Soares Grounding and Bonding - Part 1

Soares Grounding and Bonding, Part 1 provides a comprehensive overview of grounding and bonding principles as outlined in the 2023 National Electrical Code. This course covers foundational electrical concepts, including voltage, current, resistance, and impedance.

Learners will explore the differences between grounding and bonding, the role of effective ground-fault current paths, and the critical components of equipment grounding circuits.

The course also examines system design, overcurrent protection, and the impact of electrical faults on safety. Ideal for electrical professionals, this course ensures a solid understanding of grounding and bonding fundamentals essential for safe and compliant installations.

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:

• Define and Explain Fundamental Electrical Concepts
• Apply Ohm’s and Watt’s Laws to Electrical Calculations
• And analyze the Importance of Impedance and Grounding in Electrical Systems
• Define and explain key grounding and bonding terminology and concepts
• Describe the roles and functions of grounding and bonding components
• Identify and analyze the purpose of fault current pathways and effective grounding systems
• Explain the causes, occurrences, and effects of short circuits and ground faults
• Analyze the impact of voltage levels and fault conditions on electrical safety and system performance
• Identify and describe key grounding and bonding components
• Describe the relationship between resistance, impedance, and current flow
• Explain the importance of proper grounding and bonding practices as outlined in NEC Article 250
• Identify the hazards associated with improper grounding and bonding
• Explain the relationship between electrical current and its physiological effects on the human body
• Describe the key components and functions of an effective ground-fault current path
• Identify the NEC performance criteria for grounding and bonding

Joseph Wages, Jr. - Director of Digital Education
IAEI, Independent Alliance of the Electrical Industry
(formerly International Association of Electrical Inspectors)
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Richardson, TX 75080-7702
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We encourage students to contact Joseph with any content related questions and he will provide you with a prompt response. He has a wealth of industry knowledge which he is happy to share. Previous to his position as Director of Digital Educaition he was the Technical Advisor, Education, Codes and Standards Specialist and the Seminar Coordinator. In addition to being a Master Electrician, Jody is an ICC Certified Building Official and holds certifications as Building Plans Examiner, Building Inspector, Chief Building Code Analyst and One- and Two-Family Dwelling Inspector.