Electrical Systems
This toolkit is designed to assist you in finding resources for Electrical Systems. These resources might be useful for the following related courses offered at CCC. Please click the course type below to see individual course offerings and descriptions.
Safety Information
- Electrical Safety
- Donnie's Accident - The website details an accident involving a worker who did not follow safety precautions.
Websites
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Occupational Outlook Handbook - ElectriciansThis website provides information on the duties, training, pay, and job outlook for electricians.
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The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) represents approximately 675,000 members who work in a wide variety of fields, including utilities, construction, telecommunications, broadcasting, manufacturing, railroads and government.
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Electricity - US Energy Information AdministrationA page containing information and statistics on Electricity from the US Energy Information Administration.
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ThomasNetThomasNet is a searchable database of suppliers, source products, CAD drawings, and product news.
Professional Organizations
Library Books
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Complete Guide to Wiring by
Call Number: TK 3284 .C65 2018ISBN: 9780760353578Publication Date: 2017-12-26BLACK+DECKER's latest edition is completely updated to conform to 2017-2020 national electrical codes. As the most current wiring book on the market, you can be confident that your projects will meet national writing codes. You'll also spend more time on your project and less time scratching your head thanks to more than 800 clear color photos and over 40 diagrams that show you exactly what you need to know about home electrical service. -
Electrical Education Guide by
Call Number: TK 165 .C34 2018ISBN: 9780999636909Publication Date: 2018-01-21In-depth full color guides to installation of electrical systems in residential and commercial structures. Made by electricians for electricians who are both veterans of the trade and new apprentices beginning their education. Chapter review questions for easy quiz making and class engagement. -
Everything Electrical How to Test Circuits Like a Pro Part 2 by
Call Number: TK 454 .K45 2018ISBN: 9781982931483Publication Date: 2018-05-28Filled with many picture examples and jam packed with helpful tips and tricks to help you diagnose the problem faster. This book will explain how to refine your testing skills as an Electrician or Technician using proven testing methods.
You Tube Videos
Databases
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Britannica Academic Edition OnlineThis link provides access to the Encyclopedia Britannica's content with added features including multimedia.
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CQ Researcher OnlineReports on issues shaping our world, with in-depth coverage of political and social issues, such as health, education, the environment, technology, and the U.S. economy.
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Credo ReferenceA giant online collection that searches hundreds of encyclopedias, dictionaries, thesauri, quotations and subject specific titles as well as 200,000+ images and audio files and nearly 100 videos.
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Ferguson's Career Guidance CenterA career database that enables users to explore industries and careers, plan their education, and research the best practices for resumes, cover letters, interviewing, networking, and salaries/benefits. Includes articles, career advice blogs, and streaming video.
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Learning Express/ Prep StepLearning Express/ PrepSTEP is packed with online resources to help students
achieve academic success and workplace readiness. It has skill building in English, math, and science, career licensing test prep, workplace skill building, basic computer skills tutorials, college success skills development, and much more. -
ProQuest Career & Technical Education DatabaseVocational information on technical topics, such as computing science, healthcare, building trades, auto mechanics, sales and retail, accounting, graphic design, and photography.
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ProQuest Science DatabaseApplied and general science articles covering topics such as global warming, alternative energy sources, robotic engineering, genetically modified food, and more.
Career Information
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Electricians
Publication of the United States Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics that includes information about the nature of work, working conditions, training and education, earnings, and job outlook for hundreds of different occupations.
Free Apps
- Electrical Technology
- Learn Electrical Wiring
- Electrician App
- Electrical Calculations
- Mobile Electrician
- Electrical Engineering Dictionary
- Basic Electrical Engineering
- Electrical Formula and Calculator
Library Videos
Library DVDs
All DVDs are kept behind the circulation desk and have a loan period of two days. Please give the call number to someone at the circulation desk to check out the DVD.
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Electrical Troubleshooting byCall Number: TK 7870.2 .T76 2006Publication Date: 2006Teaches and demonstrates a systematic approach to locating electrical problems
Streaming on Films on Demand
DC Electricity: Discovery and Developments 5 segments total minutes 25
One Flash and You're Ash! Working Safely with Electricity 10 segments total minutes 15:19
Spark: Shock and Awe - The Story of Electricity 16 segments total minutes 59