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Level: Electrical design (2nd edition)

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Product Description

This popular publication gives designers and electrical contractors guidance around designing and specifying electrical and other cabling in domestic buildings. It pays particular attention to energy efficiency and homeowner comfort while reducing household running costs.

This publication covers:

  • Building Code and standards requirements
  • power supply system design
  • internal electrical wiring
  • wiring layout and installation
  • low voltage systems. 
Product Information
Publication date 1 May 2017
Author Greg Hoskins
Product type Book
Availability Available
Product code BK188

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