Guides: Electrical Trades & Electronics: Electronics

eBooks - Communication

Electronics Simplified This book discusses the aims and methods of electronics, with emphasis on digital electronics and software options. It covers the latest developments in electronics, including Blu-ray, digital TV and radio, HD and 3D TV, robotic systems, radar, cellular phones, GPS, and microcomputers. Organized into 17 chapters, the book introduces the reader to every aspect of electronics from fundamentals to applications, with minimal mathematics required.
Laws of Electronics The book is an attempt to give you the real Picture about Laws of Electronics. Chapter 1- Faraday's Law of Induction Chapter 2 - Gauss's Law Chapter 3 - Kirchhoff's Circuit Laws Chapter 4 - Ohm's Law Chapter 5 - Ampère's Circuital Law Chapter 6 - Biot–Savart Law Chapter 7 - Lorentz Force Law Chapter 8 - Electronics Theorems
Failure Modes of Electronics The book provides the basic framework of knowledge about Failure Modes of Electronics.
Power Electronic Handbook Power electronics, which is a rapidly growing area in terms of research and applications, uses modern electronics technology to convert electric power from one form to another, such as ac-dc, dc-dc, dc-ac, and ac-ac with a variable output magnitude and frequency. It has many applications in our every day life such as air-conditioners, electric cars, sub-way trains, motor drives, renewable energy sources and power supplies for computers.
Starting Electronics Guides the reader through the basics of electronics, from fundamentals of theory to practical work and experimentsStructured for learning and self-study: each chapter introduces a concept or tool, explains the basic theory, and provides clear instructions for a simple experiment to apply the concept or tool, with quiz sections and answers, at the end of each chapterNew chapters on multimeters and soldering, covering the fundamentals and experiments, with a basic parts list.

eJournals - Communication

Energy News Energy News provides a unique blend of policy perspectives, commercial activity, social developments and technical information.
PACE (Process and Control Engineer) PACE provides best practices information to assist engineers, decision-makers and buyers in the areas of Process Control Engineering.
Energy Bulletin Energy Bulletins provide electrical technical and safety information, including details of new and amended legislation and standards.

Online Videos - Communication

Electronic Components Part 1 Semiconductors, Transistors & Diodes Transcript available, as well as an Instructor's Guide
Electronic Components Part 2 Operation-Transistors & Diodes Transcript available, as well as an Instructor's Guide
Electronic Components Part 3 Thyristors, Piezo Crystals, Solar Cells, and Fiber Optics Transcript available, as well as an Instructor's Guide
Electronic Circuit Repair Transcript available, as well as an Instructor's Guide

Legislation

Australian Telecommunications Act 1997
Occupational Safety & Health Act 1984 This Act provides for the promotion, co-ordination, administration and enforcement of occupational safety and health in Western Australia.
Occupational Safety and Health Regulations 1996 These regulations set the minimum requirements for specific hazards, work and administrative practices in relation to work safety and health.
Western Australian Legislation The Parliamentary Counsel's Office (PCO) provides comprehensive legislative drafting and related services to the Government, its departments and agencies to ensure that legislation is prepared to give effect to government policy and priorities.

