Printreading Based on the 2023 NEC

The Printreading Based on the 2023 NEC provides a thorough foundation for understanding drawings and concepts related to electrical printreading and includes important changes that appear in the 2023 National Electrical Code® as they pertain to one-family dwellings, multifamily dwellings, commercial locations, industrial locations, special equipment, and hazardous locations. Electrical plans are used in conjunction with NEC® requirements to familiarize the learner with standards that promote best practices. This informative and heavily illustrated book serves as both an instructional tool and a valuable technical reference for professionals in the field.

Key aspects:

• Illustrative Examples: The book includes detailed illustrations of electrical installations, each referenced to specific NEC standards, demonstrating compliant practices in real-world scenarios.
• Diverse Electrical Plans: It presents electrical plans for various settings, including a residential house, a commercial veterinarian center, and an industrial hospital energy center, providing contextual applications across different environments.
• Assessment Tools: The resource offers printreading tests based on NEC standards and the provided prints, aiding in assessing learner comprehension. Additionally, trade competency tests are included to review content covered in each chapter.
• Online Learner Resources: Complementary online resources are available, featuring quick quizzes, flashcards, print sets, interactive printreading activities, an electrical load calculator, and a media library, enhancing the learning experience 

Highlights:

• Detailed illustrations with NEC® references show how compliant electrical installations are used in the field.
• Electrical plans for a house (residential), a veterinarian center (commercial), and a hospital energy center (industrial) provide contextual applications.
• Printreading Tests based on NEC® standards and the prints provided in the book help assess learner comprehension.
• Trade Competency Tests provide a thorough review of the content covered in each chapter.

About David L. Hittinger

David L. Hittinger is a seasoned educator and author specializing in electrical printreading and the National Electrical Code (NEC). With a focus on bridging theory and practical application, Hittinger has authored several editions of Printreading Based on the NEC, including the 2017, 2020, and 2023 editions, published by American Technical Publishers. His work is widely used in vocational training and licensing exam preparation, offering detailed illustrations, code references, and real-world electrical plans to enhance comprehension. Hittinger’s textbooks are designed to serve both as instructional tools and technical references, supporting professionals in the field of electrical work.

Other Works:

• Printreading Based on the 2017 NEC
• Printreading Based on the 2020 NEC