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SUMMARY:48 Hour Fire Alarm Class - Laurel/Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:A 48 hour course that provides hands-on training.\nMarch 7 – May 2\, 2026\nSaturdays 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n(Excluding April 4)\nThis is a hybrid class\, some days will be held virtually with lab days held at the Laurel facility.\nFirst class will be held in person. \nLaurel\, MD \nEnrollment period has ended. \nIEC National Fire Alarm Systems Curriculum.  This Course is based on the Requirements specified in NFPA’s National Fire Alarm Code (2022)– NFPA 72. \nThis unique and informative course will provide qualified journeyman electricians with the knowledge necessary to work on fire alarm systems. The ESTS Fire Alarm I Course is designed for experienced electricians\, such as those specializing in fire alarm systems and limited energy. Taking the course in conjunction with NFPA 72 (2022) will help prepare installers to sit for NICET certification. \n \nStudents will need to bring The NFPA 72 (2022) and Hand Tools for Meter to Circuit Testing & Lab Sessions. \nCourse Topics \n\nBasic functions of Fire Alarm systems\nTypes of Fire Alarm systems\nFire Alarm Control Systems\nFire Alarm Control Units\nInitiation Devices\nNotification Devices\nFire Alarm Circuits & Pathways\nSupervising Station Alarm systems\nFire Alarm systems –Inspection\, testing and maintenance\nFalse Alarm Prevention\nCircuit Testing & Lab\nEmergency Communication systems\n\nCost\n\nStandard Registration: $1\,425.00\nMembers receive 25% discount\n\nCancellation deadline is 15 business days prior to seminar. All cancellations received after deadline and/or no-shows will be billed and/or are non-refundable. IEC Chesapeake A&T has the right to cancel class if less than 12 students register. \nAbout the Instructor:\nBernie Grubb has worked in the fire alarm industry for over 15 years and is NICET Level III certified as well as certified to program Kidde (VS)\, Siemens Desigo\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FireLite\, and Bosch.  His resume includes large commercial install\, troubleshooting\, programming\, maintenance\, design\, project management\, and estimating with experience in  all the major brands; Edwards/Kidde\, Simplex\, Siemens\, Notifier\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FCI Gamewell\, Bosch\, and FireLite.  Additionally Mr. Grubb is knowledgeable in NFPA 70\, NFPA 72\, NFPA 101\, IBC codes and the UL certification processes for fire alarm systems. \n 
URL:https://www.iecchesapeake.com/event/48-hour-fire-alarm-class-laurel-2-2/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:IEC Chesapeake\, 8751 Freestate Drive\, Suite 250\, Laurel\, MD\, 20723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:NICET Level 1 Prep Course
DESCRIPTION:Virtual live class – Four days/two hours each evening\nMarch 9 – 12\, 2026\n5:00 PM – 7:00 PM \nEnrollment Period has ended. \nCourse will help prepare you for the NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Systems certification exam. This course will cover: \n\nNFPA 72 review of relevant chapters\nIntroduction to NFPA 70\nBasic electronics and OSHA\nHow to study for and take a test.\nReview of how to navigate code books\nTaking practice exams.\nHow to navigate the NICET website.\n\nStudents will need to purchase the NTC Red Book in order to take this class. The book is available at NTC Bookstore | National Training Center. (IECC does not sell this book.) Students may also find the Orange Book and Field Notes helpful. \nStudents will need their NFPA 70 2020 and NFPA 72 2022 during class. \n \n  \nCost\n\nStandard Registration: $500.00\nMembers receive 25% discount\n\nCancellation deadline is 14 business days prior to seminar. All cancellations received after deadline and/or no-shows will be billed and/or are non-refundable. IEC Chesapeake A&T has the right to cancel class if less than 7 students register. \nCourse will help prepare you for the NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Systems certification exam. This course will cover: \n\nNFPA 72 review of relevant chapters\nIntroduction to NFPA 70\nBasic electronics and OSHA\nHow to study for and take a test.\nReview of how to navigate code books\nTaking practice exams.\nHow to navigate the NICET website.\n\nStudents will need to purchase the NTC Red Book in order to take this class. The book is available at NTC Bookstore | National Training Center. (IECC does not sell this book.) Students may also find the Orange Book and Field Notes helpful. \nStudents will need their NFPA 70 2020 and NFPA 72 2022 during class. \nCost\n\nEarly Registration: $470.00\nStandard Registration: $500.00\nMembers receive 25% discount\n\nCancellation deadline is 14 business days prior to seminar. All cancellations received after deadline and/or no-shows will be billed and/or are non-refundable. IEC Chesapeake A&T has the right to cancel class if less than 7 students register. \nAbout the Instructor:\nBernie Grubb has worked in the fire alarm industry for over 15 years and is NICET Level III certified as well as certified to program Kidde (VS)\, Siemens Desigo\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FireLite\, and Bosch.  His resume includes large commercial install\, troubleshooting\, programming\, maintenance\, design\, project management\, and estimating with experience in  all the major brands; Edwards/Kidde\, Simplex\, Siemens\, Notifier\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FCI Gamewell\, Bosch\, and FireLite.  Additionally Mr. Grubb is knowledgeable in NFPA 70\, NFPA 72\, NFPA 101\, IBC codes and the UL certification processes for fire alarm systems.
