Electrical code classes can serve a useful purpose. For example, when the edition of the code changes or when code amendments are adopted a well structured, informative code class can provide useful information when applying the code in the field. However electrical exams are designed to ascertain an electrician’s depth of knowledge and comprehension on a variety of subject topics and are therefore not limited to code changes or amendments.
In order to be prepared to pass your electrical exam you’ll need to master three basic skills:
Skill #1
Finding key words in questions that are listed in the index of the electrical code.
Skill #2
Identifying and understanding how to use formulas that are required to answer exam questions.
Skill #3
Completing the exam in the allotted time.
Apply one or more of these skills when answering the following true/false question:
The overhead branch-circuit and feeder conductors shall be installed beneath openings through which materials may be moved, such as openings in farm and commercial buildings, and shall not be installed where they obstruct entrance to these openings.
A. True
B. False
Solution:
B. False
Key word: Overhead branch circuits. Look for “Overhead branch circuits, conductors, clearance, from buildings” in the index of the electrical code.
The index references Article 225.9(D)(3) which states: “The overhead branch-circuit and feeder conductors shall not be installed beneath openings through which materials may be moved, such as openings in farm and commercial buildings, and shall not be installed where they obstruct entrance to these openings.” Paying attention to the use of “shall be” verses “shall not be” is vital to answering this question correctly.
To understand and correctly answer these kinds of questions on your electrical exam you’ll need more preparation than an electrical code class can offer. Get the electrical exam preparation you need to succeed. Click the “Register Now” tab or call 888-919-3926 to start preparing to pass your exam today.