ABSTRACT

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
* all of the latest software applications (list to come)

In the ever-changing entertainment technology field, this book 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, including the Entertainment Technicians Certification Program (ETCP).

chapter 1|10 pages

The Theory of Electricity

chapter 2|10 pages

Electrical Concepts

chapter 3|10 pages

DC Electricity

chapter 4|27 pages

AC Electricity

chapter 5|23 pages

Circuit Elements

chapter 6|12 pages

AC Power

chapter 7|9 pages

Electrical Safety

chapter 8|11 pages

Grounding/Earthing

chapter 9|14 pages

Overcurrent and Undercurrent Protection

chapter 10|16 pages

Power Distribution Systems

chapter 11|18 pages

Dimming Systems

chapter 12|37 pages

Best Practices, Codes, and Regulations