The Electrician's Trade Demystified

Are you an aspiring journeyman or master electrician? The Electrician's Trade DeMYSTiFieD makes it shockingly easy to prepare for licensing exams and onthe- job success.

Written in a step-by-step format, this practical guide describes the typical licensing process, which varies by region, and explains how to determine the specific requirements for your state or city. You'll get a thorough review of the National Electrical Code (NEC), including ways to access exam answers on an open-book basis. Detailed examples and concise explanations make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam help reinforce key concepts.

It's a no-brainer You'll learn:

• How to find licensing requirements for the state in which you plan to work
• Time-saving methods for navigating through the NEC
• What it takes to become a journeyman and master electrician
• Strategies for passing your exam
• How to use logic to improve your score
• Jobsite procedures that promote efficiency and productivity

Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, The Electrician's Trade DeMYSTiFieD helps you maximize your test score and become a successful working electrician

David Herres is the owner and operator of a residential and commercial construction company. He obtained a Journeyman Electrician's License in 1975, and has certificates in welding and wetland delineation, along with experience with elevators. Beginning in 2001, Mr. Herres has focused primarily on electrical work, upgrading his license to Master status. He is the author of two McGraw-Hill Professional titles, The 2011 National Electrical Code: Chapter-by-Chapter and Troubleshooting and Repairing Commercial Electrical Equipment, to be published in July, 2013.