Required Books
The list of references below are permitted to be taken into the examination. These references may be tabbed (with a permanent index tab) and highlighted
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This book takes 5-7 business days to ship. National Electrical Safety Code (NESC); published by the Institute of…
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2020 National Electrical Code, softcover, Highlighted and Tabbed in house for faster, more effective reference.
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Organizational and technical changes in the NFPA 72® 2013 edition clarify fire alarm and emergency communications system rules and improve…
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Occupational Safety & Health Standards for the Construction Industry (OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry), Published by American…
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Permanent Tabs printed for the 2023 Ugly's Electrucal Reference
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Photovoltaic SystemsBy: In partnership with NJATC Photovoltaics, along with other renewable-energy technologies, is a rapidly growing sector of…
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The 2023 Edition offers the most pertinent, up-to-date information for electricians, including updated National Electric Code (NEC) and…
License Requirements
The requirements to qualify for this license exam shall be two (2) years as an unlimited licensed journeyperson or at least six (6) years of equivalent experience and training.
Pre-approval for the exam is required.
Business Law is also required.
Reciprocity
Connecticut does not have reciprocity agreements for Electrical Licensing
Continuing Education
Electricians must take at least seven hours of continuing education courses each year before license renewal.The Exam
The exam is administered by PSI. It consists of 100 questions, multiple choice, with a 4 hr time limit. The exam is open book and requires a 70% to pass.
Exam topics include: General Electrical Knowledge ,Service, Feeders, and Branch Circuits, Grounding and Bonding , Conductors and Cables, Raceways and Boxes, Special Occupancies and Equipment, Electrical Power, Motors, Low Voltage, Lighting, Fire Detection and Alarm Systems, Overcurrent Protection, High Voltage, and Photovoltaics.
The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available
How We Help You Prepare
Currently, American Contractors does not offer a seminar in the Connecticut area for specific Connecticut licenses. We do, however, carry the approved reference material for your state exam as well as offering an Electrical Course that will help individuals get more familair with the National Electrcial Code.
Applications & Licensing information for all types of Contractors license, except Home Improvement can be obtained from:
Dept. of Consumer Protection Occupational & Professional Licensing
165 Capitol Avenue, Room 110
Hartford, CT 06106
860.713.6135 Phone
860.713.7230 Fax
www.ct.gov/dcp
Important Contacts
