Load Calculations Self Guided Online Course

This self-paced online course covers load calculation requirements in the National Electrical Code®. Load calculations are the basis for the sizing of all types of circuits in the NEC®, particularly circuits that supply some kind of power or lighting equipment.

Students will learn to:

• Explain the significances of Article 220 and other relevant articles.
• Understand how the Code is arranged, including where load calculations are found for branch circuits, services and feeders.
• Understand voltage requirements for load calculations.
• Explain where various branch circuit load calculation requirements can be found.
• Understand the role of demand factors.
• Distinguish between how demand factors are used for various types of equipment.
• Understand optional feeder and service load calculations for specific occupancies.

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

Continuing Education Credits:
Complete this module and qualify for .1 CEUs. Upon successful completion of a course series, participants will be prompted to download the CEU certificate directly from the course site. Please verify applicability with your professional board before registering.