An introduction to electrical science

Title:

Personal Author:

Waygood, Adrian, author

Publication Information:

New York, N.Y. : Routledge, 2013

Physical Description:

290 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm.

ISBN:

9780415810029

9780203441091

General Note:

Includes index

Abstract:

"Written in an informal conversational style, with some interesting reflections on the historical background to the subject matter, the author uses a combination of easy-to-understand explanations together with a unique step-by-step approach to developing many of the topics. The content ranges from the electron theory of electricity up to an introduction to three-phase alternating-current systems. In an unorthodox approach to alternating current theory, the author encourages readers not to attempt to memorise any of the numerous equations but, instead, to treat the subject as a practical exercise in simple geometry and trigonometry which anyone can master"--provided by publisher

Subject Term:

Electric currents, Alternating

Electrons

Electrical engineering

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Summary

An Introduction to Electrical Science walks readers through the subject in a logical order, providing a historical overview alongside modern electrical theory and practice. Perfect for electrical trainees both during their training and once qualified.

You will be guided through the subject in a topic by topic manner with each section building upon the one that came before it. By adding context to the principles of electrical science the topics become easier to both understand and remember, providing a grounding in the subject that will remain with you for life.

With a wealth of examples, images and diagrams mastering difficult concepts will be a breeze. This book also has a companion site with an extra chapter, interactive multiple choice quizzes for each chapter and more at www.www.routledge.com/cw/waygood

Fully aligned to the 17thedition of the wiring regulations Free access to companion website material, including multiple-choice tests and extra chapters Two-colour layout helps navigation and highlights key points

Visit the companion website at www.routledge.com/cw/waygood

Author Notes

Adrian Waygood is an experienced lecturer and instructional designer, with a career in the Armed Forces, government service, and the private sector within the United Kingdom, Canada, and the Middle East, as well as consulting on instructional design projects for Technical Teacher Training Institutes in India and in Indonesia. He holds an HNC in Electrical Engineering together with an MEd in Education Technology.

Foreword	p. ix
Introduction	p. xi
1 SI system of measurements	p. 1
2 The 'electron theory' of electricity	p. 6
3 Electric current	p. 17
4 Potential and potential difference	p. 21
5 Resistance	p. 30
6 Practical conductors and insulators	p. 39
7 Effect of temperature change upon resistance	p. 44
8 Ohm's Law of Constant Proportionality	p. 50
9 Series, parallel and series-parallel circuits	p. 57
10 Cells and batteries	p. 73
11 Internal resistance of voltage sources	p. 90
12 Energy, work, heat and power	p. 96
13 Magnetism	p. 110
14 Electromagnetism	p. 122
15 Magnetic circuits	p. 134
16 Electromagnetic induction	p. 155
17 Capacitors and capacitance	p. 175
18 Introduction to alternating current	p. 193
19 Series alternating-current circuits	p. 208
20 Power in alternating-current circuits	p. 231
21 Parallel alternating-current circuits	p. 245
22 Power factor improvement	p. 262
23 Balanced three-phase a.c. systems	p. 268
Index	p. 284

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