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Electrical Trainee Continuing Education Washington State Requirements for Trainees:
Classroom CEU Preparation for Exam Series:
This series of classes, including WAC/RCW for Trainees, Electrical Theory/Math, and all five Intro to NEC courses listed below, is certified for individual 8-hour sessions. Students will learn exam taking techniques, guidelines for taking the Washington State Electrician Exams, including what to take into the exam. Specifics relating to their individual exams (# of questions and source locations) are discussed. Handouts of approximately 100 questions for each class provide additional practice, and each course finishes with a 30 question test. These courses are fast-paced, include several hours of instruction and discussion. WAC/RCW for Trainees WA2017-499 $130 Certified for 8 Hours in the BCE category (trainee CEU), this course introduces the trainee to the WAC/RCW, July 2017 edition. The course covers the installation rules, inspection requirements, permitting, administration rules–including certification/licensing, exams, administrator requirements and duties, supervision for specialty/trainee requirements, company rules/requirements, continuing education, Washington State Electrical Department rule development, policies, enforcement, and much more. Each electrician, including specialties, takes a timed, one-hour exam on WAC/RCW. Printed copies of the WAC/RCW 2017 are included with the class, or you may print out a copy from LNI’s website–click HERE to go to that page.
WAC Administration & Licensing Trainees WA2018-189 $130 Certified for 8 Hours in the BCE category (trainee CEU), this course dives deep into the certification and licensing rules. Start here for those unfamiliar with the program, state rules, and how to become a certified Washington State electrician or specialty electrician, how to start a licensed electrical contracting business (and when you have to.) Starting with a brief history of the Washington State Electrical Department rule development, policies, enforcement and describing how each electrician, including specialties, plays a part in the overall program. How to log hours of experience, the difference between CEU credit hours and experience hours, how to tell if a CEU class is active and approved for credit, and which ones YOU need. Printed copies of the WAC 2017 are included with the class, or you may print out a copy from LNI’s website–click HERE to go to that page.
Electrical Math Workshop WA2018-643 $130 This is a math class. Students will be working through the formulas and preparing for the State exam. Certified for 8 Hours in the BCE category (trainee CEU), this course is also recommended for Journey/Specialty/Admin level certification holders. The course covers resistors in series/parallel, Ohm’s Law, metric/US inch-pound conversion, BTU/Wattage formulas, atomic theory, magnetism, conductivity, voltage sources and generation, inductance, capacitance, impedance, and voltage drop. Good for anyone looking for an introduction to the formulas, and for those that need a refresher. This course uses Ferm’s Formulas, Calculations, and Information (r) as the text, which is included with the class, but also available for purchase at the classroom for $20. Ferm’s may be used in the exam, and contains formulas that are useful in calculation questions on the Washington State Electrician Exams.
2019 Electrical Theory / Math 8-Hours WA2019-233 $130
Certified for 8 Hours in the BCE category (trainee CEU), this course is also certified and recommended for Journey/Specialty/Admin level certification holders. This course was designed with the beginner in mind. Covering electricity generation, magnetism, AC/DC, Voltage/Current/Resistance/Watts, Capacitance, Inductance, Transformers, Power Factor, and more. A great class for those that have been out of the science classroom for more than a couple of years. This class discusses the concepts found in the Electrical Math Workshop (Math Class) and is recommended as the first of the two.
Introduction to 2017 NEC Part A WA2017-027 $130
Certified for 8 Hours in BCE category (trainee CEU), this course begins the process of familiarizing the student with the National Electrical Code. The 2017 NEC is the current version, used in the Washington State Exam. This section covers the articles 90 through 230. Instruction and discussion for 6 hours, including handouts of practice questions, slides that help with the discussion, and a 30 question exam at the end. This course is best taken before Introduction to 2017 NEC Parts B, C, D or E.
Introduction to 2017 NEC Part B WA2017-028 $130
Certified for 8 Hours in BCE category (trainee CEU), this course continues the process of familiarizing the student with the National Electrical Code. The 2017 NEC is the current version, used in the Washington State Exam. This section covers the Article 240 thru Article 398. Instruction and discussion for 6 hours, including handouts of practice questions, slides that help with the discussion, and a 30 question exam at the end. This course is best taken after Introduction to 2017 NEC Part A, and before Introduction to 2017 NEC Parts C, D and E.
Introduction to 2017 NEC Part C WA2017-040 $130
Certified for 8 Hours in BCE category (trainee CEU), this course continues the process of familiarizing the student with the National Electrical Code. The 2017 NEC is the current version, used in the Washington State Exam. This section covers the Article 400 thru Article 516. Instruction and discussion for 6 hours, including handouts of practice questions, slides that help with the discussion, and a 30 question exam at the end. This course is best taken after Introduction to 2017 NEC Parts A and B, and before Introduction to 2017 NEC Part D and E.
