After completing this continuing education course for Delaware, the participant will be able to apply the 50 most important changes from the first two chapters of the 2023 National Electrical Code in common wiring practice.

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe the overall layout of the National Electrical Code and the addition of new articles.
  • Identify the scope of what is covered and not covered in the Code.
  • List which chapters can supplement or modify other chapters.
  • Identify updates, additions, and changes to Chapter 1 of the 2023 National Electrical Code.
  • Describe changes in the way terms are presented in Article 100, Definitions.
  • Define 12 terms that are newly defined in the 2023 NEC.
  • Outline changes to the general requirements for electrical installations found in Chapter 110 of the 2023 NEC.
  • Identify updates, additions, and changes to Chapter 2 of the 2023 National Electrical Code.
  • Describe changes for branch circuits found in Chapter 2 of the 2023 NEC.
  • Identify changes to branch-circuit requirements as summarized in Tables 210.24(1) and 210.24(2).
  • Outline new requirements covering barriers and surge protection for feeders found in Chapter 2 of the 2023 NEC.
  • Identify changes to branch-circuit, feeder, and service load calculations found in Chapter 2 of the 2023 NEC.

Course ID(s): EEE-AC-030323-053598

Approved By: Board of Electrical Examiners

  • 2023 NEC Changes Part 1
    • Chapter 1 [22 Activities]
      • 01. 100. Definitions. Scope.
      • 02. 100 Definitions. Attachment Fitting, Weight-Supporting (WSAF). & Receptacle, Weight-Supporting Ceiling (WSCR).
      • 03. 100 Definitions. Class 4 Circuit, Class 4 Device, Class 4 Power System, Class 4 Receiver, Class 4 Transmitter, Class 4 Utilization Equipment.
      • 04. 100 Definitions. Cord Connector.
      • 05. 100 Definitions. Counter (Countertop)
      • 06. 100 Definitions. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, Special Purpose.
      • 07. 100. Definitions. Ground-Fault Detector-Interrupter, dc (GFDI)
      • 08. 100 Grounding Conductor, Impedance.
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        • 09. 100 Definitions. Grounded System, Impedance.
        • 10. 100 Definitions. Panelboard, Enclosed. (Enclosed Panelboard)
        • 11. 100 Definitions. Restricted Industrial Establishment.
        • 12. 100 Definitions. Stored-Energy Power Supply System (SEPSS).
        • 13. 100 Definitions. Work Surface.
        • 14. 110.3(A)(8). Examination. Cybersecurity.
        • 15. 110.3(B) 110.3(B) Installation and Use.
        • 16. 110.16(B) Service Equipment and Feeder Supplied Equipment.
        • 17. 110.17. Servicing and Maintenance of Equipment.
        • 18. 110.20 Reconditioned Equipment.
        • 19. 110.26 Spaces About Electrical Equipment.
        • 20. 110.26(A)(6) Grade, Floor, or Working Platform.
        • 21. 110.29 In Sight From (Within Sight From, Within Sight)
        • 22. 110.33(A) Entrance to Enclosures and Access to Working Space. Entrance.
    • Chapter 2 [28 Activities]
      • 01. Article 210, Branch Circuits Not Over 1000 Volts ac, 1500 Volts dc, Nominal.
      • 02. 210.2 Reconditioned Equipment
      • 03. 210.5(C)(1) Branch Circuits Supplied from More than One Nominal Voltage System.
      • 04. 210.8(A)(5) GFCI Protection for Personnel. Dwelling Units. Basements
      • 05. 210.8(A)(6) GFCI Protection for Personnel. Dwelling Units. Kitchens
      • 06. 210.8(A)(7) GFCI Protection for Personnel. Dwelling Units. Areas with Sinks
      • 07. 210.8(B). GFCI Protection for Personnel. Other Than Dwelling Units.
      • 08. 210.8(B) GFCI Protection for Personnel. Other Than Dwelling Units. Exceptions.
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        • 09. 210.8(D) GFCI Protection for Personnel. Specific Appliances.
        • 10. 210.8(F) GFCI Protection for Personnel. Outdoor Outlets
        • 11. 210.11(C)(4) Dwelling Units. Garage Branch Circuits.
        • 12. 210.12 Arc-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection
        • 13. 210.17 Guest Rooms and Guest Suites.
        • 14. 210.18. Branch-Circuit Ratings. Rating
        • 15. 210.23 Permissible Loads, Multiple-Outlet Branch Circuits.
        • 16. Table 210.24(1) Summary of Branch-Circuit Requirements - Copper Conductors.
        • 17. 210.52(A)(2). General Provisions. Wall Space.
        • 18. 210.52(C)(1). Countertops & Work Surfaces. Wall Spaces.
        • 19. 210.52(C)(2). Countertops & Work Surfaces. Island and Peninsular Countertops and Work Surfaces.
        • 20. 210.52(C)(3) Receptacle Outlet Location.
        • 21. 210.52(D) Bathrooms
        • 22. 210.70 Lighting Outlets Required.
        • 23. 210.70(A)(1) Dwelling Units. Habitable Rooms, Kitchens, Laundry Areas, and Bathrooms. Additional Locations
        • 24. 215.15 Barriers.
        • 25. 215.18 Surge Protection.
        • 26. 220.41 Dwelling Unit(s). Minimum Unit Load.
        • 27. 220.42 Lighting Load for Non-Dwelling Occupancies.
        • 28. 220.57 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Load.
  • Course Completion
    • Mandatory Questionnaire
    • Certificate of Completion
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Instructor Bio

Jerry Durham

Jerry previously served the state of North Carolina as a Level III electrical inspector and provided state-approved electrical training for electrical inspectors at both Alamance County and Guilford County (NC) Community Colleges. Jerry taught the Kentucky state-approved four-year electrical apprenticeship programs offered by the Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) Trade School and Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Trade School, and served the state of Kentucky as a Master Electrician and Louisville Metro Code Enforcement Officer. Jerry is a Certified Distance Education Instructor (CDEI) and NCCER Core and Electrical Curriculum certified instructor. Jerry currently holds North Carolina and ICC electrical inspector accreditations and is recognized by the state of Washington as an approved electrical administrator.

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