Electrical & Power Engineering 8 PDH Credits
100% Board Accepted
National Electrical Code (NEC NFPA 70): Practical Applications & Updates
Course Description
A comprehensive guide to applying the National Electrical Code (NEC / NFPA 70) for electrical consulting and power systems engineers. Covers Article 100 definitions, Article 210 branch circuits, Article 215/220 feeder and service load calculations, Article 250 grounding and bonding systems, Article 310 conductor ampacity derating factors, Article 430 motor branch circuits, and key code changes in recent editions.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this continuing education course, the licensee will be able to:
- Perform feeder and service entrance load calculations for commercial and industrial facilities per NEC Article 220
- Calculate conductor ampacity corrections for ambient temperature and conduit fill derating per NEC Table 310.16
- Design equipment grounding conductors (EGC) and grounding electrode conductors (GEC) per Article 250
- Size motor branch circuit conductors, overload protection, and short-circuit protective devices per Article 430
Course Syllabus & Curriculum Modules
Part 1
Module 1: General Requirements & Load Calculations
- • Continuous vs. non-continuous loads
- • Standard vs. optional calculation methods
- • Voltage drop recommendations
Part 2
Module 2: Conductors, Raceway Fill & Overcurrent Protection
- • Terminal temperature ratings (60C/75C/90C)
- • Adjustment factors for >3 current-carrying conductors
- • Standard ampere ratings for OCPD
Part 3
Module 3: Grounding, Bonding & Motors
- • Grounding electrode system components
- • Main bonding jumper sizing
- • Motor full-load current (FLC) and OCPD sizing
Online Quiz & Certificate Issuance
40 Multiple-Choice Questions Based directly on the included study guide document.
80% Passing Score Required Mandated by state boards for CPC compliance.
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Instant PDF Certificate Includes Certificate ID and State Board validation code.
Course Instructor & Author
David K. Alvarez, PE
Senior Electrical Engineer & Power Distribution Specialist
PE (CA, TX, FL, AZ), IEEE Senior Member
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