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Eastern Montana - Building Codes Education Conference

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Eastern Montana - Building Codes Education Conference
Eastern Montana - Building Codes Education Conference
Montana Department of Labor & Industry CONFERENCE
Tue, October 14, 2025 — Thu, October 16, 2025
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THIS EVENT IS 100% FREE!

Join us in Miles City, Montana at the Eastern Montana Fairgrounds for free Building Codes Education courses. 


This conference is presented for design professionals, building code officials, fire officials, residential builders, commercial contractors, inspectors, and other professionals interested in learning about building codes and other related topics. 


Note: A proof of attendance will be provided for all sessions where the

attendee has their badge scanned and thus has been officially checked in to a chosen session.

The attendee must self-report this proof of attendance to their accrediting body.

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Event Dates
OCT
14
TUESDAY
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OCT
16
THURSDAY
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October 14, 2025 @ 6:00 pm
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Eastern Montana Fairgrounds
42 Gerryowen Road Miles City, MT 59301
Miles City , MT  USA
Conference held at the fairgrounds. Rooms available at Miles City Hotel & Suites-1720 S Haynes Ave. Ask for the "Building Codes Block" rates starting 8/15/25 406-234-1000.
Summary Agenda
2025 MILES CITY BUILDING CODES EDUCATION CONFERENCE
Tuesday, October 14
8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Transformers and Motors
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
2024 IBC Update
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
2024 UPC (Part 1)
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Exhibitor Hall ~ Oct 14
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Wire Requirements and Sizing
Wednesday, October 15
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
2024 UPC (Part 2)
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Changes of the 2023 National Electrical Code
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Exhibitor Hall ~ Oct 15
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Special Occupancies
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Lunch
Thursday, October 16
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Exhibitor Hall ~ Oct 16
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
IBC MultiFamily Dwellings
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
New Technology
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Residential and Commercial Energy Storage Systems
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Lunch
Featured Speakers
SPEAKER
Photo of Doug Smith
Doug Smith
MCP/CBO, West Coast Code Consulting
SPEAKER
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Jed Scheuermann
Field Manager, IAPMO
SPEAKER
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Todd Snider
Regional Manager/Senior Plan Review Engineer, West Coast Code Consulting
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Tuesday - October 14, 2025
Exhibitor Hall Table ~ Oct 14
Exhibitor Hall Table ~ Oct 14
11/15 LEFT  
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025 @  08:00:AM  —  05:00:PM MDT
 
Transformers and Motors
Transformers and Motors
 
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds - Room A
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025 @  08:00:AM  —  12:00:PM MDT

This half-day course will cover key requirements of the 2023 NEC related to transformers (Article 450) and motors (Article 430). Topics to be covered for transformers include: overcurrent protection (primary and secondary), conductor ampacity (primary and secondary), disconnecting means, location, installation, grounding and bonding, and signage. For motors, topics to be covered include: feeder and branch circuit conductor sizing, single and multiple motors, determining overload protection ratings, determining short-circuit protection ratings, and disconnect requirements.

 
Wire Requirements and Sizing
Wire Requirements and Sizing
 
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds - Room A
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025 @  01:00:PM  —  05:00:PM MDT

NEC Wire Requirements & Sizing, Including Box Fill & Pull Boxes – This half day course will explain in detail the general requirements of Article 300 of the NEC and will also go in depth on wire sizing provisions of Article 310. Examples and calculations will also be presented in order to walk the class through how to properly size wires, including wire ampacity derations. Topics covered include: general wiring requirements, underground installations, protection of conductors from damage, wet locations, securing and supporting, mechanical continuity, raceway installations, ampacities of conductors, ampacity derations and adjustment factors, terminal ratings, and identification of conductors. The course will also explain key box fill and pull box requirements of Article 314. This presentation is based on the 2023 NEC.

