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Teach Yourself Electricity and Electronics, Fourth Edition (Teach Yourself)
Stan Gibilisco
McGraw-Hill/TAB Electronics, 2006
Carefully written
This book presents difficult topics in an easy-to-understand fashion. Its sparing use of math equations (for instance, the differential equation for inductance is not covered, but its effects are) may be a boon or hindrance, depending on your needs and math skills. ...
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Photovoltaics: Design and Installation Manual
Solar Energy International
New Society Publishers, 2004
Excellent Book!
Great Book. Well written and easy to follow. This is designed as a workbook for a class, but it is also a great self-led instruction book. Highly recommended.
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National Electrical Code 2008 Handbook (National Fire Protection Association//National Electrical Code ...
NFPA
Delmar Cengage Learning, 2008
Handbook is a usefull tool
The NEC Handbook is a large book that won't fit into your toolbox but it is a good reference and project planning resource. I found the explanations to be clear and, in my case as an occasional electrician, apropos for my objectives. The graphics and use of color in ...
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Solar Water Heating: A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Water and Space Heating Systems (Mother Earth News Wiser ...
Bob Ramlow, Benjamin Nusz
New Society Publishers, 2006
all the basics
After reading reviews for this book I made the purchase hoping to have the basics of solar water heating covered. The book does that very well. Like most of us I'd love to see a book covering a detailed step by step installation with tools, equipment, costs, etc. But ...
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All New Electronics Self-Teaching Guide (Wiley Self Teaching Guides)
Harry Kybett, Earl Boysen
Wiley, 2008
Socratic-like format
My husband wrote the following evaluation of this book. "As a former scientist (who now reviews theatre), I liked the authors' Socratic-like question-and-answer format for teaching this otherwise terrifying topic. It asks the thousand and one questions that need to ...
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The Black & Decker Complete Guide to Home Wiring - 3rd Edition: Includes Information on Home Electronics & ...
Editors of Creative Publishing
Creative Publishing international, 2005
Great for the average homeowner.
I bought this because I am an avid DIYer and wanted to run electricity to my shed but was unsure exactly how I wanted to do it. Not only did this book show me what I needed to know, but it gave me more ideas for the future.
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Boatowner's Mechanical and Electrical Manual
Nigel Calder
International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press, 2005
A must have
Every boat owner who plans on doing work on their boat should have a copy of this book. You will be able to do the work correctly the first time and fix what was done before you. Just an incredible reference.
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National Electrical Code 2008 Tabs
NFPA
Delmar Cengage Learning, 2007
NEC Code book
I thought I was ordering a paperback book,I received a looseleaf book.I don`t know if the mistake is mine or a misprint.I do know that thr NEC Tabs are not a CD Rom, they are sticky back tabs that stick to the page to locate articles in the book quicker.I`m pretty sure ...
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Electronics For Dummies
Gordon McComb, Earl Boysen
For Dummies, 2005
Very handy
I picked this up because I needed to learn some fundamentals about electricity. I actually bought my first copy (which my dog ate and had to be replaced) at a retail store, so I got to do a side by side comparison with other "beginner" type books. The dummies guide ...
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National Electrical Code 2008 (National Fire Protection Association National Electrical Code)
NFPA
Delmar Cengage Learning, 2007
N.E.C. code 2008
This is a must have for anyone in the electrical field. My continuing complaint with the N.E.C. is that is seems like it is written by lawyers, instead of electricians. You need to take a course to understand how to retreive the information you are looking for. ...
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Wiring a House (For Pros by Pros)
Rex Cauldwell
Taunton, 2002
Excellent Book - Explains How to Wire Right
First, let me say that I'm a do it yourself guy, and have been finishing my 1600 sf basement. This is the first large project that I've undertaken. This consisted of a large theater, bathroom, equipment room, exercise area, wet bar, and large common area. I added 53 ...
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101 Spy Gadgets for the Evil Genius
Brad Graham, Kathy McGowan
McGraw-Hill/TAB Electronics, 2006
Spy stuff and fun projects!!!
Great book! I give it five stars! Fun projects you can build cheaply using stuff you find in thrift stores or for free if you are willing to look inside Salvation Army dumpsters! Projects are great if you are a private eye, company internal security guy, or a kid who ...
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Communicating Design: Developing Web Site Documentation for Design and Planning
Dan Brown
New Riders Press, 2006
Excellent Handbook for Creating Documents
This is an excellent handbook for creating all those design documents you'll need for communicating with others on your team. Each chapter is devoted to a single type of document and I particularly like the layered approach going from simple to complex. I've used it ...
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Practical Electronics for Inventors
Paul Scherz
McGraw-Hill/TAB Electronics, 2006
Great for inventors
30 years ago I was an electronics tech. Then programmer. now inventor.
I checked out the first edition at the library and was so impressed with
it that I got online and bought the second edition. It is absolutely
great! I'm looking for breadth, not some ...
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Ugly's Electrical References 2008
George V. Hart, Sammie Hart
Jones & Bartlett Publishers, 2008
Great reference book
My husband just graduated and starting new job - he wanted this for reference book. Book in great condition and shipped in a timely manner.
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