Introduction to 2017 NEC Part D WA2017-041 $130
Certified for 8 Hours in BCE category (trainee CEU), this course continues the process of familiarizing the student with the National Electrical Code. The 2017 NEC is the current version, used in the Washington State Exam. This section covers Article 517 through Article 695. Instruction and discussion for 6 hours, including handouts of practice questions, slides that help with the discussion, and a 30 question exam at the end. This course is best taken after Introduction to 2017 NEC Parts A, B, and C.
Introduction to 2017 NEC Part E WA2017-042 $130
Certified for 8 Hours in BCE category (trainee CEU), this course continues the process of familiarizing the student with the National Electrical Code. The 2017 NEC is the current version, used in the Washington State Exam. This section covers Article 700 through Article 840 and Chapter 9. Instruction and discussion for 6 hours, including handouts of practice questions, slides that help with the discussion, and a 30 question exam at the end. This course is best taken after Introduction to 2017 NEC Parts A, B, C and D.
EL07A Lighting Maintenance Specific Review: Classroom Preparation for Exam with CEU credit WA2018-307 $150
This single-day class prepares students for the NEC code lookup questions found in the EL07A Lighting Maintenance exam by Washington State. It does not include WAC/RCW prep, or Electrical Theory/Math prep (see above for those courses). This course is certified for Trainee CEU Credit for 8-hours. Students will learn exam taking techniques, guidelines for taking the Washington State Electrician Exam, including what to take into the exam. Specifics relating to their individual exams (# of questions and source locations) are discussed. Handouts of approximately 50 questions to take home provide additional practice, and each course finishes with a 17 question test. EL07 Basic Electrical Training Maintenance Specific Review: Classroom Preparation for Exam with CEU credit WA2018-344 $150
This single-day class introduces students to the electrical tasks and rules necessary for operating as a maintenance professional in Non-Residential Maintenance (also works well for Residential Maintenance workers). Topics include WAC/RCW rules for trainees: maintaining a trainee certificate, renewals, continuing education, permit and non-permit work; safety: lock-out-tag-out; understanding relays, motors, power distribution in buildings; introduction to programmable logic controllers; trouble-shooting method and process. An exam is given at the end. This course includes a 50+ page text tailored to the EL07 specialty. Merit Emergency Partner Courses: CPR/First Aid/AED WA2016-157 $100Certified for 4 Hours in the First Aid Category, applicable to Administrators/Master/Journey/Specialty Level Technicians. This course covers CPR, First Aid, and AED. Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for adult victims is the latest version, taught by highly qualified emergency medical responders, with practice during the session on Annie–the human analog. First Aid training for those that may need to care for an injured co-worker or family member, with techniques actually used in the field and a helpful mini-guide to keep close at hand is provided. Automatic Emergency Diffibrulator training to help familiarize the students with the modern devices that help prevent cardio-arrhythmia from claiming lives. These high-tech devices are already in place to prepare for the worst-case scenarios in many public areas.
Class runs from 8 AM to 2 PM
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Electrical Journey/Specialty/Admin Level Continuing Education Washington State Requirements for Admins, Journey Level, and Specialty Electricians:
Classroom Education:
2017 NEC Code
Certified for 8 Hours in the Code Category, applicable to Administrators/Journey/Specialty Level technicians. This course covers the major changes from the revisions as the National Electrical Code migrates from the 2014 edition to the 2017 edition. Over 100 changes are highlighted in the presentation covering Article 90 through Article 517. Students need to bring their own copy of the 2017 NEC to class, available at NFPA.org, online booksellers, large bookstores, and college textbook bookstores wherever engineering or electrical classes are presented.
2018 70E Arc Fault Electrical Safety for Journey WA2019-024 $75 Certified for 4 Hours in Industry Related category for Administrators/Journey/Specialty Level technicians, this course is based upon the 2018 version of the NFPA 70E Electrical Workplace Safety Code. This course covers all required topics related to electrical safety in the workplace, and is designed so that beginners and experienced personnel examine the fundamentals of:
WAC Administration & Licensing Journey WA2018-190 $130 Certified for 8 Hours in the WAC category, this course dives deep into the certification and licensing rules. Start here for those unfamiliar with the program, state rules, and how to become a certified Washington State electrician or specialty electrician, how to start a licensed electrical contracting business (and when you have to.) Great for those seeking to become a company’s Electrical Admin. Starting with a brief history of the Washington State Electrical Department rule development, policies, enforcement and describing how each electrician, including specialties, plays a part in the overall program. How to log hours of experience, the difference between CEU credit hours and experience hours, how to tell if a CEU class is active and approved for credit, and which ones YOU need. Printed copies of the WAC 2017 are included with the class, or you may print out a copy from LNI’s website–click HERE to go to that page.
