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Electric Education Courses
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Note: All classes are held at the EEC classroom unless otherwise noted. (Click here for directions)
All classes listed are approved for CEUs in New Jersey, Philadelphia & Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Cecil County, Maryland.
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EXAM PREP AND ELECTRICAL CALCULATIONS
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Contractor exam prep classes are offered to any interested person. The courses prepare the attendee for the Electrical Contractor License Exam
for the City of Philadelphia, State of New Jersey or State of Delaware exam. Once you are prepared to take it, an exam can be scheduled for
any day of the week that fits your schedule.
The EEC success rate is the highest around. The course dates are planned in progression and do not conflict with each other.
Class size for my courses is limited. Reservations are based on the date of payment. Bring the black cover 2008 NEC book to class, not the blue cover NEC handbook.
Part 1 of 2: ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR EXAM PREP COURSE
Consists of eight weeks, Monday evenings 6:30-9:00PM
Prepare to take the exam the best way possible. The course includes actual timed tests. Learn how to use the only tool you are allowed to take into the test, the 2008 National Electric Code Book.
Part 2 of 2: ELECTRICAL CALCULATIONS COURSE
Consists of two weeks, Monday and Thursday evenings 6:30-9:00PM
Start with Ohm's Law of volts, amps and ohms, then progress thru single phase and three phase circuits. Motors are included. Size feeders, calculate ampacity, derating, determine voltage drop and learn much more that will be included in the exam. This course can only be completed after attending the Electrical Contractor Exam Prep Course.
SEMINAR FEE: $875
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NEC 2011 CODE CHANGES (10 hrs total)
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Find out what new rules went into effect January 1st, 2011. AFCI's, GFCI's, tamper resistant receptacles,
weather resistant receptacles, color coding of branch circuit wiring, generators, Solar Photovoltaic, multi wire circuit protection
and much more will be covered. Don't waste valuable time and money doing things wrong or unnecessary or missing in the bid what has
to be done to meet the new NEC rules.
Times:
PA Changes ONLY - 7:30am - 4:00pm
NOTE: NJ Changes, Scheduled times
3/14 - 3/15: 11:30am - 5pm (both days)
3/10 - 3/11: 7:30am - 2:00pm on 3/10 (6 hours), and 7:30am - 12:00pm on 3/11 (4 hours)
SEMINAR FEE: (Includes classroom materials, coffee and lunch)
PA Changes ONLY - $195
NJ Changes - $205
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ELECTRIC CALCULATIONS I
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Learn the essentials for electricians when working in commercial or residential. The first Electric Calculations Class is four hours and will include information on box fill, conductor ampacity, motor fuel load current, service calculations and other basic math-related information.
Registration: 11:30am
Class: 12 Noon - 4:00pm
SEMINAR FEE: $
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MOTORS 101
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Some of the topics covered: Branch Circuits, Conductor Ampacity, Motor Controllers, Overload Protection, Group Installations, Motor Control Centers, and more!
Class: 7:30am - 4:00pm
SEMINAR FEE: $195
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ELECTRIC METERING 101
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In this one day class, important information related to basic services for both commercial and residential will be taught. Service Drops, installations, conductors, grounding of services are a few of the subjects are on the agenda; along with various methods of electronic metering in Single Family Dwellings, Multifamily Dwellings, Commercial etc.
Registration: 7:30am (coffee, donuts)
Class: Starts at 8:00am. 8 hours.
Lunch Included
SEMINAR FEE: $195
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NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION 70E
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- Your solution to jobsite protection from electric hazards
- This course introduces students to the standards for Electrical Safety in the workplace developed by OSHA
- Will also learn updates/revisions to the 2009 book
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and how it can significantly reduce the risk of injury
- Improved work practices reduce risk
- Expand knowledge about electrical safety
Registration/Lunch: 11:30am
Class: 12 Noon - 4:00pm
SEMINAR FEE: $95
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FIRE ALARMS 101
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Simplifying the rules for Fire Alarm installations:
- Definitions & Regulations for:
- Single Family Dwellings
- Multi Family Dwellings
- Commercial Properties
Save money using the right installation methods and pass inspections the first time.
- Do I still have to install a fire alarm disconnect switch?
- Why do I need a bottle of red nail polish on my truck?
- Where does it say I can't put the smoke detector circuit on a dedicated circuit?
- Must I use AFCI protection? GFCI?
- What is meant by "common areas"?
- Do I need a pull station on every landing of a multi-family dwelling unit?
- Is condiut required for all commercial fire alarm installations?
- When is central station reporting required?
- Who knows when I have to use plenum FA cables?
- Do I have to destroy a single-family dwelling just to interconnect smoke detectors?
- Are wireless smoke detectors permitted yet?
Registration: 7:30am
Class: 8:00am-4:30pm
SEMINAR FEE: $195
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GROUNDING VS. BONDING (8 hours)
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Stop wasting your time and money and learn the important rules about grounding vs. bonding. They are a must for everyone.
Class: 7:30am - 4:00pm
SEMINAR FEE: $195 (Includes classroom materials, coffee and lunch)
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TRANSFORMERS 101 (4 hours)
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Learn the installation rules, grounding and bonding rules, locating a transformer, special conditions, calculating primary and secondary
current levels and new disconnect rules is this important training session.
Registration/Lunch: 11:30am
Class: 12 Noon - 4:30pm
SEMINAR FEE: $95
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SWIMMING POOLS (4 hours)
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Get ready for the pool install season. Learn the rules governing in-ground and above-ground pool wiring systems. Find out what
the 2008 NEC changed regarding equipotential bonding grids, receptacle locations, GFCI rules, tamper resistant receptacles,
weather-resistant receptacles and in-use covers. Course includes spas and hot tubs.
Registration/Lunch: 11:30am
Class: 12 Noon - 4:30pm
SEMINAR FEE: $95
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RESIDENTIAL ELECTRIC 101 (8 hours)
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Don't miss an excellent review of the changes that have been mandated by the 2008 NEC. Arc-fault protection, GFCI rule changes,
tamper-resistant, weather-resistant receptacles and much more.
Registration: 7:30am
Class: 8:00am - 4:30pm
SEMINAR FEE: $195 (Includes coffee and lunch)
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RESIDENTIAL ELECTRIC 102 (8 hours)
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This eight-hour class continues reviewing the changes mandated by the 2008 NEC that
weren’t covered in the Residential I class. This class focuses on installations and knowledge of electrical
appliances, voltage, and some basics on what is needed to install and repair these appliances
(dishwashers, baseboard heat, etc.). Information on outdoor electrics are also discussed, such as hot
tubs, and spas. Residential Electric 101 is a prerequisite for this class.
Registration: 7:30am
Class: 8:00am - 4:30pm
SEMINAR FEE: $195 (Includes coffee and lunch)
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COMMERCIAL ELECTRIC 101, Part 1
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Registration/Lunch: 11:30am
Class: 12 Noon - 4:30pm
SEMINAR FEE: $95
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COMMERCIAL ELECTRIC 101, PART 2
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Learn the skills needed for performing electrical work in the commercial arena. This is an excellent review of the changes that
have been mandated by the 2008 NEC for commercial electric. Some of the topics covered: arc-fault protection, GFCI rule changes, tamper-resistant,
weather-resistant receptacles, and much more.
Registration/Lunch: 11:30am
Class: 12 Noon - 4:00pm
SEMINAR FEE: $95
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COMMERCIAL ELECTRIC
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Class: 7:30am - 4:00pm
SEMINAR FEE: $195
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