Paul W. Abernathy

Master The NEC - PODCAST

Listen as Nationally Recognized Electrical Code Experts interpret and explain in technical detail the various chapters, sections, parts, and line items of the National Electrical Code. If you struggle with technical jargon then follow me and consider joining our Fast Trax® Family. We have introduced (2) new affordable NEC Learning Programs to teach you the National Electrical Code. Visit our website at https://fasttraxsystem.com for more details. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support .

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Paul W. Abernathy

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Education

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fasttraxsystem.com

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

2020 NEC Code Change- Receptacles in Meeting Rooms 210.65 21.09.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy from Electrical Code Academy, Inc. talks about the changes to meeting rooms receptacles first introduced in the 2017 National Electrical Code and now updated and clarified in the 2020 National Electrical Code. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover...

2020 NEC Changes - Article 225 Outside Branch and Feeder Circuits 14.09.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy talks about the changes to Article 225 in the 2020 National Electrical Code. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the nation’s most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuine...

2020 NEC Changes - Article 230 -Services 14.09.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy talks about the various changes to Article 230 of the 2020 National Electrical Code. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the nation’s most down-to-earth NEC expert who...

2017 NEC - Explaining 300.22(A) - (D) 07.09.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy explains the wiring methods permitted in and when they are permitted within fabricated ducts or environmental air space locations being utilized as a duct or plenum. Sit back and enjoy the RIDE! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real diffe...

2017 NEC - Continuous Loads Explained (Maybe) 02.09.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy explains continuous loads for conductors and overcurrent devices. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the nation’s most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely cares ab...

NEC Calculations - Maximum Number of Receptacles per Branch Circuit 01.09.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy explains the basics behind the number of receptacles (in commercial applications) are permitted per branch circuit. Paul also talks continuous loads and things to consider as well when doing these basic electrical calculations under the National Electrical Code. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . S...

2017 NEC - Residential Calculations (Steps for Optional Method) 01.09.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy talks about the methods and steps to simplify the optional calculation methods for those taking an electrical exam or in the real world. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn...

2017 NEC- Residential Calculations (Steps for Standard Method) 01.09.2019

Listen as Paul explains how to break the load calculations for a single family dwelling down into a simple to understanding format for exam prep and real life. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn f...

2020 NEC Changes - Section 210.8(A) through (F) Explained 31.08.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy, member of NFPA Code Panel(s) #5 and #17, talk about the significant changes to section 210.8 for Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupters within the 2020 National Electrical Code. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical C...

Q & A Session- Facebook Master The NEC Exam Prep Forum 27.08.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy, our founder, answers some of the recent questions posted on our facebook page Master The NEC Exam Prep forum. Listen to the end for a special announcement and COUPON! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Ac...

Bonding Other Metal Piping & the CSST Debate 24.08.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy talks about bonding other metal piping in a building, such as gas piping and his opinion on the concept of "likely" to become energized as well as who is responsible for the CSST bonding mandated by the manufacturers of the CSST products. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the Natio...

Service Bonding in 250.90 and 250.92(A) and 250.92(B) 24.08.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy talks about the importance of bonding service raceways and enclosures to ensure a safe installation. Paul will cover the bonding and give his own opinion on the methods.....Feel Free to disagree...LOL Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real...

Sizing Main Bonding Jumpers, Systems Bonding Jumpers, and Supply-Side Bonding Jumpers 24.08.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy talks about sizing Main Bonding Jumpers (MBJ), System Bonding Jumpers (SBJ), and Supply-Side Bonding Jumpers (SSBJ) on grounded electrical systems and separately derived systems. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electri...

Understanding Primary-to-Secondary Voltage Ratios 24.08.2019

Listen as Paul discusses how to do the Primary to Secondary Voltage Ratio calculation and how to apply a secondary conductor rule for not exceeding 10' as he explains the voltage ratio. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy,...

Understanding the 125% vs. 80% Rules- Conductors 24.08.2019

Listen as Paul explains the basics of understanding the 125% and 80% rules and how they might apply to your installation. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the nation’s most down-to-earth NE...

Exciting News - Our Electrical Academy Is Complete! 17.08.2019

Listen as CEO and President of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., Paul Abernathy talk about his dream of being a true 4 year academy come true. We now offer Residential Wiring 101, Commercial Wiring 101, Grounding and Bonding 101, Fast Trax™ Exam Prep, Electrical Exam Question Course and in 2020 a Electrical Estimating Course is in the works. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.co...

2017 NEC- Article 518 Assembly Occupancies 11.08.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy talks about Assembly Occupancies and the 2017 National Electrical Code®. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the nation’s most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely c...

2020 National Electrical Code Change- Section 230.67 SPD's Explained 28.07.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy talks about the new rule requiring surge protective devices to be installed on all dwelling unit services. Guess what, even if you update your service this rule will apply. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Co...

2020 National Electrical Code Changes - Article 200 27.07.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy talks about some of the changes that are taking place in the 2020 National Electrical Code for Article 200. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the nation’s most down-...

2020 National Electrical Code Changes- Article 110 27.07.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy explains some of the changes that are taking place in the 2020 edition of the National Electrical Code. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the nation’s most down-to-e...

2020 National Electrical Code- Article 100 Changes 27.07.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy talks about some of the changes that are taking place to Article 100 (Definitions) in the upcoming 2020 National Electrical Code. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from t...

2020 NEC Code Changes- Article 220 Part II, Part 2 06.07.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy begins to explain the calculation changes to Part II (branch circuits) of Article 220. Fair Warning, this is a long podcast of nearly 1 hour and 15 minutes so be sure to take in parts but made sure you listed for the significant changes to Table 220.12 and 220.14(J). Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/suppor...

2020 NEC Code Changes- Article 220 - Part I, Part 1 06.07.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy begins this multiple part series on the 2020 National Electrical Code Changes to Article 220 - Calculations. This first part contains no actual code changes but does serve as a good introduction in to Article 220 and the scope of its coverage. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the...

Our 4th of July Message- Salute To America 04.07.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy talks from his heart on the blessing of being an American and is thankful for all of you listeners and viewers. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the nation’s most d...

NEC 2020 Changes- GFCI in Basements passed the NITMAM 22.06.2019

Listen as Paul Abernathy explains an upcoming change to dwelling unit basements to now require GFCI protection on all 125V through 250V , single-phase, receptacles. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll le...

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