Training

Whether you’re a first year apprentice or getting ready to take the journeyman’s or master’s license exam, the National Electrical Code book is going to either be your best friend or your worst enemy. Finding information in the NEC is very difficult if you don’t understand the layout and know how to …

The first time I heard someone yell out for some “33” I had no idea what they were talking about. You see, electrical tape isn’t just for color coding wires or making up a head before a wire pull. I’ve seen too many situations where conductors have been wrapped with electrical …

Learning to measure current with a clamp accessory is a super simple process as long as you follow some simple steps. Believe it or not, you can measure DC current with a clamp as long as the meter is capable of interpreting the data.   This article comes straight from …

Learning how to bend a 90 degree bend with EMT is usually the first bend learned by an electrician. By learning how to bend a 90 first you will be better prepared when you start learning how to bend offsets, parallel offsets, and saddles. Important Definitions To Remember TAKE UP – …

Every electrician starts their career as a first year electrician apprentice. It doesn’t matter if its a trade school, apprenticeship, or working for a local contractor – everyone has to start somewhere. For me, I started my electrical career at Bates Technical Community College in Tacoma, Washington. After learning about an …

If you’re looking for a change in careers then choosing the right electrical apprenticeship program is very important. Electrical apprenticeships are a great way for you to earn as you learn, but getting into an apprenticeship may have its challenges. For starters, you first need to know about which training program you’re …