Air Conditioning

The National Electrical Code and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning have some shared roles for both electricians and HVAC Installers and technicians. There are some specific categories in the NEC that are applied to HVAC and making calculations for circuits and wire sizing for HVAC appliances. Article 440 does not cover such household appliances as room air-conditioners, household refrigerators and freezers, drinking water coolers, or beverage dispensing machines, because these are appliances and must comply with Article 422.  Article 440 requires you to locate the disconnecting means within sight of, and readily accessible from, the air-conditioning or refrigerating equipment.

Article 230 - Services

SWIS WANTS YOU TO BRING YOUR TEAM! This class is developed especially for HELPERS & JOURNEYMEN.

Article 422 - Appliances

SWIS WANTS YOU TO BRING YOUR TEAM!!! 422.1:  This article covers electrical appliances used in any occupancy.

CEU - Connecticut/Westchester

THIS IS A 2022 MAKE UP CLASS FOR THOSE WHO MISSED THE JUNE 30, 2022 CEU DEADLINE. Fulfill your required four hour CEU’s to renew your Connecticut E1 and/or E2 Electrical License and your Westchester County Electrical License in one day!CONNECTICUT CEU with Sal Cenatiempo of Continuing Electrical Needs Association LLCWESTCHESTER CEU with Frank Farina of SWISRegistrants are required to bring a calculator and 2014 Code Book to class.  NOTE: An electronic version of the 2014 Code Book is acceptable provided it is viewed on an iPad, notebook or laptop only.  Cell phone viewing is not an acceptable device.

• All License Holders must show required MANDATORY IDENTIFICATION:
  • ALL ACTIVE license holders will have to show their current license and another ID.
  • ALL SHELVED license holders will have to show two ID's - one will have to be a photo ID.

• Anyone not providing the mandatory identification documents will not be permitted to attend the class.

CEU - Putnam County

Beginning in 2019, Putnam County is requiring Continuing Education.  All Putnam County master electricians will be required to show proof of having taken continuing education in order to renew their electrical license. Electrical journeymen will be required to show proof of having taken continuing education EACH YEAR prior to their renewal term. Putnam County License Holders must show required MANDATORY IDENTIFICATION:

• ALL ACTIVE license holders will have to show their current license and another ID.
• ALL SHELVED license holders will have to show two ID's - one will have to be a photo ID.

CEU - Suffolk County

This class earns EIGHT CEU hours required for Suffolk County Electrical License renewal. This class is presented in TWO 4-HOUR SESSIONS

• Monday, October 24, 2022 beginning at 4:00 pm

• Wednesday, October 26, 2022 beginning at 4:00 pm

CEU - Ulster County

This class earns SIX CEU hours required for Ulster County Electrical License renewal. This class is presented in TWO SESSIONS YOU MUST ATTEND BOTH SESSIONS TO RECEIVE YOUR SIX HOURS of Continuing Education for Ulster County Electrical License Renewal. BRING YOUR 2017 NEC CODE BOOK WITH YOU TO CLASS!

CEU - Westchester and other jurisdictions

Classes offered IN PERSON & ONLINE.  Be sure to select the one that works best for you. Now offering ONE SESSION for Multiple License Holders. We can provide all your requirements the same day!  First 4 hours will be Westchester requirements for Electrical License holders and after a break we will continue with remaining CEU hours to meet ALL other requirements. License Holders must show required MANDATORY IDENTIFICATION:

• ALL ACTIVE license holders will have to show their current license and another ID.
• ALL SHELVED license holders will have to show two ID's - one will have to be a photo ID.

CEU – Connecticut

Fulfill your required four hour CEU’s to renew your Connecticut E1 and/or E2 Electrical License Registrants are required to have a calculator and 2017 NFPA Code Book during class and a functioning calculator.

• NOTE: An electronic version of the 2017 NFPA Code Book is acceptable provided it is viewed on an iPad, notebook or laptop only. Cell phone viewing is not an acceptable device.

CEU – New Jersey

Continuing Education Requirements:  Electrical Contractors:  34 hours - 9 relating to most recent NEC; 1 hour on state statutes and rules; 24 hours covering installation, repair or alteration of electrical equipment for generation, transmission of electrical energy and business practices.  Job Safety practices, supervisory responsibilities required by NJ and other topics relevant to electrical contracting.

