Articles with the most test questions

Here are the top 6 articles that typically has the most test questions in the journeyman electrical exam and the master electrical exam. (In descending order) Article #1 210 (page 51) Article #2 320 (page 193)-398 (page 259) Article #3 517 (page 462) -590 (page 540) Article #4 110 (page 36) […]

Frequently Asked Quetions

Here are some frequently asked questions about our seminars in Texas for the electrical exam. Send us a message if you have more questions! Prepare. Pass. Excel Q. What are the dates of the seminars? A.  The best way to stay up to date on the seminar locations and dates […]

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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 […]

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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Electrical Exam Prep Tip #142 – Index of the NEC

Helpful Tip #142 Highlight your index at the back of the NEC book and add page numbers as you study for the electrical exam.   There are no page numbers on the index now, save time during the electrical test and prepare ahead of time.   Download the PSI Information bulletin, […]

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Electrical Exam Prep Tip #113 – Ohm’s Law

OHM’s law and our pie chart are the only calculations and formula that the test taker should focus on. P divided by Current (I) times the Voltage (E) is used for calculating demand loads, calculating transformers, calculating services, calculating the minimum number of circuits required for a particular dwelling/occupancy, and […]

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Article 690 Terminology

 By Mike Holt, NEC Consultant Though it covers solar power systems, Article 690 is not light reading.Article 690, consisting of eight Parts, applies to Photovoltaic (PV) electrical energy systems, array circuit(s), inverter(s), and charge controller(s) for PV systems. The requirements of Chapters 1 through 4 apply to these installations, except as […]

Electrical Codes for ESS and PV Installations Raise Safety Bar

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) explains why electrical codes for energy storage systems (ESS) and photovoltaic (PV) installations matter now more than ever. These installations combine high-capacity batteries with renewable systems, and without strong code standards they pose serious fire and shock risks. The NFPA highlights key sections of […]

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Mastering Definitions in the NEC Electrical License Exam

In the world of electrical exams, a seemingly simple term can hold the key to unraveling complex questions. Definitions play a crucial role in guiding your understanding of the codebook and ensuring accurate answers. In this blog post, we’ll explore the significance of definitions in the electrical license exams and […]