Why Vienna Lepple Traded Her Engineering Degree for a Tool Belt: Dakota Prep Fellow 2026

Vienna Lepple traded an automation engineering degree for an electrical apprenticeship, and now bridges the gap between designers and tradespeople while mentoring classmates through their toughest courses.

June 26, 2026

New Unit Load for Dwelling Units

The 2026 NEC reduces residential lighting load from 3 VA to 2 VA per square foot. Learn what changed, why it matters, and how to apply it on your exam.

April 1, 2026

What Your Income Looks Like After Getting Your Journeyman License

Learn how much journeyman electricians make, what impacts salary, and how to increase your earning potential after getting licensed.

April 30, 2026

Signs You're Ready to Leave the Jobsite and Start Your Electrical Business

Learn the key signs you are ready to start your own electrician business, plus what it takes to pass the contractor exam and become licensed.

April 30, 2026

How AI-Driven Data Center Expansion Is Creating More Jobs for Electricians

Discover how AI is driving massive data center growth and creating high-paying electrician jobs, plus where opportunities are growing and how to prepare.

May 6, 2026

How Long Does It Really Take to Become a Journeyman Electrician?

Most electricians become journeymen in 4–6 years, but the exam is what determines your real timeline. Here's exactly what to expect at every stage and how to avoid the most common delays.

May 14, 2026

How to Build a Great Reputation on the Job Site as a Journeyman

Your technical skills get you hired, but your reputation determines how far you go. Learn the daily habits that help journeyman electricians build a standout reputation on every job site.

May 11, 2026

Major Restructuring Expected in 2029

The 2026 NEC's New Annex L previews a major structural overhaul coming in 2029. Here's what electricians need to know about how the Code is changing — and why it's overdue.

May 1, 2026

Medium Voltage Gets a Long-Overdue Organizational Upgrade in the 2026 NEC

The 2026 NEC reorganizes medium-voltage requirements into dedicated articles for branch circuits, feeders, services, and grounding — making the Code easier to navigate for every electrician.

March 30, 2026

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