Introduction to Low Voltage Systems - Softcover

Dipaola

Softcover

ISBN 10: 140185656X ISBN 13: 9781401856564

Publisher: Delmar, 2005

Synopsis

Jump-start your knowledge of low voltage systems, associated devices, and the methods and terminology of the industry! This introductory, all-inclusive guide combines the basic elements of various low voltage systems into a single source, so that readers gain a concrete understanding of the operation of individual systems - including theory of operation - as well as how they integrate. Information pertaining to devices, connection and cabling, and the National Electrical Code® are all thoroughly examined, outfitting users with an appreciation for the operation of such systems, as well as the language and terminology of the industry. Readers will gain valuable insight into the purpose and use of the Code®, the treatment of devices and their relationship to the entire system, conductors and cabling, and more. Easy-to-read content that is written especially for industry novices employs a thoughtful use of layman's terms so that difficult concepts and topics will be swiftly grasped.

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Review

1. Introduction to the National Electrical Code(R). 2. Electrical Conductors and Cable. 3. Grounding and Bonding and the 2011 National Electrical Code(R), Articles 250, 800, 810, and 820. 4. Audio Physics. 5. Audio Signal-Processing, Amplification, and Reproduction Equipment and National Electrical Code(R) Article 640. 6. Networking and Information Technology Equipment. 7. Power Supplies, Batteries, and Emergency Systems. 8. Article 725 of the National Electrical Code(R); Classification of Circuits. 9. Fire Alarm Systems and National Electrical Code(R) Article 760. 10. Fiber-Optic Cable and National Electrical Code(R) Article 770. 11. Telecommunications, and National Electrical Code(R) Article 800. 12. Security and Card Access System Basics. 13. Wireless Communications and National Electrical Code(R) Article 810. 14. Close Circuit Television Camera Systems and National Electrical Code(R) Article 820.

About the Author

Amy DiPaola holds a Power Limited Technician license with the Minnesota Board of Electricity. She is also a registered instructor with the state of Minnesota and the Minnesota Board of Electricity, teaching courses in low voltage continuing education and electronics. She was an electronics technician with the FBI from 1996-2000 and was a project manager for the installation of security and communication systems at various sites around the country. After leaving the FBI Mrs. DiPaola spent 10 years teaching electronics and electrical systems at multiple technical colleges in Minnesota. In 2009, Mrs. DiPaola started The Minnesota Electrical Training Center, which currently offers continuing education classes to the electrical industry. Sam DiPaola holds a Power Limited Technician license with the Minnesota Board of Electricity. He is also a registered instructor with the state of Minnesota and the Minnesota Board of Electricity, teaching courses in low voltage continuing education and electronics. He also holds a General Radiotelephone Operator License with the Federal Communications Commission. Mr. DiPaola worked for ten years as an audio technician and an audio systems installer, and later began working in manufacturing with Emerson Process Controls as an electronics design technician. For the past 20 years, Mr. DiPaola has been involved in the design and installation of low voltage systems and automated process controls. Currently, Mr. DiPaola is the Training Director for the Minnesota Statewide Limited Energy JATC Apprenticeship program.

Edition details

• Publisher: Delmar
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 140185656X
• ISBN 13: 9781401856564
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 448