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For courses in Principles of Heating, Ventilating, AC/Refrigeration, Electricity and Electronics for HVAC and Controls for HVAC. Electricity, Electronics, and Control Systems for HVAC was written to help students understand how to install, troubleshoot and repair electrical parts of air-conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems. The author uses over 20 years of experience to simplify electrical theory, show the operations of motors and controls and teach various troubleshooting techniques. Chapters are devoted to reading and writing diagrams and a unique chapter is included on how to find and keep a job. With strong visuals and a clear presentation, this book is simple enough for beginners yet detailed enough to serve as a reference in the field.

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Renewable Energy Systems is an introductory text that offers broad coverage of all major renewable energy systems, resources, and related topics, such as wind turbines, solar energy, biomass, geothermal energy, water related power generation, fuel cells and generators. Teaching and Learning Experience The text provides readers the detailed, accessible overview needed to understand the breadth of renewable energy technologies and materials. Accessible presentation. Chapter and section openers, margin features, and clear presentation of physics and mathematics help students learn the subject matter. Applied practice. Section check-ups, worked examples, and coverage of key technologies show how technologies and materials are applied. Visually engaging. The text is loaded with illustrations, original drawings, and photographs in full color.

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