Websites - Communication

Asbestos Safety and Eradication Agency Coordinating Australia's national action for asbestos removal and eradication.
All About Circuits All About Circuits is one of the world’s largest and most active independent online communities for electrical engineers. Founded in 2004 with only a forum and open-source textbook, AAC has grown over the years into a thriving community of engineers collaborating and sharing expertise.
Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association The Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association (AMTA) is the peak industry body representing Australia’s mobile telecommunications industry. AMTA members include mobile network operators and service providers, mobile phone and device manufacturers, retail outlets, network equipment suppliers and other suppliers to the industry.
Corning Optical Fibre Corning is one of the world's leading innovators in materials science, with a 169-year track record of life-changing inventions. Corning applies its unparalleled expertise in glass science, ceramics science, and optical physics, along with its deep manufacturing and engineering capabilities, to develop category-defining products that transform industries and enhance people's lives
EnergySafety - Department of Commerce Find out about the functions and jurisdiction of Building and Energy.
IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) IEEE is the world’s largest technical professional organization dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity.
International Telecommunications Union . The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is the United Nations specialized agency for information and communication technologies – ICTs. Founded in 1865 to facilitate international connectivity in communications networks, we allocate global radio spectrum and satellite orbits, develop the technical standards that ensure networks and technologies seamlessly interconnect, and strive to improve access to ICTs to underserved communities worldwide. Every time you make a phonecall via the mobile, access the Internet or send an email, you are benefitting from the work of ITU.
International Organisation for Standardisation ISO is an independent, non-governmental international organization with a membership of 165 national standards bodies. Through its members, it brings together experts to share knowledge and develop voluntary, consensus-based, market relevant International Standards that support innovation and provide solutions to global challenges.
National Broadband Network The National Broadband Network (NBN) is giving Australians access to fast internet services. Whether you're planning for NBN to become available in your area or you're ready to make the switch, there are steps you can take now to make sure you get the best experience for your home or business.
Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) The Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) is a star rating system (out of ten) that rates the energy efficiency of a home, based on its design. By providing a ‘measuring tape’ to estimate a home’s potential heating and cooling energy use, NatHERS helps to make Australian homes more comfortable for their inhabitants and also helps residents to save on energy bills through smarter design choices. Often good design can reduce the amount of energy needed to keep a home comfortable with no or little additional construction cost.
NBN Co NBN Co was established in 2009 to design, build and operate Australia’s wholesale broadband access network.
NECA (National Electrical and Communications Association) NECA - the National Electrical and Communications Association, is the peak industry body representing the interests of the electrical and communications contracting industry across Australia. We have close to 5,000 member organisations. NECA is run by contractors, for contractors, and represents members in all states and territories of Australia. All our board members – at the national and state and territory level, are electrical contractors. And each board has a good mix of small, medium and large enterprises represented. As a result we understand what our members are looking for in our member services and technical support.
OHSE Subbypack A tool for Self Employed Persons, Suppliers, Service Providers, Contractors, and Subcontractors in the Australian Building and Construction Industry
Safe Work Australia - Construction SWA is an Australian government statutory body established in 2008 to develop national policy relating to WHS and workers’ compensation. We are jointly funded by the Commonwealth, state and territory governments through an Intergovernmental Agreement. We perform our functions in accordance with our Corporate plan and Operational plan, which are agreed annually by Ministers for Work Health and Safety.
Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman (TIO) We provide a fair, independent and accessible external dispute resolution service for residential consumers and small businesses who have an unresolved complaint about their phone or internet service. Our service is free and complies with the Government Benchmarks for Industry-Based Customer Dispute Resolution.
Training WA Western Australia’s diversifying economy and changing industry needs require a labour force that is skilled, versatile and highly competitive. Established in 2009, WA’s Department of Training and Workforce Development provides leadership in training and workforce development to drive a responsive, flexible and quality training system to meet the needs of industry and build a strong and successful future for our community.
Western Power Western Power is a Western Australian State Government owned corporation responsible for building, maintaining and operating an electricity network that connects our 2.3 million customers to traditional and renewable energy sources, delivering an essential service to our community.
Workcover WA WorkCover WA’s vision is “a workers’ compensation and injury management scheme that works for all.”
Worksafe - Department of Commerce WorkSafe is working with employers, employees and employee representatives to set up and maintain systems of work so that employees are not exposed to hazards.
Your Energy Savings There are many government websites with information about energy so we know it can be hard to find the information you need. Energy.gov.au provides a starting point for you to find energy information from a range of Australian Government sources. We provide information and advice for householders and businesses as well as explaining Australian Government energy programs and priorities.
Your Home Your Home is your guide to building, buying or renovating a home. It shows how to create a comfortable home with low impact on the environment — economical to run, healthier to live in and adaptable to your changing needs.
ZDnet Telcos The telecom industry is evolving, but dominated by giants.

Online Videos - Work, Health & Safety

BBC Engineering Craft Studies: Ep 12 - Using Electricity This series consists of the visual teaching of principles, workshop demonstrations and examples of the practical application of these principles in a variety of engineering situations. The series is appropriate for students beginning their engineering studies at craft level.
Electrical Accident "It's All About The Hair"
Electrical Safety Awareness for Non-Electrical Workers When your team works in electrical environments, they need to have full knowledge of safety rules. This is vital, not only for workers but also for the safety of employees supervised. We have developed an e-learning solution that allows your team to check and improve safety knowledge.
Health & Safety - Funny Something a little different. Here's an animated Health & Safety video. It's funny. But with a serious point. The humour is quite dark. The film uses a combination of humour and 'shock' tactics to get the message across and has been very well received.
Mike Rowe - Safety Third - Whaaat?? Don't wait for the accident to happen, stop it before it happens.
Thank God You're Here...Work Place Safety Have Arrived!
The Bear Essentials of Safety Bear Grylls goes wild in our Bear essentials of safety video. He even spots a giant creature thought to be extinct!

Websites - Work, Health & Safety

Injury Hotspots This tool provides an industry-wide snapshot of how people get injured at work, pinpointing areas on the body that are most likely to be injured.