• NEC 2008 Code Update
• Texas Electrician Laws & Rules

Course Description

NEC 2008 Code Update

The Changes to the National Electrical Code (NEC) 2008 course is designed for persons performing electrical work. While there were over 3,688 proposed changes to the 2008 Code, this course will examine some of the most significant changes that affect the people throughout the electrical industry including residential, commercial, and industrial electricians.

Even though the 145 articles contained in the Code can be confusing and may contain what appears to be contradictory requirements, the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) will be the fundamental decision maker. You will need to understand and follow their interpretation as to the significance of information contained in a particular article, section, or subsection.

During this course, particular emphasis will be provided when this situation is known to have occurred and some of the different perspectives will be presented to permit you to see several sides of a particular topic.

Learning Objectives

• Discuss the significant changes within the scope of the National Electrical Code.
• Define several new electrical terms that are used throughout the newest version of the National Electrical Code.
• Apply the newest requirements for electrical installations.
• Discuss the new continuity of grounded conductors required by the latest NEC.
• Identify the new ways that multiwire branch circuits and multiple voltage systems are to be uniquely distinguished.
• Describe the ways that branch circuit requirements have changed with the 2008 National Electrical Code.
• Identify the new service requirements brought about by the new code.
• Select the new requirements for overcurrent protection devices with the implementation of the new code.
• Identify the important considerations when working with series rated components.
• Describe how grounding conductors should be placed within an electrical system.
• State the new grounding and bonding requirements as described in Article 250.
• Select the type of surge protective device required given a description of an application.
• Apply the new general wiring methods required by the new code.
• Describe how to select a device box for a device that is wider than 2 inches.
• Determine which article, section, and subsection is required to be followed to determine the size of a pull or junction box required for splices.
• Apply the new securing and supporting requirements for rigid raceways.

Texas Electrician Laws & Rules

This course discusses TDLR Rules and Regulations for Electricians