Texas Electricians License Renewal Courses Online
Texas Electricians License Renewal Courses Online
Texas Electricians License Renewal Courses Online: Online Courses for renewing your TX electrical tradesman license. Requirements for continuing education -Each licensee must complete 4 hours of continuing education annually by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation TDLR
What are the requirements for continuing education?
Each licensee must complete 4 hours of continuing education annually prior to the license renewal date. The educational courses must address the National Electric Code and state laws and rules that regulate the conduct of the license holder.
When do I need to renew my license?
Your license will need to be renewed within 1 year of its issuance date. The department will mail a renewal notice at least 60 days prior to the expiration date; however, it is ultimately the licensee's responsibility to insure renewal of the license prior to expiration.
Did You Know...
As of September 1, 2010, all Apprentice electricians, who are not enrolled in a Department of Labor approved apprenticeship program, are required to take 4 hours of Continuing Education (annually) to renew their licenses.
About the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation is the state's umbrella occupational regulatory agency, responsible for the regulation of 22 occupations and industries.
The regulated industries are diverse, ranging from boxing to electricians, from elevators to auctioneers. TDLR is governed by a seven member commission whose members are appointed by the Governor. To prohibit even the appearance of conflicts of interest, no commissioner may have a financial interest in any of the regulated programs.
Unless commission rules relating to continuing education requirements for a specific occupation provide otherwise, continuing education courses shall cover one or more of the following aspects in the area of licensure:
(1) technical
(2) business
(3) health
(4) safety
(5) legal
(6) other relevant topics approved by the department.
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Course Descriptions
This 4 hour course covers the following mandated topics: The Texas Electrical Safety and Licensing Act, Administrative Rules: 16 Texas Administrative Code Chapter 73, NEC 2008 Code Updates, and NFPA 70 E Standard for Electical Safety in the Workplace to complete the annual continuing education requriement for electricians in the state of Texas.
Approved Course Number(s):
6488
TDLR Rules and Regulations for Electricians
Approved Course Number(s): 3387
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Electrical Safety and Licensing Advisory Board
The Electrical Advisory Board last met on Wednesday, May 26, 2010. Listen to that or previous meetings via streaming audio on our web site.
•November 16, 2010 - Spoke to the students at Mt. Pleasant High School Electrical Trades Program
•January 27, 2011 - Town Hall Meeting at Lufkin City Hall
Town Hall Meetings – Coming Soon to a Town Near You!
Compliance Division staff will be holding informal “town hall” meetings to touch base with local area contractors, inspectors, and any other interested persons. We hope these meetings will allow us to 1) put some faces to our names; 2) find out about electrical safety issues/concerns that may be specific to your area; 3) establish working partnerships with the local jurisdictions; 4) answer any “hot topic” questions regarding state electrical requirements, and 5) provide additional education on the law and rules. If you would like to invite us to hold a “town hall” meeting in your area please contact Jerry Daniel at jerry@license.state.tx.us or (512) 799-1489.
Additional Contact Information:
For general questions about the electrical program you may contact TDLR at (512) 463-6599 or toll-free (in Texas) (800) 803-9202. For the hearing impaired, Relay Texas - TDD is available at (800) 735-2989.
For Questions about the State Electrical Program: electricians@license.state.tx.us
File a Complaint or Report a Violation Online
Did You Know...
As of September 1, 2010, all Apprentice electricians, who are not enrolled in a Department of Labor approved apprenticeship program, are required to take 4 hours of Continuing Education (annually) to renew their licenses.
Closing the Circuit
Your participation/input is critical! If you have any questions, concerns, comments, or observations, please contact us – we want to hear from you. You may reach Jerry Daniel at (512) 799-1489 or e-mail him at: jerry@license.state.tx.us or (512) 799-1489.
Additional Contact Information:
For general questions about the electrical program you may contact TDLR at (512) 463-6599 or toll-free (in Texas) (800) 803-9202. For the hearing impaired, Relay Texas - TDD is available at (800) 735-2989.
For Questions about the State Electrical Program: electricians@license.state.tx.us
Did You Know...
As of September 1, 2010, all Apprentice electricians, who are not enrolled in a Department of Labor approved apprenticeship program, are required to take 4 hours of Continuing Education (annually) to renew their licenses.
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NEC 2008 Grounding & Bonding
COURSE APPROVAL NUMBER = 5083
Introduction
Every year thousands of people are injured or killed from electrical shocks/contacts. They are exposed to dangers such as electric shock, electrocution, burns, fires, and explosions. The proper grounding of electrode system, conductors, equipment, and equipment conductors can help us in reducing the number of casualties.
In order to understand grounding and bonding effectively, the course is divided into the following two segments:
1.Grounding Electrode Systems and Grounding Electrode Conductors
2.Equipment Grounding and Equipment Grounding Conductors
Moreover, this course covers the topics such as grounding electrodes; resistance of rod, pipe, and plate electrodes; methods of connecting the grounding or bonding conductor to the grounding electrode; types of equipment grounding conductors; identification of equipment grounding conductors; and much more that will certainly help you in understanding the best way of grounding and bonding per the National Electrical Code (NEC) 2008 standards.
Learning Objectives
•Explain grounding electrode system
•Understand the grounding electrode system installations
•Describe grounding electrode conductor and bonding jumper connection to grounding electrode
•Explore the methods of connecting the grounding or bonding conductor to the grounding electrode
•Understand equipment fastened in place or connected by permanent wiring methods
•Describe the different types of equipment grounding conductors
•Identify equipment grounding conductors
•Explain the equipment grounding conductor installations
•Know the size of equipment grounding conductors
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