Florida Building Code - Energy Conservation & Electrical

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This course will provide a comprehensive review of the Florida Building Code with respect to energy and electrical code requirements. The material will cover all aspects of the code including the scope, intent, and covered applications. Design criteria involved in energy and electrical aspects of building construction will be discussed. Due to the fact that the Florida Building Code covers new construction as well as existing buildings, requirements for both types of construction will be reviewed. Also, many specific applications are covered in the code, such as:

Recessed lighting
Light fixtures
Accent lighting
Lighting controls
Programmable thermostats
Smoke detectors/alarms
Appliances
Pool Heaters/Pumps
Grounding

These applications, with respect to energy and electrical, will be covered in this course, providing a comprehensive review.

Objectives SME

Course Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to:

Recall the history and background of the Florida Building Code, as well as the current version and anticipated updates in progress
Identify the main purpose of the Florida Building Code
Define and describe the terms and specific applications in the area of energy and electrical that are covered by the Florida Building Code
Recognize the code requirements and exceptions in the areas of energy and electrical and how to apply them to specific construction projects
List the different requirements for new construction and existing buildings when applying the Florida Building Code

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Jim Taube

Jim possesses degrees in Civil & Environmental Engineering from Clarkson University in New York and Electrical Power Technology from Bismarck State College.

He has extensive industrial experience with 23 years in the pulp and paper industry and 12 years in institutional and pharmaceutical facility management.

His responsibilities have included engineering design, electrical and mechanical maintenance, and power plant utilities management.

Areas of expertise include HVAC design, commissioning and qualification, construction administration, and energy cost savings initiatives.

Jim’s credentials include being registered as a Professional Engineer and the Certified Energy Manager and Auditor certifications.

Jim is married and lives in Middletown, OH and has 4 married children.