Path to Employment -- Electrician Basics

Author: Bai Gong et al.
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Publish Date: 2003-05-07
Features: This book is compiled to meet the needs of young workers who have been laid off, transferred, or seeking reemployment, as well as the needs of military-to-civilian workers and migrant workers in state-owned and rural enterprises. Based on the technical proficiency standards for workers, the book provides a detailed introduction to the fundamental theoretical knowledge and operational skills for beginners in electrical work. The main content includes: fundamentals of electrical engineering and basic electronic technology; the use of common electrical instruments, safety tools, and equipment; wire connection and laying methods; installation of low-voltage overhead lines; lightning protection and grounding technology; testing, selection, and installation wiring of common electrical components and equipment; testing, installation, wiring, and operation of small power transformers and medium and small-sized motors; methods for handling common electrical faults; basic knowledge of reading electrical diagrams and electrical safety technology. This book is suitable for self-study by laid-off workers, migrant workers, and beginners in electrical technology, as well as serving as a training textbook for workers seeking employment and teaching materials for students and teachers in electrical engineering programs at secondary vocational and technical schools.