Electrical Exam Prep Tip #103 – Table of Contents

Helpful Tip # 103 We strongly encourage you to learn to utilize the Table of Contents in the FRONT OF THE CODE BOOK. On the Journeyman’s exam for example, 19 questions, a full 25% of your exam will come from Chapter Three items. The table of contents is a MUCH […]

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How to Read NEC Questions Without Overthinking Them

Here is something that trips up a lot of smart electricians… reading NEC questions and not spiraling into your own head. We see this constantly. You know the material. You studied. Then a question feels wordy and suddenly you are rereading it five times and questioning everything you thought you […]

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Acing the PSI Exam: 6 NEC Exam Strategies for Success

Finding the time to study for the PSI exam can be a huge problem for people who work in the electrical industry. Because of the demands of your job, you might not have much time to study, and the thought of the test itself might make you nervous. But don’t […]

NEC Book Tips for the electrical exam in Texas

The Beginner-Friendly Guide To Passing the Electrician Exam

If this is the first time taking the electrician license exam for the state of Texas, no doubt you are overwhelmed. We have several blog posts that can guide you through some of the first things you should do to prepare. But this article is about two very helpful things you […]

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Electrical Code Book Survival Guide for the TDLR Electrician License Exam

If you’re studying for the electrical exam, make sure to read the state’s candidate information bulletin so you know exactly what to buy. You can download that here.  The softbound/paperback edition of the NEC book  is only approved in the majority of states. In Texas, for example, the only book […]

Use This Study Companion Quizlet to Study for the Electrical Exam

Quizlet for the electrical exam. I like to recommend Quizlet to people who are studying because it has many different features that are actually pretty helpful. Especially when you are trying to memorize facts. The cool thing about Quizlet is that you can use it on the computer or you […]

NEC Book Tips for the electrical exam in Texas

Do This to Your NEC Book Right Now

To prep for the electrical exam, grab your NEC book and do these 4 things.  Real quick, make sure to share this post with someone who could use this info. 1. Get some tabs. Put the tabs that correspond to tables on the top portion of your book. This way, you […]

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NEC Book – Open Book Test for the Electrical Exam in Texas

NEC Book – Open Book Test for the Electrical Exam in Texas   To take the electrical exam in Texas you are allowed to bring in your NEC book.  That is great news since an open book test gives you a greater chance of passing.  There are some rules and […]

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The only thing you can use for the electrical exam

Did you know some states allow books like Ugly’s guide in the testing center?? I know right? But we are in Texas so we gotta play by those rules. To take the electrical exam, you are only allowed to use your 2020 NEC. Oh yeah, it has to be the […]

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7 Tips you Need to Take and Pass the PSI Exam

Pass the PSI Exam.   We hope you are staying safe during this COVID-19 pandemic.  A lot of us are still working and some of us aren’t.  One thing is true though, we are trying to adapt to this ‘new normal’.     If you applied for your license, use this […]