Small, Engaging, Interactive, Electrical Classes
Oregon State Approved (http://www.oregonbcd.org)

Continuing Education & Test Preparation Classes

Using Hands On  learning to keep you awake!
Be sure to bring your Current NEC Book to class

Course Descriptions
    Realizing that the electrical codes are a list of "what not to do, or what to do" based on others bad experiences, allows us to learn from their mishaps. Electricity makes our world function. Electrical system failures can stop everything from happening.

2008 NEC Code Changes Overview for Limited Electricians 4 Hr Code Change   $50
This class is for folks who do repair and replace or Limited Energy Installations or for professionals who just want the highlights of the 2008 NEC changes. There are many more changes than can be covered in this time. An outline of major changes will accompany class handouts, so further study can be accomplished independently.

2008 NEC CODE Changes with OR Amendments  8 Hr Code Change  $100
The 2008 NEC with the Oregon amendments has remarkable changes to the way we install electricity. Come learn about the changes, see the new format, and learn before it cost you money in redos or fines! The State of Oregon has released a list of changes that will be covered. 

32 Hour Limited Energy-B State Required Course
$395   16 Hr Code Related/8 HR Code Change - 1day in class and 3 days home study option.
This course will teach the students how to effectively use and understand the NEC as it pertains to their work and test preparation. It will also give them a connection to the electrical formulas for amps, volts, impedance, power, voltage drop, and fault current. Chapter three wiring methods will be explained and demonstrated, using trade texts to s how the connection between installation practices and performance of high-speed data circuits. These students are experienced in one or more fields, with limited exposure to other fields that they will now be licensed to do. Therefore, an introduction to each area will include the skills needed, the hazards involved, and likely trouble spots. Student will be encouraged to continue learning and to investigate past practices for suitability. Legal responsibilities for permits, and continuing education will also be taught and discussed.

Electrical Test Prep (LME, LEA/B, J) $180 8 HR CODE RELATED
This class is review of theory, formulas, math rules, test taking strategies and how to find code sections quickly.  Practice tests will be given and graded.

Oregon Rule and Law 4 Hr Code Change  $50 
HB2181 made major changes to electrical laws/rules that will impact the industry for years to come. Come find out the changes that have happened, and will continue. New CEU requirements for electricians.  LME, LEB, LEA need only 8 hours of Code Classes in 3 years, with LME/LEB needing 2 hours minimum code change, and LEA all 8 must be code change.   PJ and LR need 16 hours of Continuing Education,  PJ -8 hours LR - 4 hours which must be Code Change. General journey and supervisors requirements didn’t change, still 24 hours in 3 years, however Supervisors must have 12 hours Code Change, while journey level must have 8 hours Code Change. Remember you can have more than your minimum code change hours, in fact all the hours can be code change if desired. 

Supervisor/Admin Test Preparation   12 Hr  Code Related/ 12 Hr  Code Change   $595
A practical class, concentrated crash course. Much study is needed in addition to this course.  Classes are small, 12 or less, so ample time is available to answers individual questions. The first day is a review of theory, formulas, math rules, test taking strategies and how to find code sections quickly. The following two days will be spent learning and practicing major service calculations. The class cost includes a follow-up class and several test taking books.  Students need to bring their own electrical code book (standard), with tabs installed and a calculator.

Advanced Calculations for the Supervisor/Admin Test
This class is for those who have already taken a test prep class, and need
to fine tune their answers in order to pass the state exams.  This is a
hands on, practice calculations class. It is expected the students will be
help each other and ask questions in order to gain clarity on the use of NEC
in sizing conductors, conduit, OCP, services and disconnects.  Students
should bring a current NEC with tabs, a Henry's keyword index, Ugly's, and a
calculator that has a review button or large screen that allows you to see
what numbers were entered.

Washington Rule and Law (RCW-WAC UPDATE CLASS)  4 Hr WA CC $50
This class will satisfy the requirement for Washington Electrical Licensees for rule/law update. 

Wiring Methods I  8 Hr Code Related   $100 
This interactive class covers Chapter 1-4 in relationship to new wiring in homes, offices and industrial facilities for any license type.