electrical engineering

Provides an introduction to the fundamentals of electricity and basic electronics, covering safety, sources, conductors and insulators, Ohm's law, parallel circuits, motors, filters, and other topics, and including suggested activities.

A textbook of electricity, including a list of various careers involving electricity.

Presents information on careers in the electrical industry, discussing training and education, areas of specialization, and salary outlook.

Presents biographical information about Thomas Edison, and other inventors such as Nikola Tesla, Benjamin Franklin, and Michael Faraday, who developed inventions related to electromagnetism and its use.

Designed to help you learn fundamental electrical concepts and explore their practical applications, this trusted book 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 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 book is an ideal choice for anyone interested in mastering basic electricity, including AC power, wiring installation, lighting, and effective troubleshooting.

Briefly describes what electricity is, how various people developed a better understanding of this form of energy, and how electricity is generated. Includes a related activity.

Describes how electricity is generated, harnessed, and used, and explains the difference between electricity, including static electricity, and electronics.

Details the life and work of Thomas Edison, who developed such inventions as the stock ticker, the lightbulb, and the phonograph.