General electrician
To apply to take the exam for electrician certification,
fill out the following:
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Required - 8000 hours of work for an electrical contractor installing, constructing or maintaining electrical systems covered by the National Electrical Code. The 8000 hours must consist of work in two or more of the following areas, and the maximum number of hours in a particular area that may be counted toward the 8000 hours total are as follows:
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Category |
Maximum credit hours |
| Troubleshooting and Maintenance | 1500
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| Finish Work and Fixtures | 600
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| Fire/Life Safety, Nurse Call | 600
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| Industrial Wiring | 6000
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| Voice Data and Video Installation | 1500
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| Underground Conduit Installation | 750
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| Stock Room and Material Handling | 300
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| Residential Wiring | 3000
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| Commercial Wiring | 6000
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| Total credit hours | 8000
Required minimum hours |
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