TradesmanCE.com

2023 NEC Changes and Michigan Rules for Sign Specialists

  • 8 Hour Course
  • $85.00

This course is approved for 8-hours of credit for Michigan sign specialists. The course covers the most important changes to the 2023 NEC and updates to the Michigan Part 8 electrical rules.

At the completion of the course, licensees will be able to:

  • 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 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.
  • Identify updates, additions, and changes to Chapter 3 of the 2023 National Electrical Code.
  • Identify updates, additions, and changes to Chapter 4 of the 2023 National Electrical Code.
  • Describe the change in scope to Chapter 4 of the 2023 NEC.
  • Identify changes and additions to requirements for switches found in Chapter 4 of the 2023 NEC.
  • List new locations requiring tamper-resistant receptacles.
  • Outline new requirements for receptacles, cord connectors, and attachment plugs found in Chapter 4 of the 2023 NEC.
  • Describe new requirements for switchboards, switchgear, and panelboards found in Chapter 4 of the 2023 NEC.
  • Identify updates, additions, and changes to Chapter 7 of the 2023 National Electrical Code.
  • Outline new and changed requirements for emergency systems in Chapter 7 of the 2023 NEC.
  • Define the changes in scope for Article 701: Legally Required Standby Systems.
  • Identify changed requirements concerning signage and portable generators for optional standby systems found in Chapter 7 of the 2023 NEC.
  • Describe new wiring requirements for Class 4 fault-managed power systems.
  • Identify changed requirements for installation of circuits and supply-side overvoltage protection in fire alarm systems.
  • Identify updates, additions, and changes to Chapter 8, and the Annexes of the 2023 National Electrical Code.
  • Describe changes in how Chapters 1 through 7 apply to Chapter 8 of the 2023 NEC.
  • Outline new and changed requirements for network-powered broadband communication systems found in Chapter 8 of the 2023 NEC.
  • Understand changes to the Part 8 rules
  • Course ID(s): 20-1167700
  • Approved By: Michigan LARA Electrical Division

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.