Texas 2023 NEC Changes Part 1

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 updates, additions, and changes to Chapter 1 of the 2023 National Electrical Code.
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.
List new requirements in Chapter 2 of the 2023 NEC for health care facilities, electric vehicle charging stations, marinas, and docking facilities.
Identify the changes to minimum unit load requirements for dwelling units and lighting loads for non-dwelling occupancies found in Chapter 2 of the 2023 NEC.
Describe changes to emergency disconnects and surge protection for outside branch circuits and feeders found in Chapter 2 of the 2023 NEC.
Outline the new wiring method for installing underground service conductors.
List the locations that must be provided with surge protection devices.
Identify changes for service conductors and service installation requirements found in Chapter 2 of the 2023 NEC.
Outline the new declaration regarding standard overcurrent device ratings found in Chapter 2 of the 2023 NEC.
Identify changes to the standard ampere ratings in Table 240.6(A).
Describe updates to the 2021 edition of NFPA 70E.
Define the terms lockout/tagout, approach boundaries, and arc flash.
Explain important sections from Texas Legislative and Administrative rules from Chapter 73 and 1305 that relate to electrical licenses.

Course ID(s): 31383

Approved By: Department of Licensing & Regulation - Electrician

2023 NEC Changes Part 1
- Chapter 1 [8 Activities]
  - 01. 100 Definitions. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, Special Purpose.
  - 02. 100. Definitions. Ground-Fault Detector-Interrupter, dc (GFDI)
  - 03. 100 Definitions. Panelboard, Enclosed. (Enclosed Panelboard)
  - 04. 100 Definitions. Restricted Industrial Establishment.
  - 05. 100 Definitions. Stored-Energy Power Supply System (SEPSS).
  - 06. 110.3(A)(8). Examination. Cybersecurity.
  - 07. 110.16(B) Service Equipment and Feeder Supplied Equipment.
  - 08. 110.17. Servicing and Maintenance of Equipment.
- Chapter 2 [17 Activities]
  - 01. 210.8(A)(5) GFCI Protection for Personnel. Dwelling Units. Basements
  - 02. 210.8(A)(6) GFCI Protection for Personnel. Dwelling Units. Kitchens
  - 03. 210.8(A)(7) GFCI Protection for Personnel. Dwelling Units. Areas with Sinks
  - 04. 210.8(B). GFCI Protection for Personnel. Other Than Dwelling Units.
  - 05. 210.8(B) GFCI Protection for Personnel. Other Than Dwelling Units. Exceptions.
  - 06. 210.8(D) GFCI Protection for Personnel. Specific Appliances.
  - 07. 210.8(F) GFCI Protection for Personnel. Outdoor Outlets
  - 08. 210.11(C)(4) Dwelling Units. Garage Branch Circuits.
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    - 09. 210.12 Arc-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection
    - 10. 210.18. Branch-Circuit Ratings. Rating
    - 11. 210.23 Permissible Loads, Multiple-Outlet Branch Circuits.
    - 12. Table 210.24(1) Summary of Branch-Circuit Requirements - Copper Conductors.
    - 13. 210.52(A)(2). General Provisions. Wall Space.
    - 14. 210.52(C)(1). Countertops & Work Surfaces. Wall Spaces.
    - 15. 210.52(C)(2). Countertops & Work Surfaces. Island and Peninsular Countertops and Work Surfaces.
    - 16. 210.52(C)(3) Receptacle Outlet Location.
    - 17. 210.70 Lighting Outlets Required.
- Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2021) [10 Activities]
  - 01. Article 90: Sections 90.1, 90.2
  - 02. Article 90: Sections 90.3, 90.4
  - 03. Article 100: Definitions
  - 04. Article 105: Section 105.3
  - 05. Article 110: Sections 110.1-110.4
  - 06. Article 110: Section 110.5
  - 07. Article 110: Section 110.6
  - 08. Article 110: Section 110.7
  - 09. Article 110: Section 110.8
  - 10. Article 110: Sections 110.9(A), (B)
- Texas Rules and Regulations [10 Activities]
  - 01. 73.20. Licensing Requirements: Applicant and Experience Requirements.
  - 02. 73.25 Continuing Education.
  - 03. 73.53 Responsibilities of All Persons Performing Electrical Work
  - 04. 73.60 Standards of Conduct for Engaging in Electrical Work
  - 05. 73.80 Fees
  - 06. 73.100 Technical Requirements
  - 07. 1305.051 Electrical Safety and Licensing Advisory Board
  - 08. 1305.1575 Career and Technology Education Program
  - 09. 1305.167 License Renewal.
  - 10. 1305.166 Display of License.
Course Completion
- Mandatory Questionnaire
- Certificate of Completion
- Expedited Reporting Available

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