User's Guide to the National Electrical Code® 2008 Edition

Provides article-by-article explanations of key Code requirements

Written in a conversational style with numerous full-color illustrations to further clarify explanations

The text is broken into three comprehensive parts to help instructors provide students with the background needed to understand the Code.

• Part I: How the NEC is Made and Used Provides the background that will help students understand the importance of the Code
• Part II: NEC Structure and Organization Introduces students to the format of the Code so they'll be better able to find information within the actual Code
• Part III: How the NEC is Related to Other NFPA Codes and Standards Ties the NEC into the entire electrical construction process

New chapter features that reinforce and expand on essential information include:

• Learning Objectives Help focus students’ attention on key topics within the unit
• NEC 2008 Boxes Highlight changes that have been made to the Code since the 2005 edition
• Safety First Boxes Offer safety considerations for different locations, equipment, and tools
• Warning Boxes Alert students to areas of the Code that may require special attention
• Tip Boxes Include valuable information about using the NEC and other related materials
• Wrap-up End-of-unit activities reinforce important concepts and improve students’ comprehension
• Master Concepts Summarize unit content to help students prepare for quizzes and exams
• Charged Terms List helpful terms and definitions
• Check Your Knowledge Provide students with an opportunity to test what they have learned from each chapter and to understand the NEC better