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SUMMARY:NCSCB  Written Test Prep
DESCRIPTION:An in-person Review Seminar (Lunch included) \nDate: October 28\, 2026 \nTime: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nLocation: IEC Chesapeake\n8751 Freestate Dr. Suite 250\nLaurel\, MD 20723 \nREGISTER\n  \n \nNCSCB certification program is designed to assure utilities\, contractors & customers that personnel handling medium voltage cables & components are properly trained. \nThe Written Test Preparation is designed to prepare students to sit for the NSCSB’s written examination. \nStudents will review the following to prepare for testing: \n\nElectrical Theory\nGrounding\nBasic Math Principles\nSafety\nCable Properties\nCable Preparation\nSplices\, Terminations\, & Materials\nDiagrams & Drawings\nTools & Equipment\nManagement of Cable Splicing & Termination Tasks\n\nCost\n\nStandard Registration: $800.00\nMember Registration: $600.00\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 15 students register.
URL:https://www.iecchesapeake.com/event/ncscb-written-test-prep/
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- Virtual
DESCRIPTION: Virtual live class – Four days/three hours each evening\nNovember 9th -12th\, 2026 \n5:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nRegister for Class\n \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 \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. \nAbout the Instructor:\nBernie Grubb has worked in the fire alarm industry for over 20 years and is NICET Level IV 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-virtual-2/
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:20261110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260724T192412Z
CREATED:20260724T165425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T192412Z
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SUMMARY:NICET Level 1 Prep Course- Virtual
DESCRIPTION: Virtual live class – Four days/three hours each evening\nNovember 9th -12th\, 2026 \n5:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nRegister for Class\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\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 20 years and is NICET Level IV 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-virtual/2026-11-10/
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- Virtual
DESCRIPTION: Virtual live class – Four days/three hours each evening\nNovember 9th -12th\, 2026 \n5:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nRegister for Class\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\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 20 years and is NICET Level IV 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-virtual/2026-11-11/
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:20261112T200000
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CREATED:20260724T165425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T192412Z
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SUMMARY:NICET Level 1 Prep Course- Virtual
DESCRIPTION: Virtual live class – Four days/three hours each evening\nNovember 9th -12th\, 2026 \n5:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nRegister for Class\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\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 20 years and is NICET Level IV 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-virtual/2026-11-12/
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:20270109T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270109T140000
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SUMMARY:48 Hour Fire Alarm Class - Laurel/Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:A 48-hour course that provides hands-on training\nJanuary 9th – February 27\, 2027\nSaturdays 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM\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 \nREGISTER HERE\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. \nUpload Video Here \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. \nREGISTER HERE\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-hybrid/2027-01-09/
LOCATION:IEC Chesapeake\, 8751 Freestate Drive\, Suite 250\, Laurel\, MD\, 20723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270116T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260901T145856Z
CREATED:20260831T172744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T145856Z
UID:10004451-1800082800-1800108000@www.iecchesapeake.com
SUMMARY:48 Hour Fire Alarm Class - Laurel/Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:A 48-hour course that provides hands-on training\nJanuary 9th – February 27\, 2027\nSaturdays 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM\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 \nREGISTER HERE\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. \nUpload Video Here \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. \nREGISTER HERE\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-hybrid/2027-01-16/
LOCATION:IEC Chesapeake\, 8751 Freestate Drive\, Suite 250\, Laurel\, MD\, 20723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270123T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270123T140000
DTSTAMP:20260901T145856Z
CREATED:20260831T172744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T145856Z
UID:10004452-1800687600-1800712800@www.iecchesapeake.com
SUMMARY:48 Hour Fire Alarm Class - Laurel/Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:A 48-hour course that provides hands-on training\nJanuary 9th – February 27\, 2027\nSaturdays 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM\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 \nREGISTER HERE\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. \nUpload Video Here \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. \nREGISTER HERE\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-hybrid/2027-01-23/
