EE208-01 - Commercial Electrical Inspector (40)

Commercial Electrical Inspector (40)

 

 

Overview: This intensive 5-day course is designed to prepare individuals for the ICC E-2 Commercial Electrical Inspector Certification Exam, based on the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC). The class covers essential concepts, technical requirements, and real-world applications of the NEC that are critical for inspecting electrical installations in commercial buildings. This practice-focused course prepares students to navigate the code with speed and accuracy. Participants will receive a comprehensive review of the 2023 NEC’s structure and layout, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, overcurrent protection, conductor ampacity, and other key articles and tables. The emphasis is on how to analyze code violations/questions, what the code requires, how to locate the code reference, and how to apply the code. The course also includes practical exercises, sample exam questions, and mock inspections to simulate the certification test experience.

 

Course Code: 

EE208-01

 

Length: 

40 Hours

 

Fees:

· Contact TFACA for pricing.

 

Pre-Requisites:

None

 

Restrictions:

Must be at least 18 years of age.

 

Certification:

None

 

Class Size:

30

 

Required Student Materials:

·        Pen

·        Pencil

·        Paper

·        Highlighter

·        2023 National Electrical Code

 

Key Topics Covered:

  • NEC fundamentals: structure, scope, definitions (90, 100); enforceable text vs. notes
  • General requirements (110): listing/labeling, manufacturer instructions, working/dedicated space (110.26), field labeling (110.21(B))
  • Services & service equipment (230/225): barriers (230.62(C)), GFP where required (230.95), grouping, clearances
  • Feeders & panelboards (215/408): ratings, gutters, directories
  • Branch circuits & devices (210/406/410): 210.63 HVAC service receptacle, 210.64 service area receptacle, 210.71 meeting rooms
  • Overcurrent protection (240): device selection, series ratings, tap rules (240.21), coordination basics
  • Conductors & ampacity (310; 110.14(C)): tables, temperature ratings, correction/adjustment, rooftop/ambient impacts
  • Wiring methods (300; 342–362; 376–392; 368 busways; MC/AC/MI): use, securing/support, fittings, wet/damp locations
  • Boxes/enclosures/pull-boxes (312/314; 314.28)
  • Grounding & bonding (250): electrodes, GEC sizing/continuity, supply-side & SDS bonding (250.30), parallel conductors
  • Motors/HVAC (430/440): conductor/OCPD/OL sizing; nameplate vs. tables
  • Emergency/standby/optional power (700/701/702; 708 awareness): transfer equipment ratings/locations, inspection cues
  • Generators & transfer equipment (445; ties to 700.5)
  • Special occupancies/locations: health care (517), hazardous (500–505), marinas/boatyards (555), elevators (620), signs (600), fire pumps (695)
  • Low-voltage & fire alarm (725/760/770; 800–840): separation, survivability, support/protection