Book Description

The 8th edition of Electrical Wiring Practice has been carefully revised to meet the needs of electrotechnology students and professionals looking to further advance their trade competencies. The new edition has been updated to include the latest amendments to the Australian and New Zealand Wiring Rules AS/NZS 3000:2018 and forms essential reading for Cert II and Cert III electrical apprentices. Streamlined into a handy, single-volume textbook, the chapters now comprehensively align with the knowledge and skills specified by the UEE electrotechnology training package and the essential performance capabilities required for an electrical licence. The units of competency covered by the 8th edition include: UEENEEG105A Verify compliance and functionality of low voltage general electrical installations CIII-Core and CII-CoreUEENEEE104A Solve problems in d.c. circuits CIII-Core and CII-ElectiveUEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace CIII-Core and CII-ElectiveUEENEEE137A Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work CIII-CoreUEENEEG063A Arrange circuits, control and protection for general electrical installations CIII-CoreUEENEEG106A Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits CIII-CoreUEENEEE105A Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment CIII-Core and CII-ElectiveUEENEEE107A Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications CIII-CoreUEENEEG103A Install low voltage wiring and accessories CIII-CoreUEENEEG033A Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits CIII-CoreUEENEEG108A Trouble-shoot and repair faults in low voltage electrical apparatus and circuits CIII-CoreUEENEEG104A Install appliances, switchgear and associated accessories for low voltage electrical installations CIII-CoreUEENEEG107A Select wiring systems and cables for low voltage general electrical installations CIII-CoreUEENEEK142A Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector CIII-Core and CII-ElectiveUEENEEG006A Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage machines CIII-CoreUEENEEE102A Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components CIII-Core Written in a clear and concise manner, the text employs full-colour diagrams and photographs to illustrate key concepts.The new structure and highly visual layout facilitate effective learning.IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDE:• Major updates to chapters on Workplace and electrical safety, Regulations and Standards, Renewable energyand Lighting applications• Streamlined table of contents condensed into one single, handy volume• Improved chapter structure and layout to enhance readability and ease of use• Full-colour illustrative material• Updated examples with worked solutions• End-of-chapter summaries and review exercises