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Title 24 Slides

Title 24 Slides

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California Title 24 for Electricians

Energy Code (Part 6) · CALGreen (Part 11) · Lighting · Controls · Documentation · Acceptance

Course Map
  • Overview
  • Mandatory (Lighting & Controls)
  • Acceptance & Commissioning
  • Documentation & Forms
  • CALGreen Coordination
  • Enforcement & Closeout

Module 1 — Overview

  • Title 24 Parts: Part 6 (Energy) & Part 11 (CALGreen)
  • Paths: Prescriptive vs Performance (mandatory always apply)
  • AHJ: Local authority handles plan check and inspections
  • Plans: Notes, Schedules, Risers show compliance features

Module 2 — Mandatory Measures (LPD)

LPD = Total Lighting Watts / Area (ft²)

  • Compute room and project LPD
  • Compare to allowed table for space type
  • Follow wattage method for compliance proof
Example: 24 fixtures × 40 W = 960 W in 1,200 ft² → LPD = 0.80 W/ft²

Module 2 — Lighting Controls & Daylighting

  • Vacancy / Manual-On + Auto-Off sensor required
  • Multi-level / Continuous Dimming in open areas
  • Daylight Zones: Primary & Secondary near windows
  • Outdoor Shutoff: Photocell or Astro time switch

Module 3 — Acceptance & Commissioning

  • Sequence of operations → programming → testing
  • Certified Lighting Controls Acceptance Tester required
  • Pre-test placement, timeouts & daylight mapping

Module 4 — Documentation & Forms

  • Chain: CF1R (Design) → CF2R (Install) → CF3R (Verify)
  • Submittals: Cutsheets, Riser, Sequences, Schedules, Programming Notes
  • Plan Check: clarify controls, LPD & daylighting details

Module 5 — CALGreen Coordination

  • Commissioning links to controls verification
  • EV-ready infra: raceways, panels, load management, signage
  • Waste handling & IAQ considerations during retrofits

Module 6 — Enforcement & Closeout

  • Inspection sequence: Plan Check → Rough → Final
  • Closeout: As-builts, O&M, Programming Notes, Signed Acceptance, Training
  • Track future code cycles; AHJ final authority

Practice Tools

  • LPD Calculator & Daylight Zoning Worksheet
  • Acceptance Pre-Test Checklist
  • Submittal Builder & Closeout Index

See module pages for interactive tools and quizzes.

Final Exam

Take the comprehensive exam covering all modules.

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