Book Description
Introducing the Carpentry & Construction Series from McGraw-Hill
The experts show you how to tackle any wiring, remodeling, or plumbing project
Written by authors of McGraw-Hill's popular Carpentry & Construction, Fourth Edition, this new, dollar-saving series is great for do-it-yourselfers, weekend repairmen and home owners, as well as seasoned pros who want to stay on top of the latest methods, materials, equipment and code requirements. Organized according to the actual stages of construction, these titles detail everything needed to successfully plan, manage, and complete a job. All are heavily illustrated and contain valuable tip-boxes throughout.
* Covers electrical as well as audio and video wiring
* Explains all types of wires and connections
From the Back Cover
GO WITH THE PROS AND WIRE HOMES FOR THE 21ST CENTURY!
There's no better place to get instruction in home wiring... Clear directions, along with 550 photographs and illustrations, help you with each stage of every job, from large to small. The authors help you understand electrical distribution and current flow, plan the work, obtain inspections if needed, work safely and effectively, and achieve professional results.
EVERY STEP OF EVERY PROJECT
This complete how-to guide covers the gamut of home wiring projects, from complete residential service and circuits, to remodeling older wiring, to cabling and wiring for today's high tech audio, video, high-speed data, and TVs. It even covers such tasks as installing hot water heaters, automatic garage doors, and garbage disposals. You'll find detailed coverage of safety equipment and electrical codes.
WHY THIS BOOK IS BETTER
Whether you're a do-it-yourselfer, building professional, or contractor, you'll find that Miller's Guide to Home Wiring has what it takes to make your projects go smoothly. Only Miller's Guide to Home Wiring offers you: An inside-out guide to home wiring so clear and complete it enables you to solve problems unique to each home Expert guidance on the latest tools, materials, and safety techniques Confidence-building guidance on meeting code and inspection requirements, with full details on current electrical codes and standards 550 illustrations that show you every stage of every job Valuable tip boxes with time- and patience-saving shortcuts and professional techniques Comprehensive help with planning, managing, and finishing every wiring or electrical installation job, of any size
About the Author
Rex Miller is Professor Emeritus of Industrial Technology at State University College at Buffalo and has taught technical curriculum at the college level for more than 40 years. He is the coauthor of the best-selling Carpentry & Construction, now in its fourth edition, and the author of more than 75 texts for vocational and industrial arts programs. He lives in Round Rock, Texas.
Mark R. Miller is Chairman and Associate Professor of Industrial Technology at Texas A&M University in Kingsville, Texas. He teaches construction courses for future middle managers in the trade. He is coauthor of several technical books, including the best-selling Carpentry & Construction, now in its fourth edition. He lives in Kingsville.
Glenn E. Baker is Professor Emeritus of Industrial Technology at Texas A & M University in College Station, Texas. He is the author of a number of technical books including, Carpentry & Construction, Fourth Edition. He lives in College Station, Texas.
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