Research Guides: Electrical Technology: Resources

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Professional Resources on the Web

National Electrical Code Access for Free from the NFPA
Create an account and sign in to get free online access to all NFPA standards, including the NEC.
Electric Current from Physics Classroom
Discusses the meaning of electric current, the direction of conventional current, the distinction between current and drift speed, and the method of calculating current.
All About Circuits
Video lectures and online textbooks covering electricity and electronics.
Career Resource Center from Electronics Technicians Association
Represents the electronics industry, from the technician and educator to the corporate institution.
Industry News from National Electrical Contractors Association (NECANET)
Industry news, legislative updates, and information you need to stay ahead of the game. Check out their news app.
Electrical Technology
Provides information about the SKYCTC Electrical Technology program.
Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings & Construction
Responsible for inspection of state-owned and state-leased buildings, licensing of electricians and electrical contractors, certification of electrical inspectors, and educational programs in the administration and enforcement of electrical codes and standards.

Electrical Contractor Magazine

Subscribe for free to a monthly print and online magazine that serves the field of electrical construction. Published by the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA).

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Resources in eBooks

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Ugly's Residential Wiring, 2020 Edition by Charles R. Miller
Call Number: e-book (Use Skyctc login)
ISBN: 9781284204841
Publication Date: 2020-07-31
Updated to reflect the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC®), this quick on-the-job reference has been specifically designed to provide the most commonly required electrical wiring information for residential work in an easy-to-read, easy-to-access format.
Electricians by Marcia Santore
Call Number: e-book (Use Skyctc login)
ISBN: 9781538152034
Publication Date: 2021-04-30
If you are interested in a career as an electrician, you've come to the right book.
Electricity and Magnetism by Hillesheim
Call Number: Access online with SKYCTC login
ISBN: 9781438173443
Publication Date: 2017
Explains the basics of electromagnetism, including what electricity and magnetism are and how they interact with each other.
PAT: Portable Appliance Testing by Scaddan
ISBN: 9780080969190
Publication Date: 2011
Explains what needs to be done and includes expert advice on legislation as well as actual testing. An appendix with the electrical fundamentals needed by non-specialists and also has sample questions (with answers) for the C&G 2377-22 and 32 exams.
The Dictionary of Electrical Installation Work by Brian Scaddan
ISBN: 9780080969374
Publication Date: 2011
Get instant access to all the words, phrases and abbreviations you are likely to come across while studying or working in the electrical industry. Entries are described in detail with diagrams and illustrations used to explain complicated topics.
Advanced Electrical Installation Work by Linsley
ISBN: 9780080970424
Publication Date: 2011-12-02
Helps you to master each topic before moving on to the next. Presents pictures and diagrams to explain difficult concepts. It includes highlighted definitions of technical terms throughout.
2021 International Building Code® Illustrated Handbook by International Code Council; Douglas W. Thornburg; Chris Kimball
Call Number: e-book (Use Skyctc login)
ISBN: 9781264270118
Publication Date: 2021-10-08
The most comprehensive visual guide to the International Building Code--fully updated for 2021 provisions.
Ultimate Guide: Plumbing, Updated 5th Edition by Editors of Creative Homeowner
Call Number: e-book (Use Skyctc login)
ISBN: 9781580118613
Publication Date: 2021-05-25
Newly updated edition features new code-compliant techniques for 2021, plus a new section on air gap fittings.

Resources in Library Databases

Note: Use your KCTCS username and password to log into most library databases off campus. Some databases may only be available from a SKYCTC campus computer.

Home Improvement
Containing academic and professional journals such as: Electrical Contractor, EC&M Electrical Construction and Maintenance, and many more.
Career and Technical Education: Science & Technology
Contains academic and professional journals such as: Circuits Assembly, Electric Light and Power, Electrical Marketing, and Residential Systems, and many more.

EC&M Electrical Construction and Maintenance
Providing expertise and insights into the latest electrical systems products, solutions and technologies being used in commercial, industrial and institutional building applications.
Off Campus Access Guide
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Example Resources in the SKYCTC Library Room L113

American Electricians' Handbook by Croft; Summers; Hartwell
Call Number: TK151 .C8 2009
ISBN: 0071494626
Electricians' handbook with NEC and NESC rules and standards.

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