URL:https://www.iecchesapeake.com/event/nicet-level-1-prep-course-4-2/2026-03-09/
LOCATION:Online\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:NICET Level 1 Prep Course
DESCRIPTION:Virtual live class – Four days/two hours each evening\nMarch 9 – 12\, 2026\n5:00 PM – 7:00 PM \nEnrollment Period has ended. \nCourse will help prepare you for the NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Systems certification exam. This course will cover: \n\nNFPA 72 review of relevant chapters\nIntroduction to NFPA 70\nBasic electronics and OSHA\nHow to study for and take a test.\nReview of how to navigate code books\nTaking practice exams.\nHow to navigate the NICET website.\n\nStudents will need to purchase the NTC Red Book in order to take this class. The book is available at NTC Bookstore | National Training Center. (IECC does not sell this book.) Students may also find the Orange Book and Field Notes helpful. \nStudents will need their NFPA 70 2020 and NFPA 72 2022 during class. \n \n  \nCost\n\nStandard Registration: $500.00\nMembers receive 25% discount\n\nCancellation deadline is 14 business days prior to seminar. All cancellations received after deadline and/or no-shows will be billed and/or are non-refundable. IEC Chesapeake A&T has the right to cancel class if less than 7 students register. \nCourse will help prepare you for the NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Systems certification exam. This course will cover: \n\nNFPA 72 review of relevant chapters\nIntroduction to NFPA 70\nBasic electronics and OSHA\nHow to study for and take a test.\nReview of how to navigate code books\nTaking practice exams.\nHow to navigate the NICET website.\n\nStudents will need to purchase the NTC Red Book in order to take this class. The book is available at NTC Bookstore | National Training Center. (IECC does not sell this book.) Students may also find the Orange Book and Field Notes helpful. \nStudents will need their NFPA 70 2020 and NFPA 72 2022 during class. \nCost\n\nEarly Registration: $470.00\nStandard Registration: $500.00\nMembers receive 25% discount\n\nCancellation deadline is 14 business days prior to seminar. All cancellations received after deadline and/or no-shows will be billed and/or are non-refundable. IEC Chesapeake A&T has the right to cancel class if less than 7 students register. \nAbout the Instructor:\nBernie Grubb has worked in the fire alarm industry for over 15 years and is NICET Level III certified as well as certified to program Kidde (VS)\, Siemens Desigo\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FireLite\, and Bosch.  His resume includes large commercial install\, troubleshooting\, programming\, maintenance\, design\, project management\, and estimating with experience in  all the major brands; Edwards/Kidde\, Simplex\, Siemens\, Notifier\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FCI Gamewell\, Bosch\, and FireLite.  Additionally Mr. Grubb is knowledgeable in NFPA 70\, NFPA 72\, NFPA 101\, IBC codes and the UL certification processes for fire alarm systems.
