Apr 24, 2024  
Course/Program Inventory 
    
Course/Program Inventory

EPC 2030 - 2030 National Electrical Code-Advanced Codeology (NEC 2011) Load Calculations, Motors, Appliances



Clock Hours: 115

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Prerequisites: EPC 2020 - Advanced Residential-Commercial Wiring and Transformers  

Course Description:
This course covers the math involved in load calculations for residential and commercial applications.

Student Learning Outcomes:
  • Be able to calculate the general lighting load in a one - family dwelling.
  • Know the minimum volt - amp (VA) requirements for small - appliance and laundry branch circuits.
  • Know how to apply demand factors to the general lighting load.
  • Be able to apply demand factors to fastened in place appliances.
  • Be able to calculate feeder - demand loads for household clothes dryers.
  • Know how to calculate feeder - demand loads for household cooking equipment.
  • Be able to calculate heating and air - conditioning feeder - demand loads.
  • Be able to calculate a one family dwelling service or feeder using the standard method.
  • Be able to calculate a one - family dwelling service or feeder using the optional method.
  • Understand the standard method for calculating a multifamily dwelling service.
  • Successfully calculate a multifamily dwelling service using the optional method.
  • Be able to calculate a feeder for one unit in a multifamily dwelling using either method.
  • Know how to size service and feeder conductors.
  • Have a good understanding of the elements required to perform a non-dwelling load calculation.