Now shipping!

Electricity for the Entertainment Electrician & Technician

By Richard Cadena

ISBN: 9780240809953
Format: Paperback
Publication Date: March 01, 2009
Price: $44.95

Key Features
Finally, all the information about electricity for the production electrician in one resource.

Accompanying website with practice problems and animations to illustrate points in the book.
Great study tool.
Loads of full color images throughout to show wavelenghths, gel filters, wire coloring, color temperature, and more.

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
This is the only reference available that gives you all the information you need specific to YOUR field! No longer will you have to sift through general electrician's handbooks. The entertainment technology field is rapidly changing and this reference 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.

Contents
Introduction; Terms Used in this Book; Basic Electrical Concepts; Basic Electrical Safety Rules; Fault Conditions; Protection Concepts; Protective Devices; Cables and Connectors; Three-Phase; Test Equipment; Loads; Power Sources; Advanced Issues; Case Studies; Current Legislation and Safety; Current Guidelines; Further Reading