URL:https://www.iecchesapeake.com/event/nicet-level-1-prep-course-4-2/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Online\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:NICET Level 1 Prep Course
DESCRIPTION:Virtual live class – Four days/two hours each evening\nMarch 9 – 12\, 2026\n5:00 PM – 7:00 PM \nEnrollment Period has ended. \nCourse will help prepare you for the NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Systems certification exam. This course will cover: \n\nNFPA 72 review of relevant chapters\nIntroduction to NFPA 70\nBasic electronics and OSHA\nHow to study for and take a test.\nReview of how to navigate code books\nTaking practice exams.\nHow to navigate the NICET website.\n\nStudents will need to purchase the NTC Red Book in order to take this class. The book is available at NTC Bookstore | National Training Center. (IECC does not sell this book.) Students may also find the Orange Book and Field Notes helpful. \nStudents will need their NFPA 70 2020 and NFPA 72 2022 during class. \n \n  \nCost\n\nStandard Registration: $500.00\nMembers receive 25% discount\n\nCancellation deadline is 14 business days prior to seminar. All cancellations received after deadline and/or no-shows will be billed and/or are non-refundable. IEC Chesapeake A&T has the right to cancel class if less than 7 students register. \nCourse will help prepare you for the NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Systems certification exam. This course will cover: \n\nNFPA 72 review of relevant chapters\nIntroduction to NFPA 70\nBasic electronics and OSHA\nHow to study for and take a test.\nReview of how to navigate code books\nTaking practice exams.\nHow to navigate the NICET website.\n\nStudents will need to purchase the NTC Red Book in order to take this class. The book is available at NTC Bookstore | National Training Center. (IECC does not sell this book.) Students may also find the Orange Book and Field Notes helpful. \nStudents will need their NFPA 70 2020 and NFPA 72 2022 during class. \nCost\n\nEarly Registration: $470.00\nStandard Registration: $500.00\nMembers receive 25% discount\n\nCancellation deadline is 14 business days prior to seminar. All cancellations received after deadline and/or no-shows will be billed and/or are non-refundable. IEC Chesapeake A&T has the right to cancel class if less than 7 students register. \nAbout the Instructor:\nBernie Grubb has worked in the fire alarm industry for over 15 years and is NICET Level III certified as well as certified to program Kidde (VS)\, Siemens Desigo\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FireLite\, and Bosch.  His resume includes large commercial install\, troubleshooting\, programming\, maintenance\, design\, project management\, and estimating with experience in  all the major brands; Edwards/Kidde\, Simplex\, Siemens\, Notifier\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FCI Gamewell\, Bosch\, and FireLite.  Additionally Mr. Grubb is knowledgeable in NFPA 70\, NFPA 72\, NFPA 101\, IBC codes and the UL certification processes for fire alarm systems.
URL:https://www.iecchesapeake.com/event/nicet-level-1-prep-course-4-2/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Online\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:NICET Level 1 Prep Course
DESCRIPTION:Virtual live class – Four days/two hours each evening\nMarch 9 – 12\, 2026\n5:00 PM – 7:00 PM \nEnrollment Period has ended. \nCourse will help prepare you for the NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Systems certification exam. This course will cover: \n\nNFPA 72 review of relevant chapters\nIntroduction to NFPA 70\nBasic electronics and OSHA\nHow to study for and take a test.\nReview of how to navigate code books\nTaking practice exams.\nHow to navigate the NICET website.\n\nStudents will need to purchase the NTC Red Book in order to take this class. The book is available at NTC Bookstore | National Training Center. (IECC does not sell this book.) Students may also find the Orange Book and Field Notes helpful. \nStudents will need their NFPA 70 2020 and NFPA 72 2022 during class. \n \n  \nCost\n\nStandard Registration: $500.00\nMembers receive 25% discount\n\nCancellation deadline is 14 business days prior to seminar. All cancellations received after deadline and/or no-shows will be billed and/or are non-refundable. IEC Chesapeake A&T has the right to cancel class if less than 7 students register. \nCourse will help prepare you for the NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Systems certification exam. This course will cover: \n\nNFPA 72 review of relevant chapters\nIntroduction to NFPA 70\nBasic electronics and OSHA\nHow to study for and take a test.\nReview of how to navigate code books\nTaking practice exams.\nHow to navigate the NICET website.\n\nStudents will need to purchase the NTC Red Book in order to take this class. The book is available at NTC Bookstore | National Training Center. (IECC does not sell this book.) Students may also find the Orange Book and Field Notes helpful. \nStudents will need their NFPA 70 2020 and NFPA 72 2022 during class. \nCost\n\nEarly Registration: $470.00\nStandard Registration: $500.00\nMembers receive 25% discount\n\nCancellation deadline is 14 business days prior to seminar. All cancellations received after deadline and/or no-shows will be billed and/or are non-refundable. IEC Chesapeake A&T has the right to cancel class if less than 7 students register. \nAbout the Instructor:\nBernie Grubb has worked in the fire alarm industry for over 15 years and is NICET Level III certified as well as certified to program Kidde (VS)\, Siemens Desigo\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FireLite\, and Bosch.  His resume includes large commercial install\, troubleshooting\, programming\, maintenance\, design\, project management\, and estimating with experience in  all the major brands; Edwards/Kidde\, Simplex\, Siemens\, Notifier\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FCI Gamewell\, Bosch\, and FireLite.  Additionally Mr. Grubb is knowledgeable in NFPA 70\, NFPA 72\, NFPA 101\, IBC codes and the UL certification processes for fire alarm systems.
