syllabus


Course Outline: 2008 NEC Review
Course Duration: 16 Hours
Course Type: Lecture, Discussion, Problem Solving and Video
	The course will consist of a review of the 2008 National Electric Code with emphasis on areas with recent changes and on areas that, in the instructor’s experience, are not well understood. There will also be an emphasis on calculations and problem solving. The intent of the course is both to fulfill the State of Minnesota requirements for continuing education and to help licensed electricians increase their knowledge of the NEC.
Textbooks:	NEC 2008 (NFPA 70)
	NEC 2008 Handbook (NFPA)
	Analysis of Changes 2008 NEC (NFPA)
	NEC 2008 Review Class Workbook (~150 Problems) (by Kurt Eisenach)
Video:	Working Safely with Electricity (NFPA)
	Arcing Fault Hazards (IEEE)
Safety:	Electrical Safety will be emphasized throughout the course.
NEC Areas to be Reviewed (Class Outline):
1.) Article 90 & Chapter 1 General
2.) Chapter 2 Wiring and Protection
3.) Chapter 3 Wiring Methods and Materials
4.) Chapter 4 Equipment for General Use
5.) Chapter 5 Special Occupancies
6.) Chapter 6 Special Equipment
7.) Chapter 7 Special Conditions
8.) Chapter 8 Communications Systems
9.) Chapter 9 Tables
10.) Annex C Conduit and Tubing Fill Tables
Annex D Examples:
11.) D1 One-Family Dwelling
12.) D2 Optional Calculation for One-Family Dwelling
13.) D4 Multi-Family Dwelling
14.) D6 Maximum Demand for Range Loads
15.) D8 Motor Circuit Conductors
16.) D10 Feeder Ampacity for Adjustable Speed Drive Control

There is about one hour of class time for each of the 16 areas above. Each student must bring a copy of the 2008 NEC and a pocket calculator to class. Workbook problems preceded by an asterisk (*) are associated with sections of the NEC that are new or revised for 2008. Of course it goes without saying you will review and study on your own time. It benefits your employer and you to keep your electrical license current. It is a good idea to review the electrical formulas on this website for your convenience. These formulas will be used in class problems.
Contact Kurt Eisenach for further information or Julie Schumacher at Rainy River Community College.