. Cords, receptacles, switches, panel boards, and lighting are just some of the topics in Chapter 4 you must understand to prevent Code violations. Don’t let Article 430—the chief of the NEC Articles—be a “motor mystery” to you. And the rules for transformers, generators, and capacitors are clarified so they’ll not continue to confuse you.

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