Choosing a commercial wiring study guide for the HVAC electrical trades comes down to one question: do you want a book that walks you through real commercial systems or a thin overview? The Electrical Wiring Commercial (MindTap Course List) trade paperback by Ray Mullin and Phil Simmons, listed at USD 97.52, is a full-size, structured option that asks you to take the subject seriously.
Quick verdict
This is a brand-new, revised trade paperback with Ray Mullin and Phil Simmons as authors, built for learners who want a comprehensive commercial wiring text. It pairs clean physical condition with a substantial approach to the material.
Who it suits
This guide fits HVAC electrical trades learners who are studying commercial installations and want a single, substantial text to work through. It's less ideal if you're looking for a pocket checklist or a quick visual skim.
What stands out from the listed details
The listing describes the book as brand new, never used or read, and possibly still shrink-wrapped, with supplements or access codes as a possibility. The ISBN is 9780357137697, the format is trade paperback, and the listed dimensions come in at 10.8 inches tall and 1.3 inches thick - a clear sign this is a serious-sized study book. The Features line marks it as Revised, which matters if you want an updated treatment of commercial wiring.
Meaningful trade-offs
The physical size is the main trade-off. A 1.3-inch-thick trade paperback doesn't travel easily in a work bag, and the listing only says supplements or access codes *may* be included. You're buying the physical book as the core resource. The trade-off is between depth and portability.
Product note
Electrical Wiring Commercial (MindTap - Paperback, by Simmons Phil; Mullin - New)
If you're ready for a deep, structured study resource for the HVAC electrical trades, this brand-new, revised trade paperback is the one to put on your desk. At USD 97.52, you're paying for a substantial text rather than a lightweight supplement. The 1.3-inch thickness, however, means you'll need to carve out real study sessions rather than hoping for a quick scan.
Bottom line
The Electrical Wiring Commercial (MindTap Course List) trade paperback by Ray Mullin and Phil Simmons is a comprehensive, commercial-wiring-focused study text in a revised, full-size format. For HVAC electrical trades learners who want a complete book to work through, this is a practical pick.
