Electricity 2, Devices, Circuits and Materials
Introduction to AC Circuits and Key Electrical Principles Such As Power, Power Factor, Inductive Resistance, Capacitive Reactance and Impedance

By Thomas Kubala - Tenth Edition

Designed to help students learn fundamental electrical concepts and explore their practical applications, this trusted text provides a thorough introduction to various types of alternating current (AC) circuits, as well as key principles such as power, power factor, power factor correction, inductive reactance, capacitive reactance, and impedance.

ELECTRICITY 2: DEVICES, CIRCUITS AND MATERIALS, Tenth Edition, maintains the user-friendly style and proven instructional approach while incorporating new material and updates based on the 2011 National Electrical Code®. Featuring current industry terminology, photographs of commonly used electrical equipment, and sample problems with solutions, this convenient, affordable text is an ideal choice for anyone interested in mastering basic electricity, including AC power, wiring installation, lighting, and effective troubleshooting.

Features:

• The new, Tenth Edition of this proven text features updated content and references based on the 2011 edition of the National Electrical Code®, allowing students to gain familiarity with current professional standards.
• New and revised practice problems help students apply key concepts and techniques covered in each chapter to assess their learning and identify areas that may need further reinforcement.
• New and updated content incorporated throughout the book reflects current methods and materials used by professional electricians and skilled amateurs alike, based on relevant government and industry standards.
• The new edition includes scientific notation to help students learn and recognize this essential aspect of modern electrical work.

Features:

1. Alternating-Current Principles.
2. Inductance and Inductive Reactance.
3. Capacitance and Capacitive Reactance.
4. Series Circuit: Resistance and Inductance.
5. Series Circuit: Resistance and Capacitance.
6. Series Circuit: Resistance, Inductance and Capacitance.
7. AC Parallel Circuits Containing Inductance.
8. AC Parallel Circuits Containing Inductance and Capacitance.
9. AC Power, Power Factor, and Power Factor Correction.
10. Summary Review of Units 1-9.
11. Installation of a Single-Phase, Three-Wire Service Entrance for a Single-Family Residence.
12. Installation of a Single-Phase, Three-Wire Service Entrance for an Apartment Building.
13. Installation of a Three-Phase, Three-Wire Service Entrance.
14. Introduction to Fluorescent Lighting.
15. Installation of Fluorescent Lighting.
16. Summary Review of Units 11-15.

About the Author

Dr. Thomas Kubala received an AAS degree in Electrical Technology from Broome Community College, Binghamton, New York, BS degree in Electrical Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, New York and an MS degree in Vocational Technical Education from the State University of New York at Oswego. He earned his doctoral degree from the University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland. In addition to his extensive background in technological education, Dr. Kubala has had industrial experience with responsibilities in the fields of aerodynamics and electrical drafting, design, testing and evaluation. He is currently the Deputy to the Chancellor of Community Colleges at the State University of New York, Albany, New York.

153 Pages - 7-3/8 x 9-1/4, Soft-cover
Published Jan 2012
ISBN: 1111646716
ISBN: 9781111646714

Paperback, 192 pages