WAC/RCW (8-Hours) for Journey WA2017-500 $130 Certified for 8 Hours in the WAC/RCW category for Administrators/Journey/Specialty Level technicians, this course covers the entire WAC/RCW, July 2017 edition. The course covers the installation rules, inspection requirements, permitting, administrative rules–including certification/licensing, exams, administrator requirements and duties, supervision for specialty/trainee requirements, company rules/requirements, continuing education, Washington State Electrical Department rule development, policies, enforcement, and more. Major revisions occur every three years, with changes to many areas–impacting work policies that could result in administrative fines if not complied with. Stay up to date with this course. Printed copies of the WAC/RCW 2017 are included with the class, or you may print out a copy from LNI’s website–click HERE to go to that page. WAC Changes (4-Hours) for Journey WA2018-379 $75 Certified for 4 Hours in the WAC/RCW category for Administrators/Journey/Specialty Level technicians, this course covers only the changes in the WAC, July 2017 edition. The course is recommended for those looking to fulfill the minimum requirements of 4-hours of WAC category but is not recommended for those looking to prepare for upcoming exams. Major revisions occur every three years, with changes to many areas–impacting work policies that could result in administrative fines if not complied with. Stay up to date with this course. Printed copies of the WAC 2017 are included with the class, or you may print out a copy from LNI’s website–click HERE to go to that page. Electrical Math Workshop WA2018-643 $130
This is a math class. Students will be working through the formulas and preparing for the State exam. Certified for 8 Hours in the BCE category (trainee CEU), this course is also recommended for Journey/Specialty/Admin level certification holders. The course covers resistors in series/parallel, Ohm’s Law, metric/US inch-pound conversion, BTU/Wattage formulas, atomic theory, magnetism, conductivity, voltage sources and generation, inductance, capacitance, impedance, and voltage drop. Good for anyone looking for an introduction to the formulas, and for those that need a refresher. This course uses Ferm’s Formulas, Calculations, and Information (r) as the text, which is included with the class, but also available for purchase at the classroom for $20. Ferm’s may be used in the exam, and contains formulas that are useful in calculation questions on the Washington State Electrician Exams.
2019 Electrical Theory / Math 8-Hours WA2019-233 $130
Certified for 8 Hours in the BCE category (trainee CEU), this course is also certified and recommended for Journey/Specialty/Admin level certification holders. This course was designed with the beginner in mind. Covering electricity generation, magnetism, AC/DC, Voltage/Current/Resistance/Watts, Capacitance, Inductance, Transformers, Power Factor, and more. A great class for those that have been out of the science classroom for more than a couple of years. This class discusses the concepts found in the Electrical Math Workshop (Math Class) and is recommended as the first of the two.
Boiler Courses
In-Classroom Boiler Refresher Course $130
(Licensed Seattle or Tacoma Operators)
Approved by Seattle and Tacoma as the required Boiler Refresher, due once every 5 years for all licensed Boiler Operators that carry City of Seattle and City of Tacoma Boiler Licenses. This course covers: Safety, Operation, New Technology, Current Events, and Boiler Code. See the calendar for dates. All materials are included. Students receive a course completion certificate to be used as evidence of successful completion of the class for renewal purposes, and course attendance will be submitted to City of Seattle on behalf of the student. Students must attend the entire session and pass a short exam at the end to receive credit.
**Tacoma License holders: We cannot provide classes to holders of Grade 1 Tacoma Boiler.
In-Classroom Seattle Boiler Operator Grade 3/Grade 4 Prep for Exam $155
The Seattle Boiler Operator Grade 3/Grade 4 Prep for Exam class prepares students in a single 8-hour session for taking the challenging exam from the City of Seattle Department of Planning and Development. The Seattle Boiler Operator License is a requirement for those operating hot water boilers and steam boilers within the City (per requirements of the Seattle Boiler Code.) This class prepares those operators for the written exam. Includes a copy of the Low-Pressure Boiler Study Guide with course fee. This course does not provide observation time of boiler operation.
Refrigeration Courses
In-Classroom Seattle Refrigeration Operator Prep for Exam $155
The Seattle Refrigeration Operator Prep for Exam class prepares students in a single 8-hour session for taking the challenging exam from the City of Seattle Department of Planning and Development. The Seattle Refrigeration Operator License is a requirement for those operating refrigeration/air-conditioning equipment within the City limits, where the equipment is larger than 50lbs of refrigerant charge. This includes refrigeration technicians, maintenance mechanics, and building engineers with responsibility for equipment at their owned or operated properties.
EPA Universal Technician (Section 608) Certification $205
Refrigeration workers and handlers need to be certified by the EPA to comply with the Federal Clean Air Act of 1990. This can be accomplished by passing an examination covering refrigerant theory, refrigeration machine operation, recovery procedures, transportation procedures, reclaim and recycling of refrigerants, evacuation and repair procedures, and other technical information about the laws/rules/processes of working with refrigerant. This course is designed to prepare the students in a single 8-hour course to take the EPA exam, which will be given at the end of the course by an approved test proctor. Exams are mailed to the certification agent, and results are available within 7 days to the student.
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