Electrical Power Distribution Research Guide
Scope
This research guide promotes sources for students in the Electrical Power Distribution program and those employed in the field of electrical transmission and distribution.
Books available at the Beaver Dam campus library
Platts UDI Directory of Electric Power Producers and Distributors, Call number: Reference TK 1194 .M3 2008
The Platts directory lists key personnel, financial, production, and system configuration data for more than 3,500 regulated U.S. and Canadian utilities, as well as major non-utility generating companies and service providers.
NEC (National Electrical Code) Handbook, Call number: Reference TK 3275 .N38
The NEC handbook offers the full NEC text alongside expert commentary from code specialists, offering insight into code rationale, explanations of new and revised rules, and practical, hands-on advice on how to apply the code. A valuable resource for anyone involved in electrical design, installation, inspection, and safety, this book will give users the knowledge needed to feel confident that their work will be safe, efficient, and code-compliant.
The Field Guide for Powerline Workers by Wayne Van Soelen, Call number: TK 3226 .V274 2007
The Field Guide is an indispensable tool full of basic principles and best practices. This electrical application manual offers a reader-friendly, day-to-day approach to constructing, operating, and maintaining electrical distribution and transmission lines - both overhead and underground.
The Lineman's and Cableman's Handbook by Thomas M. Shoemaker and James E. Mack, Call number: TK 3221 .K83 2007
This heavily illustrated handbook has been the bible of electrical transmission since the publication of its first edition in 1928. Covering both overhead and underground electrical transmission and distribution, it graphically lays out the basic principles, equipment, standards, and safety regulations, allowing electrical workers to avoid costly errors, diagnose and repair power failures, and ensure optimum safety.
Electrical Power Distribution Handbook by T.A. Short, Call number: TK 3001 .S46 2004
The Electric Power Distribution Handbook provides information on the electrical aspects of power distribution systems. It begins with an in-depth look at equipment, applications, and tasks such as choosing transformer connections and sizing and placing capacitors. The focus then shifts to reliability and power quality, reflecting the strong dependence of the reliability of service on distribution systems performance. The handbook then covers lightning protection, grounding, and safety.
The Lineman's and Cableman's Field Manual by Thomas M. Shoemaker and James E. Mack, Call number: TK 3221 .S48 2000
The Field Manual contains the latest NEC and OSHA standards and safety rules pertaining to electrical line maintenance and construction. This convenient hands-on tool provides diagrams for overhead transformer connections, ampacity and physical data, fusing guidelines, conductor sag table data and sample calculations, preventative equipment maintenance procedures, and many other practical topics for field work.
The Guidebook for Linemen and Cablemen by Wayne Van Soelen, Call number: TK 3226 .V273 2006
The Guidebook is a reference tool that contains the most-up-to date information for linemen, cablemen, foremen, and others associated with transmission and distribution departments of electric utility companies. This book discusses the equipment used as well as the responsibilities of a lineman and cablemen. It explains in detail the training and need for safety within this profession.
Lineman Electrical Power Exam Passbook, Call number: TK 168 .L57 2007
This test preparation guide covers basic principles of electricity, tools of the trade, operation of mechanical and electrical devices, and the installation and maintenance of electrical distribution pole lines.
A Handbook of Knots and Knot Tying: Over 200 Techniques with Step-by-step Photographs, Call number: VM533 .B84 2003
An encyclopedic resource on knots for every situation.
Suggested keyword searches:
Lineman
Electric Power Distribution
Electric Power Transmission
Electric Utilities
Periodical Databases
Attention: Off-campus users will be required to enter their 14 digit library barcode to gain access to the databases.
EBSCOhost Research Databases (select Business Source Premier and MasterFILE Premier)
General Business File ASAP
Business & Company Resource Center
WilsonWeb
Periodicals available at the Beaver Dam campus library
- Powerlineman Magazine
- Transmission & Distribution World
Websites
Occupational Outlook Handbook Report for Line Installers and Repairers
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos195.htm
This report provides a summary of the occupation, a job growth forecast, and an earnings survey.
O*NET Occupational Summary for Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers
http://online.onetcenter.org/link/summary/49-9051.00
The O*NET program provides a detailed analysis of the trade with earnings and employment trends.
Report of the Utility Workers Coalition on Strategic Workforce Planning in the Utility Industry
http://www.legis.state.wi.us/lc/committees/study/2008/WORK/files/ceel_handout.pdf
This critical report, published in February 2006, addresses the anticipated shortage of skilled trade workers in the utility industry.
The CIP Report: Meeting the Twin Challenges of Education and an Aging Workforce in the Electric Power Industry
http://cip.gmu.edu/archive/cip_report_5.5.pdf
The Critical Infrastructure Protection Program at George Mason University examines personnel challenges in the electric power industry with an emphasis on lineworkers.
Powerlineman.com
http://www.powerlineman.com
Powerlineman.com features job listings, a vendor directory, information on events and rodeos, a forum, and industry news.
Transmission & Distribution World
http://tdworld.com/
Transmission & Distribution World provides news, job listings, classifieds, and a directory of industry events. Free registration is required to view content.
Line-Man.com
http://www.line-man.com
Line-Man.com provides videos, message boards, and resources to find jobs, tools, and gear.
International Lineman's Museum
http://www.linemanmuseum.com
The Museum site contains the Hall of Fame, a photo gallery of the collection, and links.
Created 8/2009.
