Help finding good books/websites

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The discussion centers around recommendations for books and websites to help a recent mechanical engineering graduate improve their knowledge and skills in electrical engineering, particularly in the context of commercial building applications. The focus is on finding resources that cover both foundational concepts and industry-specific language.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests buying a copy of the current version of the National Electrical Code (NEC) as a key resource for understanding commercial electrical installation rules and practices.
  • Another participant recommends visiting MIT's OpenCourseWare for electrical engineering courses, noting that some include video lectures.
  • A different suggestion includes joining an online community to search for engineering books, indicating that there are many resources available online.
  • A participant agrees with the NEC recommendation and adds a specific electronics textbook, suggesting it provides a practical understanding of both analog and digital electronics.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the value of the NEC and suggest various resources, but there is no consensus on a single best approach or resource, as multiple suggestions are offered.

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Some suggestions depend on the participant's willingness to engage with potentially dense material, such as the NEC, and the effectiveness of online courses may vary based on individual learning preferences.

Who May Find This Useful

Recent graduates in engineering fields, particularly those transitioning from mechanical to electrical engineering, and individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge in commercial electrical applications.

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Hello,

I just recently graduated with my bachlor's in mechanical engineering. One of the possible career paths I'm heavily considering also does much work on the electrical side of commercial building. Basically since I'm an ME my electronics skills are a bit rusty and I'd like to start brushing up on these skills as well as the lingo/language used with in this field before I actually start (they also offer classes to aid in this but I'd like to start out now). So if anyone has any good websites or books they may be of aid to me I'd truly appreciate the help.

Thanks,
Dan
 
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danny12345678 said:
Hello,

I just recently graduated with my bachlor's in mechanical engineering. One of the possible career paths I'm heavily considering also does much work on the electrical side of commercial building. Basically since I'm an ME my electronics skills are a bit rusty and I'd like to start brushing up on these skills as well as the lingo/language used with in this field before I actually start (they also offer classes to aid in this but I'd like to start out now). So if anyone has any good websites or books they may be of aid to me I'd truly appreciate the help.

Thanks,
Dan

Any suggestions? It be much appreciated...
 
danny12345678 said:
Any suggestions? It be much appreciated...

Buy a copy of the current version of the NEC.

CS
 
danny12345678 said:
Hello,

I just recently graduated with my bachlor's in mechanical engineering. One of the possible career paths I'm heavily considering also does much work on the electrical side of commercial building. Basically since I'm an ME my electronics skills are a bit rusty and I'd like to start brushing up on these skills as well as the lingo/language used with in this field before I actually start (they also offer classes to aid in this but I'd like to start out now). So if anyone has any good websites or books they may be of aid to me I'd truly appreciate the help.

Thanks,
Dan

Go to http://ocw.mit.edu" and go through some of the EE courses. Some even have video lectures. Also, I remember Berkeley had a few good video lecture sets for EE. I forget the url, though.
 
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join orkutcom, its an online community and than search for Engineer Books, lots of websites with a lot of books
 
stewartcs said:
Buy a copy of the current version of the NEC.

I agree. It's pretty boring reading, but it's the bible for commercial electrical installation rules and practices.

This is the basic electronics book that I recommend:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0521370957/?tag=pfamazon01-20

Read it cover-to-cover, and you will have a good, practical understanding of basic electronics (both analog and digital electronics). It's one of the common 1st year EE texts.
 
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