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Verify electrical installation compliance through the application of advanced codes and standards
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
Locate specific code requirements in the NEC for complex installation scenarios
Audit existing installations against current industry standards to identify non-compliance
Document corrective action plans for common field deficiencies
Execute tasks using industry-recognized PPE and professional safety protocols
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Calculate system parameters for design and verification of electrical infrastructure
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
Size conductors, overcurrent protection devices (OCPDs), and loads for multi-family or industrial services
Compute demand factors for specialized equipment using NEC Chapter 9 tables
Solve multi-step load calculations for feeders and branch circuits
Validate all mathematical results against corresponding NEC reference tables
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Design electrical systems for environments requiring specialized protection
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
Classify hazardous or sensitive environments based on specific atmospheric or physical risk factors
Select wiring methods and enclosures (e.g., NEMA ratings) appropriate for the classified location
Install specialized equipment following NEC requirements for sensitive or hazardous areas
Verify the integrity of specialized grounding and bonding in high-risk zones
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Diagnose the performance and application of advanced electrical system components
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
Measure the electrical characteristics (voltage, current, impedance) of key system components
Compare component performance data against manufacturer specifications to evaluate system impact
Install advanced components in compliance with specific NEC protection requirements
Troubleshoot component failures using diagnostic tools like power quality analyzers or oscilloscopes
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Evaluate the integration of supplemental or interconnected power sources
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
Diagram the flow of power between supplemental sources and the primary utility grid
Install isolation switches and backfeed prevention devices to ensure technician safety
Interpret complex one-line diagrams to identify system interconnection points
Test the grounding and bonding of interconnected systems for code compliance
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Appraise complete electrical installations through integrated analysis and documentation
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
Solve scenario-based problems that require the simultaneous application of multiple code sections
Inspect full system-level installations to identify cross-categorical compliance issues
Propose system modifications that improve overall reliability and safety margins
Generate a professional technical report summarizing all inspection findings and recommendations
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Troubleshoot DC electric vehicle charging infrastructure
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
Configure EV charger installations in accordance with NEC Article 625
Demonstrate proper high-voltage DC safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO)
Troubleshoot system faults by interpreting manufacturer-specific error codes
Map the integration of EV chargers with battery storage and solar photovoltaic (PV) systems
Implement safety and fire protection measures
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Interpret code knowledge, mathematical calculations, and component analysis to perform a comprehensive system audit
Assessment Strategies
Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
Criteria
Identify discrepancies between the physical wiring and the original engineered blueprints
Correlate calculation errors with observed component performance issues
Determine if existing conductors can safely support the current connected load
Assess overcurrent protection devices (OCPDs) to ensure their interrupting ratings (AIC) meet or exceed the calculated available fault current at the service point
Analyze component performance data (e.g., voltage drop under load or thermal signatures) to pinpoint areas where the installation may be underperforming or failing
Cross-reference observed installation methods in "special locations" against specific NEC Chapter 5 requirements
Prioritize deficiencies based on safety risk and code violations