Abstract :
Northwest Lineman College provides a range of power system training that is designed for entry-, apprentice-, and advanced-level trainees. The importance of effective training and education for line workers is paramount, given the hazards associated with working on and around electric lines and equipment on a daily basis. Reviewing this book was a valuable experience for me since I was able to relate its information to the academic curriculum that we utilize at Northwest Lineman College along with my experience as a lineman. The author, Prof. El-Sharkawi, has an impressive array of credentials and experience related to power systems and associated applications. His experience in authoring various publications was evident as the book is clearly a highlevel publication. The first chapter covers various fundamentals of electricity. Electric and magnetic fields are well explained and easy to comprehend. Alternating C fundamentals include the operation of a three-phase generator and the associated alternating current waveforms. Delta and wye connections are explained with the use of easy-to-understand vectors. I liked the examples that were provided with actual values included in the formulas, making it easier to learn and apply the formulas.
Keywords :
education; hazards; power system security; training; Northwest Lineman College; advanced-level trainees; alternating C fundamentals; apprentice-level trainees; associated alternating current waveforms; delta connections; electric equipment; electric fields; electric lines; electric safety; electricity fundamentals; entry-level trainees; hazards; line worker education; magnetic fields; power system training; three-phase generator; wye connections; Book reviews; Electrical safety; Hazards; Power system reliability; Safety;
