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Electricians are called upon to install, update, and repair electrical wiring and devices in homes, businesses, and buildings of all types. Ask questions here about the work, career path, and training needed to become an electrician.

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How much do an electrician make in Louisiana?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the estimated mean annual wage for electricians as of May 2008 is, $49,890. This would amount to $23.98 per hour. In May 2008, median hourly wages of wage and salary electricians were $22.32. The middle 50 percent earned between $17.00 and $29.88. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $13.54, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $38.18.

What kind of electricians are there?

There are several types of electricians, usually defined by the location that the electrical work is being done.

For example a residential electrician works on houses/apartments.

A commercial electrician works in commercial buildings, usually any building that is open to the public.

An industrial electrician works in factory's or large production facilities.

They are the three most common types of electricians but there are specialized areas also that do a specific task.

Lineman electricians work on the transmission lines that connect power from the generating location to the consumer.

Im sure i have left out some of the other specialized electricians but those are the major electrical fields.

Is a journeyman electrician supposed to be licensed in order to compete for jobs?

No, anyone is allowed to bid for new jobs. An electrician needs a journeyman's license to legally control and supervise one electrical construction project under supervision of a master electrician who can obtain the electrical building permit and who is allowed to supervise and control as many projects his capability will permit.

What percentage of the nations demand for electricity could be produced in the future of wind energy?

In windy countries, and with the improvements that we are now seeing in windmill technology, close to 100%.

Do electricians have to wear uniforms?

yes they do

There is no national 'code' or law that mandates licensed electrician's wear standardized uniforms. Most reputable companies require and provide uniforms emblazoned with company name and logo. Most commercial and industrial electrical installation companies require and provide 'arc-flash' flame retardant uniforms; shirts, pants, gloves and/or full suits depending on types of work and voltages encountered.

Advantage of electrician course?

There are lots of advantages that you can gain from taking an electrician course. This will enhance your knowledge and skills in different areas like residential and commercial wiring, industrial machinery wiring and maintenance, electrical wiring blueprint reading, electrical safety and tools course, National and state electrical codes, and photovoltaic (PV) theory and systems design. The most important thing after you take this course, you will get the opportunity of being employed and get high salary.

Where can electricians make the most money?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the estimated mean annual wage for electricians as of May 2008 is, $49,890. This would amount to $23.98 per hour. In May 2008, median hourly wages of wage and salary electricians were $22.32. The middle 50 percent earned between $17.00 and $29.88. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $13.54, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $38.18.

What is the rate of pay for an electrician apprentice in Canada?

A unionized first year apprentice electrician wage package in Ontario in 2010 ranges from $19.50 to $26 per hour depending on the local union jurisdiction

What is the average hourly rate for an electrician in San Francisco?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the estimated mean annual wage for electricians as of May 2008 is, $49,890. This would amount to $23.98 per hour. In May 2008, median hourly wages of wage and salary electricians were $22.32. The middle 50 percent earned between $17.00 and $29.88. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $13.54, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $38.18.

Lists all of the SI base units?

Length - metre - m

Mass - kilogram - kg

Temperature - kelvin - K

Time - second - s

Amount of substance - mole - mol

Electric current - ampere - A

Luminous intensity - candela - cd

Plane angles - radian - rad

Solid angle - steradian - sr

Which electrical device has the output of rotary motion?

Solenoid

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A solenoid produces linear motion. It's an electric motor that produces rotary motion.

How much do you get paid to work at a restaurant?

depends what kind My mom works at a restaurant and she earns $6.50 an hour. She works 6 hours, so she earns $36 a day for 6 days.

What is the average wage a week for a qualified electrician in New York?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the estimated mean annual wage for electricians as of May 2008 is, $49,890. This would amount to $23.98 per hour. In May 2008, median hourly wages of wage and salary electricians were $22.32. The middle 50 percent earned between $17.00 and $29.88. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $13.54, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $38.18.

How many wire size 12 can you put in square box?

1st: the size of the box must be identified; most boxes have the size printed on one of the sides. If not then multiply the length by the height by the depth.

if there is a plaster ring on the box add that to the total size of the box.