URL:https://www.iecchesapeake.com/event/nicet-level-1-prep-course-4-2/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:Online\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T154343
CREATED:20251119T153518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T190000Z
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SUMMARY:48 Hour Fire Alarm Class - Laurel/Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:A 48 hour course that provides hands-on training.\nMarch 7 – May 2\, 2026\nSaturdays 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n(Excluding April 4)\nThis is a hybrid class\, some days will be held virtually with lab days held at the Laurel facility.\nFirst class will be held in person. \nLaurel\, MD \nEnrollment period has ended. \nIEC National Fire Alarm Systems Curriculum.  This Course is based on the Requirements specified in NFPA’s National Fire Alarm Code (2022)– NFPA 72. \nThis unique and informative course will provide qualified journeyman electricians with the knowledge necessary to work on fire alarm systems. The ESTS Fire Alarm I Course is designed for experienced electricians\, such as those specializing in fire alarm systems and limited energy. Taking the course in conjunction with NFPA 72 (2022) will help prepare installers to sit for NICET certification. \n \nStudents will need to bring The NFPA 72 (2022) and Hand Tools for Meter to Circuit Testing & Lab Sessions. \nCourse Topics \n\nBasic functions of Fire Alarm systems\nTypes of Fire Alarm systems\nFire Alarm Control Systems\nFire Alarm Control Units\nInitiation Devices\nNotification Devices\nFire Alarm Circuits & Pathways\nSupervising Station Alarm systems\nFire Alarm systems –Inspection\, testing and maintenance\nFalse Alarm Prevention\nCircuit Testing & Lab\nEmergency Communication systems\n\nCost\n\nStandard Registration: $1\,425.00\nMembers receive 25% discount\n\nCancellation deadline is 15 business days prior to seminar. All cancellations received after deadline and/or no-shows will be billed and/or are non-refundable. IEC Chesapeake A&T has the right to cancel class if less than 12 students register. \nAbout the Instructor:\nBernie Grubb has worked in the fire alarm industry for over 15 years and is NICET Level III certified as well as certified to program Kidde (VS)\, Siemens Desigo\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FireLite\, and Bosch.  His resume includes large commercial install\, troubleshooting\, programming\, maintenance\, design\, project management\, and estimating with experience in  all the major brands; Edwards/Kidde\, Simplex\, Siemens\, Notifier\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FCI Gamewell\, Bosch\, and FireLite.  Additionally Mr. Grubb is knowledgeable in NFPA 70\, NFPA 72\, NFPA 101\, IBC codes and the UL certification processes for fire alarm systems. \n 
URL:https://www.iecchesapeake.com/event/48-hour-fire-alarm-class-laurel-2-2/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:IEC Chesapeake\, 8751 Freestate Drive\, Suite 250\, Laurel\, MD\, 20723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T154343
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SUMMARY:48 Hour Fire Alarm Class - Laurel/Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:A 48 hour course that provides hands-on training.\nMarch 7 – May 2\, 2026\nSaturdays 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n(Excluding April 4)\nThis is a hybrid class\, some days will be held virtually with lab days held at the Laurel facility.\nFirst class will be held in person. \nLaurel\, MD \nEnrollment period has ended. \nIEC National Fire Alarm Systems Curriculum.  This Course is based on the Requirements specified in NFPA’s National Fire Alarm Code (2022)– NFPA 72. \nThis unique and informative course will provide qualified journeyman electricians with the knowledge necessary to work on fire alarm systems. The ESTS Fire Alarm I Course is designed for experienced electricians\, such as those specializing in fire alarm systems and limited energy. Taking the course in conjunction with NFPA 72 (2022) will help prepare installers to sit for NICET certification. \n \nStudents will need to bring The NFPA 72 (2022) and Hand Tools for Meter to Circuit Testing & Lab Sessions. \nCourse Topics \n\nBasic functions of Fire Alarm systems\nTypes of Fire Alarm systems\nFire Alarm Control Systems\nFire Alarm Control Units\nInitiation Devices\nNotification