There is one thing you can take in to take the electrical exam and that is the NEC book. Pass the journeyman or master exam with it, we show you how. The NEC book is a great ally on the field and in the testing center. The only downside is that the books is very […]
If you are preparing for the electrical exam, make sure to review the state’s candidate information bulletin so that you can purchase exactly what is approved. Most states only approve the softbound/paperback version of the NEC book. In the state of Texas, for example, the only book you may use is the latest version of […]
Don’t be fooled into picking “None of the above” answers just because you are not certain of the correct answer. “None of the above” answer choice is usually a distractor used by test writers as an effective option for factual information in our case math questions to make this question more challenging. Hence, […]
There are three steps electricians need to take to get their journeyman electrical license or their master electrical license. First you have to turn in your application to your state’s licensing board. For example, in Texas, you must go through Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Once your application is reviewed and approved by […]
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, this tells you exactly what […]
Understanding the NEC is your challenge in preparing for the master electrical exam or the journeyman electrical exam. During the open book electrical exam you will need to know how to quickly spot the articles and tables in the NEC that you will need to answer the questions correctly. Study the table of contents in […]
Helpful Tip #145 Parts of the Articles Personalize your NEC book It is helpful to circle in red or highlight in pink each Part heading (marked with Roman numerals: I, II, III, etc.) of every Article, and write that numeral at the top of the page. That way, when you look for a particular Part […]
Helpful Tip #147 General Electrical Standards These four chapters from the National Electrical Code Book ® NFPA include general electrical standards that apply to ALL installations. Chapter 1: General Chapter 2: Wiring and Protection Chapter 3: Wiring Methods and Materials Chapter 4: Equipment for General Use This will be helpful to know when you are […]
Helpful Tip #148 Minimum Allowable Installations When reading an electrical exam question which describes minimum allowable installations, you will find key words and phrases such as: at least, no less than, and smallest allowable. These types of questions frequently appear in the master electrical exam and the journeyman electrical exam. Don’t be fooled. Get […]
It’s time to study for the electrical exam. If you are anything like me, you keep Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, Pandora or some sort of background noise on 24/7. Step 1 is very simple and very effective. TURN OFF ALL DEVICES INCLUDING YOUR PHONE. Step 2. Open the exam prep book, choose a practice exam. You […]