2nd: the size of each wire must be found at NEC Table 314.16(B) ; for 12 AWG it is 2.25 cubic inches. if size is bigger than #6 AWG then Table 1 Chapter 9.

3ed: for each device installed in the box add two of the wires connected to the device; ie, for and outlet that has 12 AWG wired into it, add 4.5 (2*2.35) cubic inches, for each wire (other than ground) 2.25 cu in. add one 2.25 cu in per all grounds.

IE, 4*4*2.5 square box with a 2 Gang Plaster ring with 1/2 in rise.

(box) 4*4*2.5=40

(ring) 1/2*4*4= 8

total size of the box and ring is 48 Cubic Inches.

what can be fitted int such a box?

two outlets; 2 "devices" * (2 * 2.25) per devices = 9

three 12-2 Romex wires 3 * 2 (conductores per set disregarding ground) * 2.25 = 13.5

two 12-3 Romex wires 3 * 3 (conductores per set disregarding ground) * 2.25 = 20.25

add one 2.25 for all grounds

add one 2.25 for all connecters

9+13.5+13.5 + 2.25 + 2.25= 47.25.

for more details see NEC 314.15

Where can one find information on how to become an electrician?

There are many places where one can find information about an auto electrician. One can find information an auto electricians from online sources such as Electrician Authority and Yellow Pages.

How do you measure compressor lock rotor amps?

Compressor locked rotor amps are measured with an amp-probe or clip on ampmeter. Lock rotor amps are amps with the rotor not turning/moving, and the winding at ambient temperature. locked rotor amps are X4.5 to X5 times the FLA of motor name plate.

What is the average salary for a Canadian Football League player?

An average salary is around $50,000. Starters can earn up to $120,000. The starting quarterback usually makes between $200,000 and $300,000. The CFL has implemented a salary cap for the 2007 season at $4.05 million.

What is a green wire with a yellow stripe used for?

The wire with green/yellow insulation is the circuit protective conductor "cpc" generally know as the earth.

This wire provides a return path for electricity under fault conditions to ensure that the circuit protective device (fuse or circuit breaker) operates quickly enough to disconnect the circuit from the supply.

It should be present and properly connected in all standard UK domestic and commercial circuits.

Were a fault to develop in an appliance with with metal casing such as an electric cooker, without the cpc the metal casing would be live and remain so until a person or animal came into contact with it. At this point the fault current would flow through them usually with lethal consequences.

How much do electricians make in Ashburn Va?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the estimated mean annual wage for electricians as of May 2008 is, $49,890. This would amount to $23.98 per hour. In May 2008, median hourly wages of wage and salary electricians were $22.32. The middle 50 percent earned between $17.00 and $29.88. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $13.54, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $38.18.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the estimated mean annual wage for electricians as of May 2008 is, $49,890. This would amount to $23.98 per hour. In May 2008, median hourly wages of wage and salary electricians were $22.32. The middle 50 percent earned between $17.00 and $29.88. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $13.54, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $38.18.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the estimated mean annual wage for electricians as of May 2008 is, $49,890. This would amount to $23.98 per hour. In May 2008, median hourly wages of wage and salary electricians were $22.32. The middle 50 percent earned between $17.00 and $29.88. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $13.54, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $38.18.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the estimated mean annual wage for electricians as of May 2008 is, $49,890. This would amount to $23.98 per hour. In May 2008, median hourly wages of wage and salary electricians were $22.32. The middle 50 percent earned between $17.00 and $29.88. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $13.54, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $38.18.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the estimated mean annual wage for electricians as of May 2008 is, $49,890. This would amount to $23.98 per hour. In May 2008, median hourly wages of wage and salary electricians were $22.32. The middle 50 percent earned between $17.00 and $29.88. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $13.54, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $38.18.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the estimated mean annual wage for electricians as of May 2008 is, $49,890. This would amount to $23.98 per hour. In May 2008, median hourly wages of wage and salary electricians were $22.32. The middle 50 percent earned between $17.00 and $29.88. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $13.54, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $38.18.

Why do electricians wear rubber gloves when working on electric line?

Electricians wear rubber gloves when working on electric lines, to prevent contact with a live wire, which may give an electric shock.