Devices\nFire Alarm Circuits & Pathways\nSupervising Station Alarm systems\nFire Alarm systems –Inspection\, testing and maintenance\nFalse Alarm Prevention\nCircuit Testing & Lab\nEmergency Communication systems\n\nCost\n\nStandard Registration: $1\,425.00\nMembers receive 25% discount\n\nCancellation deadline is 15 business days prior to seminar. All cancellations received after deadline and/or no-shows will be billed and/or are non-refundable. IEC Chesapeake A&T has the right to cancel class if less than 12 students register. \nAbout the Instructor:\nBernie Grubb has worked in the fire alarm industry for over 15 years and is NICET Level III certified as well as certified to program Kidde (VS)\, Siemens Desigo\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FireLite\, and Bosch.  His resume includes large commercial install\, troubleshooting\, programming\, maintenance\, design\, project management\, and estimating with experience in  all the major brands; Edwards/Kidde\, Simplex\, Siemens\, Notifier\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FCI Gamewell\, Bosch\, and FireLite.  Additionally Mr. Grubb is knowledgeable in NFPA 70\, NFPA 72\, NFPA 101\, IBC codes and the UL certification processes for fire alarm systems. \n 
URL:https://www.iecchesapeake.com/event/48-hour-fire-alarm-class-laurel-2-2/2026-03-21/
LOCATION:IEC Chesapeake\, 8751 Freestate Drive\, Suite 250\, Laurel\, MD\, 20723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T154343
CREATED:20251119T153518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T190000Z
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SUMMARY:48 Hour Fire Alarm Class - Laurel/Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:A 48 hour course that provides hands-on training.\nMarch 7 – May 2\, 2026\nSaturdays 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n(Excluding April 4)\nThis is a hybrid class\, some days will be held virtually with lab days held at the Laurel facility.\nFirst class will be held in person. \nLaurel\, MD \nEnrollment period has ended. \nIEC National Fire Alarm Systems Curriculum.  This Course is based on the Requirements specified in NFPA’s National Fire Alarm Code (2022)– NFPA 72. \nThis unique and informative course will provide qualified journeyman electricians with the knowledge necessary to work on fire alarm systems. The ESTS Fire Alarm I Course is designed for experienced electricians\, such as those specializing in fire alarm systems and limited energy. Taking the course in conjunction with NFPA 72 (2022) will help prepare installers to sit for NICET certification. \n \nStudents will need to bring The NFPA 72 (2022) and Hand Tools for Meter to Circuit Testing & Lab Sessions. \nCourse Topics \n\nBasic functions of Fire Alarm systems\nTypes of Fire Alarm systems\nFire Alarm Control Systems\nFire Alarm Control Units\nInitiation Devices\nNotification Devices\nFire Alarm Circuits & Pathways\nSupervising Station Alarm systems\nFire Alarm systems –Inspection\, testing and maintenance\nFalse Alarm Prevention\nCircuit Testing & Lab\nEmergency Communication systems\n\nCost\n\nStandard Registration: $1\,425.00\nMembers receive 25% discount\n\nCancellation deadline is 15 business days prior to seminar. All cancellations received after deadline and/or no-shows will be billed and/or are non-refundable. IEC Chesapeake A&T has the right to cancel class if less than 12 students register. \nAbout the Instructor:\nBernie Grubb has worked in the fire alarm industry for over 15 years and is NICET Level III certified as well as certified to program Kidde (VS)\, Siemens Desigo\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FireLite\, and Bosch.  His resume includes large commercial install\, troubleshooting\, programming\, maintenance\, design\, project management\, and estimating with experience in  all the major brands; Edwards/Kidde\, Simplex\, Siemens\, Notifier\, Silent Knight/Farenhyt\, FCI Gamewell\, Bosch\, and FireLite.  Additionally Mr. Grubb is knowledgeable in NFPA 70\, NFPA 72\, NFPA 101\, IBC codes and the UL certification processes for fire alarm systems. \n 
URL:https://www.iecchesapeake.com/event/48-hour-fire-alarm-class-laurel-2-2/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:IEC Chesapeake\, 8751 Freestate Drive\, Suite 250\, Laurel\, MD\, 20723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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