CEU – New York City

In partnership with ETC8 Hour Master & Special Electrician RenewalNew York City has Mandated Continuing Education for all Electrical License Holders; this includes ACTIVE AND/OR SHELVED.You will be required to present your Electrical License and your Driver's License.

CEU – Orange County

All Class B and Class C licenses issued must be renewed annually on or before the date of expiration.  Each application for renewal of a license must be accompanied by proof that the individual has successfully completed a refresher course on changes to the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and the current National Electrical Code version adopted by New York State.Failure of a licensed Master Electrician to renew such license after fifteen days of the expiration date shall result in a penalty of $50.00.  If renewal is not received within thirty days from the expiration date, it shall result in revocation of the license unless, upon good cause shown, an additional thirty day extension by the Board.

CEU – Rockland County

IMPORTANT: This is the last Rockland CEU class to be offered by SWIS in 2022.

• Monday, October 24, 2022 beginning at 4:00 pm

• Wednesday, October 26, 2022 beginning at 4:00 pm

• YOU MUST ATTEND BOTH SESSIONS TO RECEIVE YOUR EIGHT HOURS of Continuing Education for Rockland County Electrical License Renewal.

CEU – Westchester County

Fulfill your required four hour CEU’s to renew your Westchester County Electrical License.

• Westchester County License Holders must show required MANDATORY IDENTIFICATION:
  • ALL ACTIVE license holders will have to show their current license and another ID.
  • ALL SHELVED license holders will have to show two ID's - one will have to be a photo ID.

CEU Connecticut followed by other jurisdictions afterward

IMPORTANT NOTICE:  Beginning 2022 NEW DEADLINE to complete CONNECTICUT continuing education requirements is JUNE 30 OF EACH YEAR.

• NOTE: An electronic version of the 2017 NFPA Code Book is acceptable provided it is viewed on an iPad, notebook or laptop only. Cell phone viewing is not an acceptable device.
• Participants are NOT permitted to use cell phones for this class because of the limited screen sizes. Only desktop, laptop and computer notebooks or tablets are permitted.

Con Edison Blue Book Simplified

• Have you failed a Con Edison service inspection in the past year even though it was NEC compliant and passed by an electrical inspector?
• Do you know how far the service cable assembly can be horizontally from insulator attached to the structure in an overhead installation?
• Have you seen the new requirement for temporary services, underground services and metering?

Conductor Sizing

The National Electrical Code requirements for conductor sizing and overcurrent protection will be covered in this 3 hour class.  Do you know how to size an equipment ground conductor verses a grounding electrode conductor?  What are the requirements for conductor ampacity and ambient temperature?  Below is a list of the areas that we will cover:

1. Continuous loads:
2. Terminal temperature ratings
3. Conductor insulation
4. Conductor ampacity
5. Conductor bundling
6. Ambient temperature
7. Special application

Electrical Estimating

Your estimate is the FOUNDATION of most construction projects. In this course, you will be GUIDED THROUGH the various phases of the bidding process including:

• Takeoff
• Estimating
• and Bidding

• generate material lists
• apply pricing and labor units to the material list
• identify and correct common estimating mistakes
• and understand the importance of establishing the project's cost.

Electrical Test Prep

BEFORE registering for this class, you should be PRE-APPROVED BY THE LICENSING BOARD to take the exam.  Part of the success of this training is that you complete the class and take the exam immediately or very soon thereafter. Be prepared to take your Master Electricians Test!  This is a 14 Week college level course that will prepare you for your Master Electricians Exam in Westchester, Putnam, Rockland, Orange Counties, counties throughout New York and the State of Connecticut.   This course requires 12 to 15 hours of homework and 3 to 6 hours a week of classroom instruction.  Students must have the required 7½ years work experience in order to take the exam. You must apply to The Westchester County Licensing Board to take the Westchester County exam.

