Friday, March 27 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
In - Person @ Limelight Hotel - Bear Creek 2nd Floor | Boulder, Colorado
Earn 7 Professional Development Hours (PDH)
Struggling with grounding on bare rock, pure clay, or desert sand?
The NEC requires systems to be effectively grounded, but "effective" is often misunderstood because soil resistance is rarely tested. This workshop bridges the gap between electrical engineering and soil mechanics.
Workshop Highlights
- The 7 NEC approved methods (and the 3 forbidden ones).
- Hands-on explanation of 3-point soil resistance testing.
- Grounding on bare rock and mountain tops.
- Navigating NFPA 70E vs. NFPA 780 for lightning protection.
Registration Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| IEEE Member | $200 |
| Non-IEEE Member | $300 |
| IEEE Life / Student Member | $60 |
| Non-IEEE Student | $100 |
About the Speaker: James Mercier, P.E.
James is an IEEE Life Senior Member and Texas-licensed Master Electrician. As a Civil Engineer with a retired IBEW background, he provides a unique interdisciplinary look at how concrete, soil, and grounding interact.
Organized by IEEE Central Texas Section