NJ Electrical Contractor Exam Preparation Class

This program is offered either as a live in-person class at our school in Fairfield or by live interactive webinar.

Class meets Mondays and Wednesdays each week. Time: 6pm to 9pm.

All 3 Sections:

• Electrical Contractor Exam 
• Fire Alarm System Exam
• Business and Law Exam 

This program will review all the areas which are covered on the NJ Electrical Contractors Exam. Attend this program to help you pass the NJ Electrical Contractors Exam.

The exam consists of three written sections: Electrical Contractor, Business and Law, and Alarm Systems. A license is issued by the NJ Board of Electrical Contractors after the applicant has passed all three sections of the exam.

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR EXAMINATION

CONTENT OUTLINE- 100 Questions
General Electrical Knowledge 10
Raceways and Enclosures 10
Services, Feeders, and Branch Circuits 10
Overcurrent Protection 5
Conductors and Cables 9
Grounding and Bonding 16
Equipment for General Use 9
Special Occupancies 5
Special Equipment and Conditions 5
Motors and Controls 12
Low Voltage and Communications Circuits 6
Safety 3

ALARM SYSTEMS CONTRACTOR EXAMINATION

Course Outline- 50 Questions

The General Electrical Knowledge 5
Application of Fire Alarm Systems 12
Application of Intrusion and Security
Systems 12
Installation Requirements 12
Wiring Methods and Materials 6
Special Occupancies and Conditions 3

BUSINESS AND LAW EXAMINATION

CONTENT OUTLINE – 50 questions
Business Organization 2
Licensing 5
Estimating and Bidding 7
Contract Management 8
Project Management 5
Risk Management 4
Safety 4
Labor Law 4
Financial Management 5
Tax Law 3
Lien Law 3

 

Instructor: Michael Connor

Michael is a highly accomplished Master Electrician with hands-on experience in the electrical trade. In addition to mastering the technical aspects of the field, he has spent many years teaching and mentoring apprentices, journeymen, and seasoned professionals. Michael’s unique combination of real-world expertise and proven teaching ability ensures students gain not only the knowledge but also the practical skills needed to succeed in today’s electrical industry.

 

Tuition does not include books. We suggest you have the following books. Most books are required for the exam and some books can be used during the exam.

Please order books at time of registration to assure you will have them the first day of class. Most are available on our website. There are additional fees for shipping books.

NEC – 2023 NFPA 70 Code Book – Non-Illustrated, Soft Cover      $218 plus tax (test is based on the 2023 Code)

NFPA National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code 2022               $175.93 plus tax

NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business Law & Project Management. New Jersey 2nd Edition   $135.00 plus tax

NTC Blue Book, Low Voltage Systems Handbook  $225.00 plus tax ($14.91)= $239.91 plus tax

NTC Yellow Book, Video Security Systems Handbook  $225.00 plus tax ($14.91)= $239.91 plus tax

 

Below is a copy of the licensing Process taken from the NJ Board of Electricians.

1. “What is the licensing process for electrical contractors?

Applications for examination must be submitted to the Board for review. An applicant for examination must show proof that he/she has completed the 4 year approved apprentice program through the US Department of Labor followed by 1 additional Journeyman year.

Once the application has been Board-approved, the applicant will receive information regarding exam registration, content and reference materials. The applicant must pass a three-part examination. Upon successfully passing the three-part examination (electrical contractor [trade], alarm systems and business and law), the applicant will receive a packet of licensing information.

Applications for Examination, examination dates, and pertinent information may be obtained from this web site. From the home page simply click on the Applications link. Complete details regarding qualifications of applicants may also be viewed from this web site. From the home page click on Laws and Regulations, then select Electrician Regulations. Refer to N.J.A.C. 13:31-2.1. Should you have any additional questions about the licensing process you may contact the Board’s office at (973) 504-6410.”