Electrical Test Prep (NYC) – Practical

Prerequisite: Students must have already passed the written test (License Theory Exam) This course will prepare you to take the NEW YORK CITY Master's Electrician PRACTICAL License Exam!  Class meets once per week on Tuesdays from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Offered in collaboration with Electrical Training Course

Electrical Test Prep (NYC) – Theory

Be prepared to take the NEW YORK CITY Master's Electrician License Exam!  This is a 6 month course that will prepare you for your NEW YORK CITY Master Electricians Exam.   Class meets each Tuesday from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Practical (Hands-On) to start several weeks after course completion after all students have taken exam. Offered in collaboration with Electrical Training Course.

Electrical Test Prep Refresher

Be prepared to take your Master Electricians Test! This 3 week course will take you through, step-by-step, in Motors, Load Calculations, Box Fill, Pipe Fill, Transformers and Over-Current Protection. We have found that most students can find the information when taking an exam, but are not comfortable with calculations. This class is designed for those who have registered to take the Westchester County Exam and will also help anyone taking the Connecticut Exam, Orange County Exam, Putnam County Exam or the Rockland County Exam. Here is your chance to "BE PREPARED" for your exam. Seating is limited to only 20 students. Don't miss out on this opportunity, please register early!!

Grounding & Bonding AND MORE

The importance of bonding and grounding in commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings cannot be overstated. The grounded circuits of machines need to have an effective return path from the machines to the power source in order to function properly. In addition, non-current-carrying metallic components in a facility, such as equipment cabinets, enclosures, and structural steel, need to be electrically interconnected so voltage potential cannot exist between them.

Journeyman Test Prep

Be prepared to take your Journeyman Test! All helpers looking to become a Journeyman, after five years, are required to test. This class meets for eight 3 hour sessions and will prepare you for your  Journeyman Test. This course requires 3 hours a week of classroom instruction as well as homework. Students must have the required work experience in order to take the exam. You must apply to the Putnam County or State of Connecticut Licensing Board to take the exam.

Pipe Bending Class

JOIN US FOR THIS TWO HOUR PIPE BENDING CLASS.  We will take you through offsets, 3 point saddles, box sets and proper use of benders and hicky’s along with a PowerPoint presentation on Chapter 9, Articles 314 and 358. We will focus on:  

• Raceway Fill
• Sizing Raceways
• Supporting Raceways
• Box Fill

Pools

Dive into summer for a 2 hour class on Swimming Pools.

Residential Dwellings 1 & 2 - Covers Multiple CEUs

This will cover wiring fundamentals of house wiring of 1 & 2 Family Dwellings. Qualifies for the following CEU Certificates. SUFFOLK County, 4 Hour Certificate WESTCHESTER County, 4 Hour Certificate PUTNAM County, 4 Hour Certificate ORANGE County, 4 Hour Certificate

Smart Technology

HERE'S GREAT NEWS Lutron Caseta representative will be joining us for this class and is making it BIGGER & BETTER!!! BONUS SPECIAL OFFER: The first 25 who sign up after this class for their CONTRACTOR PRO PROGRAM and purchase a Lutron Bridge will receive a LUTRON CASETA STARTER KIT valued at $200!!! Your Electrical training is NEVER DONE! Learn about current innovations and advancements in smart technology particularly as it relates to light control. NOTE:  This class has been rescheduled (from March 25th) to APRIL 1, 2021.

Triple Play

Come to SWIS for your SPRING TRAINING in Swimming Pools, Air Conditioning and Conductor Sizing classes!  Let Frank, Fred and Chris get you ready for the summer! PRESENTED IN THREE 2-HOUR SESSIONS: SWIMMING POOLS (Fred Morello) - Bonding requirements, GFCI protection, Wiring methods, Feeder and branch circuit requirements AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION EQUIPMENT (Frank Farina) - Name plate requirements, Markings, Ampacity ratings, Disconnecting means, Branch circuit requirements and protection SIZING BRANCH CIRCUITS, FEEDERS & SERVICES (Chris Farina) - Branch circuit loads, Dwelling occupancy loads, Feeder and service load calculations

Understanding the NEC

DOUBLE HEADER

• ARTICLE 300 - General requirements for wiring methods and materials

• CALCULATIONS - Commercial load calculations, Ampacity adjustments