1.      Code update for 2014 NEC Articles 100-250:  This is an 8 hour continuing Ed course covering the major code changes for 2014, code layout, definitions, general installation requirements (Art. 110), Branch circuits (Art. 210) including GFI and Arc Fault protection, Branch circuit calculations (Art. 220), Outdoor Branch circuits and feeders (Art. 225), Services (Art. 230), Overcurrent protection (Art 240), and an in depth look at Grounding and Bonding (Art 250).

2.      Branch Circuits and Feeder Calculations:  This is a 4 hour Continuing Ed course giving an in-depth look at doing load calculations. Continuous load must be factored into the equation for sizing conductors and overcurrent protection. Article 210 on branch circuits is also covered where branch circuit requirements, especially for residential work, will greatly affect the total load. Standard and optional methods are covered with many examples of how to properly do the calculations.

3.      A/C Theory, Power Factor, Wire de-rating, conduit and box fill, and voltage drop formulas. This is also a 4 hour Continuing Ed course. The title tells a lot about the content. Understanding the basics of A/C Theory is important to be an accomplished electrician. Ohm’s law, the A/C sine wave, inductance and power factor are explained and examples given on how to use the formulas. Wire de-rating for ambient temperature and the number of conductors in a raceway is explained in a simple way. The seminar shows how to do conduit and box fill calculations and two easy ways to figure voltage drop.