Compliance with the National Electrical Code® is a major concern for today's engineers, designers and electricians. On the one hand, you need to keep job costs down. On the other hand, your electrical projects must meet code. And if you are an electrical inspector, you've got to ensure compliance with the Code in a way that is fair, accurate, equitable, and consistent. The need to understand and accurately apply the NEC is great. How can you make sure you get this right? Mike Holt's Illustrated Guide to Understanding the National Electrical Code takes you step-by-step through NEC® article and contains a clear writing style, author's comments, and the detailed full-color illustrations that help you visualize the concepts being discussed. The chapter questions help you test your knowledge as you go. This book sets the standard in NEC® education, and is used extensively throughout the country.