Electrical Engineering Dictionary

While you can find out what some terms mean by looking them up in your home dictionary or at yourDictionary.com, a specialized glossary may be a better option. Due to the expensive nature of the equipment you are working with, it is important not to make a costly mistake. Additionally, you could end up electrocuting yourself or others, or start a small fire if you have wiring issues.

Use an electrical engineering dictionary to find out the following information

· Abbreviations or acronyms
· Symbol meanings
· Technical definitions
· Diagrams of electrical components

Having a basic understanding of how your computer and appliances work can save you repair costs. If you are starting your project with little or no experience working with electrical engineering, however, it may benefit you to take a beginner's course at your local community college.

Online Electrical Engineering Dictionaries

Keeping a few online electrical engineering dictionaries bookmarked or saved under your favorites list can come in handy. Consider keeping the ones that are most useful for your frequent projects saved. Jot down the URL for those that you may need every once in a while in a notebook or near the appliance it applies to.

Refer to your appliance or computer's owner's manual before beginning any electrical engineering project. If a customer service phone number or website is included, be sure to check that route before attempting any home repairs yourself.

·The following dictionaries and glossaries may aide you in your electrical engineering projects:

·An online electrical engineering dictionary for computers and related technology, this is website is a valuable resource for anyone with computer issues. Search alphabetically, by keyword, or by category. Categories include areas such as business intelligence, nanotechnology, electronics, and networking. Each definition is complete with links to articles offering more information.

·Use this electrical engineering dictionary to search for definitions by keyword or by category. A short list of recently added terms is also given for quick reference. A search for the term "network" results in a short article complete with diagram. Click on underlined terms within the article for further definitions.

·Twysted-Pair Electronics Dictionary Be sure that "Electronics Dictionary" is highlighted before beginning your search. Use the letters of the alphabet at the top of the page to search for any unfamiliar terms. The short definitions provided are great for the beginner or someone who just needs a quick reference.

·CSGNetwork Glossary: This "Computers, Telephony, and Electronics Industry Glossary" has 900,000 words defined. Search by entering a keyword or by looking alphabetically. Definitions vary in length depending on the subject. Links to external and internal sites are within most definitions. This is a good general dictionary to keep bookmarked or share with others.

·Search by letter or number for the word you are looking for in the "Glossary of Electrical Engineering Terms." Abbreviations and codes (such as RS-422 / RS-485) are found along with definitions. Although not as extensive as other glossaries, this electrical engineering dictionary has a wide range of information.

·Omega Engineering Glossary: The glossary itself is all contained within the same webpage. Jump to the letter of the term you need defined. Most definitions are concise, although longer ones are given for more complex terms.

·Electronics Glossary: This electronics glossary on the Maxfield and Montrose Interactive Inc. website was used with permission from the book Bebop to the Boolean Boogie (An Unconventional Guide to Electronics). Click on the letter of the alphabet to be taken to a page with all the listings underneath that letter. Use this as a quick reference guide for unknown electronics terms.

Use any of the electrical engineering dictionaries above to help with your computer and electronic projects. Remember to keep safety in mind before starting a project and refer to the manufacturers' instructions as necessary.

• Dictionary of Occupational Titles
• Electrician's Dictionary