 
2024 IBC Update
2024 IBC Update
 
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds - Room B
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025 @  08:00:AM  —  05:00:PM MDT

2024 IBC Update: This class will provide a brief synopsis of some of the key changes that have occurred in the current version of the IBC in relation to the previous version. The class will focus on significant changes made to nonstructural provisions (i.e., Chapters 1-16 and 24-33) and will also highlight some of the changes made to the referenced standards.

 
2024 UPC (Part 1)
2024 UPC (Part 1)
 
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds - Room C
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025 @  08:00:AM  —  05:00:PM MDT

2024 UPC: Basic provisions of the latest UPC edition along with significant changes from the 2021 UPC will be considered. This two-day, sixteen (16) hour, introductory course will hit the high points of the entire code, including appendices.

 
Lunch
Lunch
 
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025 @  12:00:PM  —  01:00:PM MDT

RoadRunner Catering


Lunches planned for the week

  • Pulled Pork Sandwiches - Baked beans/potato salad/coleslaw    
  • Meatloaf - Cheesy Potatoes/green beans/rolls/green salad              
  • White Chicken Enchiladas - Beans/Rice, Chips, lettuce/tomatoes/salsa/sour cream

**Includes Iced Tea and Lemonade


Snacks planned for the week

Morning snacks each day                                         

  • Trays of muffins, scones, cinnamon or caramel rolls, coffee cake, danishes, etc. and fruit trays.
  • Coffee/Tea/Water/Juice

Afternoon snacks each day                                              

  • Trays of cookies/bars- brownies, no-bakes, rice krispy bars, pumpkin bars, banana cake bars, chocolate chip blondies, etc.
  • Coffee/Iced Tea/Lemonade/Water


Note: All listed above is subject to change.

 
 
Wednesday - October 15, 2025
Exhibitor Hall Table ~ Oct 15
Exhibitor Hall Table ~ Oct 15
10/15 LEFT  
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds
Wednesday Oct 15, 2025 @  08:00:AM  —  05:00:PM MDT
 
Changes of the 2023 National Electrical Code
Changes of the 2023 National Electrical Code
 
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds - Room A
Wednesday Oct 15, 2025 @  08:00:AM  —  05:00:PM MDT

Changes of the 2023 National Electrical Code – This is a full day course that will cover the various code changes of the 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC).  This course will include changes to: definitions, general requirements, branch circuits, feeder conductors, outside branch circuits and feeders, services and equipment, overcurrent protection, grounding and bonding, wiring methods and materials, equipment for general use, and special equipment and systems.

 
Special Occupancies
Special Occupancies
 
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds - Room B
Wednesday Oct 15, 2025 @  08:00:AM  —  05:00:PM MDT

Special Occupancies: This course provides an in-depth examination of occupancy classifications and special occupancy provisions as outlined in Chapters 3 and 4 of the IBC. Participants will gain an understanding of how proper occupancy classification serves as a foundation for identifying key code requirements applicable to various occupancy groups. The course will also examine the special detailing provisions for occupancy groups that may impact the design of projects.

 
2024 UPC (Part 2)
2024 UPC (Part 2)
 
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds - Room C
Wednesday Oct 15, 2025 @  08:00:AM  —  05:00:PM MDT

2024 UPC: Basic provisions of the latest UPC edition along with significant changes from the 2021 UPC will be considered. This two-day, sixteen (16) hour, introductory course will hit the high points of the entire code, including appendices.

 
Lunch
Lunch
 
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds
Wednesday Oct 15, 2025 @  12:00:PM  —  01:00:PM MDT

RoadRunner Catering


Lunches planned for the week

  • Pulled Pork Sandwiches - Baked beans/potato salad/coleslaw    
  • Meatloaf - Cheesy Potatoes/green beans/rolls/green salad              
  • White Chicken Enchiladas - Beans/Rice, Chips, lettuce/tomatoes/salsa/sour cream

**Includes Iced Tea and Lemonade


Snacks planned for the week

Morning snacks each day                                         

  • Trays of muffins, scones, cinnamon or caramel rolls, coffee cake, danishes, etc. and fruit trays.
  • Coffee/Tea/Water/Juice

Afternoon snacks each day                                              

  • Trays of cookies/bars- brownies, no-bakes, rice krispy bars, pumpkin bars, banana cake bars, chocolate chip blondies, etc.
  • Coffee/Iced Tea/Lemonade/Water


Note: All listed above is subject to change.