LOCATION:IEC Chesapeake\, 8751 Freestate Drive\, Suite 250\, Laurel\, MD\, 20723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270130T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270130T140000
DTSTAMP:20260901T145856Z
CREATED:20260831T172744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T145856Z
UID:10004453-1801292400-1801317600@www.iecchesapeake.com
SUMMARY:48 Hour Fire Alarm Class - Laurel/Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:A 48-hour course that provides hands-on training\nJanuary 9th – February 27\, 2027\nSaturdays 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM\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 \nREGISTER HERE\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. \nUpload Video Here \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. \nREGISTER HERE\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-hybrid/2027-01-30/
LOCATION:IEC Chesapeake\, 8751 Freestate Drive\, Suite 250\, Laurel\, MD\, 20723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270206T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260901T145856Z
CREATED:20260831T172744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T145856Z
UID:10004454-1801897200-1801922400@www.iecchesapeake.com
SUMMARY:48 Hour Fire Alarm Class - Laurel/Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:A 48-hour course that provides hands-on training\nJanuary 9th – February 27\, 2027\nSaturdays 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM\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 \nREGISTER HERE\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. \nUpload Video Here \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. \nREGISTER HERE\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-hybrid/2027-02-06/
LOCATION:IEC Chesapeake\, 8751 Freestate Drive\, Suite 250\, Laurel\, MD\, 20723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270213T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260901T145856Z
CREATED:20260831T172744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T145856Z
UID:10004455-1802502000-1802527200@www.iecchesapeake.com
SUMMARY:48 Hour Fire Alarm Class - Laurel/Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:A 48-hour course that provides hands-on training\nJanuary 9th – February 27\, 2027\nSaturdays 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM\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 \nREGISTER HERE\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. \nUpload Video Here \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. \nREGISTER HERE\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-hybrid/2027-02-13/
LOCATION:IEC Chesapeake\, 8751 Freestate Drive\, Suite 250\, Laurel\, MD\, 20723\, United States
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UID:10004456-1803106800-1803132000@www.iecchesapeake.com
SUMMARY:48 Hour Fire Alarm Class - Laurel/Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:A 48-hour course that provides hands-on training\nJanuary 9th – February 27\, 2027\nSaturdays 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM\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 \nREGISTER HERE\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. \nUpload Video Here \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. \nREGISTER HERE\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-hybrid/2027-02-20/
LOCATION:IEC Chesapeake\, 8751 Freestate Drive\, Suite 250\, Laurel\, MD\, 20723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270227T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270227T140000
DTSTAMP:20260901T145856Z
CREATED:20260831T172744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T145856Z
UID:10004457-1803711600-1803736800@www.iecchesapeake.com
SUMMARY:48 Hour Fire Alarm Class - Laurel/Hybrid
DESCRIPTION:A 48-hour course that provides hands-on training\nJanuary 9th – February 27\, 2027\nSaturdays 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM\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 \nREGISTER HERE\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. \nUpload Video Here \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. \nREGISTER HERE\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-hybrid/2027-02-27/
LOCATION:IEC Chesapeake\, 8751 Freestate Drive\, Suite 250\, Laurel\, MD\, 20723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270421T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270421T193000
DTSTAMP:20260901T145738Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Article 250 for Systems 1000V and Below
DESCRIPTION:In Person- 1 Day/5 Hrs. \nGrounding & Bonding-Understanding Article 250 for Systems 1000V and Below: \nApril 21\, 2027\n2:00 PM- 7:30 PM \nREGISTER HERE\nThis class is a review of the important elements of Article 250 for AC systems below 1000V.  It includes a discussion on the fundamentals that make up Article 250 in addition to the code language itself. \n\nElectrical theory and definitions\nObjectionable current\nEquipment connections\nInstallation of grounding electrodes\nService Raceways\nEquipment grounding conductors\nReceptacle connections\nBox/enclosure connections\n\nStudents will need to bring their 2023 NEC.  This class is approved for the following CEUs: \n\nMD- 5 Hrs\nNC- 4 Hrs – Pending approval\nNJ- 5 Hrs\nDE- 5 Hrs – Pending approval\n\nCost:\nStandard Registration $250.00\nMembers receive a 25% discount\nLight refreshments provided \nREGISTER HERE\nABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR \nScott Harding is a Master Electrician\, President / CEO of F.B. Harding\, Inc\, and a member of the NEC Code making panel No. 5 (Grounding).  Scott is a dynamic instructor and receives rave reviews for all of his classes.
URL:https://www.iecchesapeake.com/event/understanding-article-250-for-systems-1000v-and-below-2/
LOCATION:IEC Chesapeake\, 8751 Freestate Drive\, Suite 250\, Laurel\, MD\, 20723\, United States
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