Texas Journeyman Electrician exam FAQ
How many questions are on the Texas Journeyman Electrician?
80. Format: Open-book, computer-based at PSI test centers, multiple-choice single best answer, delivered in two independently-scored portions (NEC Knowledge + Calculations). Source: Exam references the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), 2023 Edition, NOW.
How long is the Texas Journeyman Electrician?
240 minutes total (130-minute NEC Knowledge portion + 110-minute Calculations portion; a separate ~15-minute untimed tutorial precedes). Source: Exam references the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), 2023 Edition, NOW.
What do you need to pass the Texas Journeyman Electrician?
70% correct on EACH of the two portions (NEC Knowledge and Calculations). Source: Exam references the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), 2023 Edition, NOW.
Who runs the Texas Journeyman Electrician?
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). This site is independent study material and is not affiliated with the exam owner.
What topics does the Texas Journeyman Electrician cover?
This course's blueprint has 11 areas: Exam Orientation, Definitions, Theory & Plans (6%), Services, Service Equipment & Separately Derived Systems (13%), Electrical Feeders (8%), Branch Circuits & Conductors (18%), Wiring Methods & Materials (15%), Equipment & Devices (14%), Motors & Generators (9%), Control Devices & Disconnecting Means (2%), Special Occupancies, Equipment & Conditions (11%) and Renewable Energy Technologies (4%).
Which Texas Journeyman Electrician concepts does this course emphasize most?
It is open book — so what actually decides whether you pass?, Which NEC edition do you bring to the exam right now, and when does that change?, Which Article 100 definitions get tested as the whole question?, What sizes the feeder equipment grounding conductor?, What are the standard breaker sizes and the next-size-up rule?, How do you count box fill under 314.16?, THHN versus THWN — which one goes underground? and Which receptacles must be GFCI protected?, plus 6 more listed in the study guide.
What official materials should I read for the Texas Journeyman Electrician?
PSI/TDLR Candidate Information Bulletin, PSI/TDLR Candidate Information Bulletin reference-material page, TDLR Apply for a New Journeyman Electrician License and TDLR electrician licensing pages.
What can I study free for the Texas Journeyman Electrician?
The Job Brief: Your Texas Journeyman Exam, Theory & Plans: Ohm's Law, Definitions & the One-Line and The Service: Load Calcs, Grounding Electrodes & SDS — the first 3 modules of 11 — with lessons, cards and the module quiz, no payment details needed.
How much is the full Texas Journeyman Electrician course?
$29 once for all 11 modules, 83 practice questions and 2 practice forms. No subscription.