Joule

A measure of electrical energy--the power of one watt for one second, or the work done by forcing one ampere through a resistance of one ohm for one second.

from: Theatre Lighting: An Illustrated Glossary. Albert F.C. Wehlburg. Drama Book Specialists, 1975.

1 joule = 1 watt-second

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