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Home Inspection/ Continuing Education/ Connecticut Home Inspection CE/ Electrical Basics in CT - Panels, Wiring & Defects
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Electrical Basics in CT - Panels, Wiring & Defects

$39
This product includes:
LICENSE RENEWAL PERIOD: General: 3 Laws & Regulations: 0 Total Hours: 3
Description
State Requirements

In this three-hour course, home inspectors will learn to recognize and evaluate common residential electrical system components, with special attention to Connecticut-specific practices and safety concerns. The course introduces types of wiring and conductors, explores frequently encountered safety hazards, and explains how to assess breakers, fuse panels, multi-wire branch circuits (MWBCs), and split bus panels. Through real-world examples and regulatory context, learners will gain the foundational knowledge necessary to identify and communicate electrical issues during home inspections.

Course Highlights:

  • Identify common types of residential wiring and conductors used in Connecticut homes.
  • Recognize unsafe or outdated electrical components, including fuse panels, MWBCs, and split bus panels.
  • Recall the typical safety hazards associated with electrical breakers, panels, and receptacles.
  • Explain the function and inspection criteria for commonly used electrical panels and breakers.
  • Differentiate between code-compliant and non-compliant electrical installations.
  • Understand the role of proper wiring and breaker compatibility in preventing electrical hazards.
  • Identify the Connecticut-specific requirements for inspecting residential electrical systems.
  • Determine which electrical elements are excluded from the inspection scope under Connecticut regulations.
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State Requirements For Connecticut

Home Inspection License Expiration: 6/30 every two years (odd)

Hours Required by the State: 20 hours (including 3 hours in current home inspection legislation, licensing laws and regulations) every two years (odd)

Reporting: This state requires course completions to be reported to the state. We will report your course to the state upon completion.

Expiration Date of Course: Course expiration dates vary by course. Each individual course will have an expiration date listed in your account. See Terms & Conditions for more details.

Certificates: Immediately upon course completions, AHIT will provide students with an electronic copy of the course certificate of completion. Certificates will remain in your account for a minimum of five years, should you need additional copies at a later time. Please refer to your application to determine if you need to submit your certificate(s) of completion. Course completion dates are recorded using Central Standard Time. Please note that the date on your certificate of completion will reflect this.