NEC® Requirements Self-Guided Online Course

This self-paced online course covers NFPA 70®, which details National Electrical Code® (NEC®) wiring and installation requirements for fire alarm circuits, devices, and appliances. The purpose of the NEC is to protect people and property from the hazards of electricity. Some NEC contains some requirements for fire alarm systems are more stringent than for other electrical systems covered by the NEC, and some are less restrictive.

Upon completion you should be able to:

• Explain the purpose of the NEC, relative to fire alarm systems
• List the applicable NEC articles, relative to fire alarm systems
• Distinguish between power limited circuits and non-power limited circuits
• Explain what is covered by Article 760 of the NEC
• Define "fire alarm circuit" as defined in the NEC
• List the power limitation (volt-amps) for power-limited fire alarm circuits
• Explain NEC Chapter 3 wiring methods
• Differentiate between a plenum and other space for environmental air, as listed in the NEC
• List proper wiring types allowed to be installed in certain areas
• Explain the requirements of NEC Article 500 as it relates to fire alarm systems

Who Will Benefit:
Anyone whose job involves designing, reviewing, evaluating or installing fire protection systems, including: designers, installers, engineers, electrical contractors, technicians, project managers, fire marshals, and architects

Continuing Education Credit:
Complete this module and qualify for .1 CEUs. Upon successful completion of a course, participants will be prompted to download the CEU certificate directly from the course site.

Please verify applicability with your professional board before registering.