Continuing education for electricians is important, particularly for electricians who want to stand out in a competitive marketplace. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports the number of electricians is expected to grow 14 percent to 85,900 between 2014 and 2014. Furthermore, the BLS points out electricians often build their skill sets via apprenticeship, […]
How Does a Surge Protector Work
With technology making tremendous strides over the last few decades, homes, apartment buildings, office complexes, hospitals, factories, warehouses and other environments have seen a proliferation of important and expensive electrical devices and electronic products. End-users in residential homes and apartment buildings rely on an array of devices, from micro-waves and clothes dryers to computers and […]
Overview of Electrical Wiring Methods
Whether you’re an apprentice, journeyman electrician, or master electrician, you know there are different wiring systems and wiring methods. Choosing the specific method that’s appropriate for a given job depends on several critical considerations, such as the relevant National Electrical Code requirements, the environment you’ll be working in, and the costs related to […]