Book description
Basic Electricity for the Entertainment Electrician will reinforce the fundamentals of electricity, power distribution, safety, and show you the latest technology on things like:* IGBTs
* sine-wave dimming
* all of the latest software applications (list to come)
In the ever-changing entertainment technology field, this book will give you enough information to prepare you for a future in the industry or reinforce the practical experience you have already gained. If you understand the principles in this book, you will be well prepared to face the challenges of the day, including the Entertainment Technicians Certification Program (ETCP).
Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contents
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Introduction
- Chapter 1: The Theory of Electricity
- Chapter 2: Electrical Concepts
- Chapter 3: DC Electricity
- Chapter 4: AC Electricity
- Chapter 5: Circuit Elements
- Chapter 6: AC Power
- Chapter 7: Electrical Safety
- Chapter 8: Grounding/Earthing
- Chapter 9: Overcurrent and Undercurrent Protection
- Chapter 10: Power Distribution Systems
- Chapter 11: Dimming Systems
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Chapter 12: Best Practices, Codes, and Regulations
- Tying In
- Single-Core Conductors, Feeder Cable, and Tails
- Single-Pole Connectors
- Neutral Conductor Sizing
- Portable Power Distribution Systems
- Branch Circuits or Final Circuits
- Breakouts or Spiders
- Stage Pin Connectors
- NEMA Connectors
- PowerCon
- 15-Amp Plugs
- CEE-Form Connectors
- IEC Connectors
- Schuko Connectors
- Understanding Best Practices, Codes, and Regulations
- Epilogue
- Appendix 1: Useful Formulas
- Appendix 2: Conversion Factors
- Appendix 3: Energy Conversion Factors
- Appendix 4: Scientific, Exponential, and Engineering Notation
- Appendix 5: Answers to Practice Problems
- References
- Index
Product information
- Title: Electricity for the Entertainment Electrician & Technician
- Author(s):
- Release date: October 2012
- Publisher(s): Focal Press
- ISBN: 9781136084539
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