EPRI Exam results for June 5, 2004.
All applicants passed the examination administered June 5. Congratulations on your hard work and perseverance.
EPRI Exam Prep Class and Test
When there is enough interest in another EPRI Test session classes and the test will be scheduled. Class attendance is NOT required in order to take the test. See Calendar for subject mater by date. Get the recommended texts beforehand. Preferably at least a week prior to class. There is a practice test here on our site. Download a printable class schedule HERE.
Level 1 - The Written Test
To pre-qualify for Level 1 Certification, individuals have 2 possible methods of pre qualification. The first method requires that individuals have attended and completed an approved IBEW or UA instrumentation class. Programs that have existing instrumentation training programs other than that offered by the NJATC can have their curriculum reviewed by the NJATC to determine whether or not it meets the minimum requirements as set forth in this partnership. The second pre qualification method requires that the individual document five (5) years of instrumentation "Calibration" experience. Once pre qualified, those seeking certification must sit for a written test. This open book, open note exam is comprised of 200 questions covering the various aspects of instrumentation, electrical and mechanical theory and instrument calibration. A 3 hour time period is allowed for completion of this exam. There is no "Grand fathering." All that are requesting to certify are required to take the test. In addition, the IBEW and UA, along with EPRI are developing an "on-line" version of the exam. This method will allow a Journeyman to instantly receive "feedback" with their results for the exam. The same prerequisites apply for this exam and the content will be identical to the written version.
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During the past year more than 30 I&C Technician certificates have been awarded to LU112 members by either ISA or EPRI. Most of these members participated in test preparation sessions offered by the Training Center. The Training Center hosted three proctored testing sessions immediately after the ( 8 - 3hour ) preparation sessions. The results have been very good with a 95% pass rate.
Both the ISA CCST and the EPRI Level One Examinations give a strong indication of the examinee's ability to solve complex, multivariable problems covering both electrical and mechanical aspects of process control. This certificate does not imply a knowledge or ability with any particular device, instrument or system. The certificate is used to complement the electrician's background and experience in the electrical industry.
For the past twenty years there has been a steady and irreversible shift from pneumatic based controls to electronic based control systems. Past agreements between the UA and IBEW over this work have resulted in the situation where much of this work is performed today by the unorganized sector. System Integrators and engineering companies have become unlicensed electrical contractors and electricians competing against both the IBEW and UA members and our associated contractors. Winning back this work will require that our members be better trained than our competitors.
For several years the NJATC has been developing texts and materials for apprentice and JW level I&C training. Although the current text is focused on fundamental concepts and definitions it is a sufficient basis for test preparation and reference. NJATC materials are combined with ISA publications and locally developed materials and practice tests to fill out the preparation sessions.
Our
local area enjoys a fairly high demand for high tech electrical
skills both in the public and private sector. In order to win back
this work we must convince the buyers of these services that their
best choice is an IBEW technician and a NECA electrical contractor.
If you intend to use our exam preparation class, see the page of recommended texts for more information.