Course Objectives
After successfully completing this course, you will be able to:
Part 1
• Recall key definitions used frequently in the trade
• List the required on-the-job training for a license issued by the department
• Describe the application process for an applicant and the required exam
• Recall the frequency and fees in which licensees must renew their license with the Texas Department of Regulations (TDLR)
• List the Electrical Contractors’ responsibilities
• List the responsibilities of all persons performing electrical work
• Recall the Standards of Conduct within any geographic location in the state when performing or offering to perform electrical work
Part 2
• Discuss the global changes that occurred in the 2024 edition.
• Define what an electrically safe work condition is and when it is required.
• Understand the process of establishing and verifying an electrically safe work condition.
• Explain why the boundaries of the electric shock approach were changed and how to address high-altitude installations.
• Describe the requirements for arc flash signage.
• Verify the PPE requirements for hand protection.
Part 3
• List the types of overcurrent protective devices the NEC recognizes
• Explain when an overcurrent protective device is allowed in a bathroom
• Describe what “trip-free” means in the context of circuit breakers
• Recall where a Type 1 surge protective device is allowed
• Explain when the listing requirements for medium voltage overcurrent protective devices apply
• Detail the voltage parameters of Articles 250 and 270
• List the fundamental requirements of Article 250
• Discuss the allowable methods for grounding and bonding terminations
• List the types of supply-side bonding jumpers allowed for generators
• Describe the required sequence for driving a ground rod
• List the permitted splicing methods for grounding electrode conductors
• Describe the rules for nonmetallic boxes used with metal wiring methods
• Recall how to size equipment grounding conductors in parallel
Part 4
• Describe the scope changes to Article 300
• Explain when the NEC requires wiring methods to be replaced
• List the requirements for equipment beneath roof decks
• Explain the rules for sealing raceways exposed to different temperatures
• Recall what is required for aboveground raceways in wet locations
• List the types of cable ties and fixing devices the NEC recognizes
• Describe the requirements for fittings used in lieu of boxes
• Discuss the prohibition of welding raceways
• Recall how many bends are allowed in raceway installations
• Describe the listing requirements for conductors in the NEC
• Recall the minimum conductor sizes allowed in the NEC
• Describe the required sequence for driving a ground rod
• Explain when conductors require sunlight resistance
• Describe the allowance of ignoring ampacity adjustment and temperature correction
• Recall the ampacity of small conductors in Table 310.16
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