 
 
Thursday - October 16, 2025
Exhibitor Hall Table ~ Oct 16
Exhibitor Hall Table ~ Oct 16
11/15 LEFT  
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds
Thursday Oct 16, 2025 @  08:00:AM  —  05:00:PM MDT
 
New Technology
New Technology
 
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds - Room C
Thursday Oct 16, 2025 @  08:00:AM  —  05:00:PM MDT

New Technology: This eight (8) hour course will explore rainwater catchment systems; solar hot water; reclaimed, onsite reuse and grey water systems; and other new and emerging technology and methods. Relevant portions of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), including Appendices as well as Water Efficiency and Sanitation Standard for the Built Environment (WEStand) will provide the basis for this class. A brief, high-level overview of the Water Demand Calculator will also be considered.

 
Residential and Commercial Energy Storage Systems
Residential and Commercial Energy Storage Systems
 
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds - Room A
Thursday Oct 16, 2025 @  08:00:AM  —  05:00:PM MDT

Commercial & Residential Energy Storage Systems (ESS) – This is a full-day (8 hour) course. Energy storage systems (ESS) are increasingly being installed throughout the country. Understanding the requirements governing ESS, and knowing how the systems are to be installed, is essential. This course will focus on commercial and residential energy storage systems and will outline the key requirements and concepts for ESS. Key topics to be covered include UL 9540 listing, large-scale fire testing (UL 9540A), maximum equipment and system sizes, allowable locations, separation between battery units, clearances around equipment, disconnects/shutdown devices, and overcurrent protection. Example system diagrams will also be explained to help attendees understand the layout and equipment used for a variety of commonly installed ESS. This course will be beneficial for inspectors, plan reviewers, fire officials, installers, and designers. The course is based on the 2024 IFC, 2023 NEC, and 2024 IRC.

 
IBC MultiFamily Dwellings
IBC MultiFamily Dwellings
 
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds - Room B
Thursday Oct 16, 2025 @  08:00:AM  —  05:00:PM MDT

IBC Multifamily Dwellings: This class will focus on the specific code provisions for multifamily dwellings including townhouses, apartments, hotels, and congregate living facilities. This course will cover the four different groups of R occupancies in the IBC and provide examples of determining occupancy groups, live/work units will also be covered. The course will also clarify when to use the IRC or the IBC for buildings. It will include information for podium structures and fire separation for residential occupancies. This course will discuss common issues and code violations for multifamily projects including recommendations for design. Accessibility requirements for dwelling units will not be included in this course.

 
Lunch
Lunch
 
Eastern Montana Fairgrounds
Thursday Oct 16, 2025 @  12:00:PM  —  01:00:PM MDT

RoadRunner Catering


Lunches planned for the week

  • Pulled Pork Sandwiches - Baked beans/potato salad/coleslaw    
  • Meatloaf - Cheesy Potatoes/green beans/rolls/green salad              
  • White Chicken Enchiladas - Beans/Rice, Chips, lettuce/tomatoes/salsa/sour cream

**Includes Iced Tea and Lemonade


Snacks planned for the week

Morning snacks each day                                         

  • Trays of muffins, scones, cinnamon or caramel rolls, coffee cake, danishes, etc. and fruit trays.
  • Coffee/Tea/Water/Juice

Afternoon snacks each day                                              

  • Trays of cookies/bars- brownies, no-bakes, rice krispy bars, pumpkin bars, banana cake bars, chocolate chip blondies, etc.
  • Coffee/Iced Tea/Lemonade/Water


Note: All listed above is subject to change.


 
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