Illinois (Chicago) Supervising Electrician Exam

Exam Breakdown

Number of Questions: 150

Topic Breakdown:

I. Electrical Principles and Practices (25 questions)

  • Fundamental concepts - 3-4 questions
  • Electrical blueprint reading - 3-4 questions
  • Conductors, conduit and grounding - 3-5 questions
  • Transformers, delta and wye loads - 3-5 questions
  • Power factor and volt-amps - 3-5 questions
  • Service and voltage drops - 3-4 questions
  • OSHA regulations and workplace safety - 6-8 questions

II. Chicago Electrical Code (125 questions)

  • Titles 2, 4 and Chapter 13 (Code Supplement) - 8-10 questions
  • General Provisions (090-110s) - 10-12 questions
  • Wiring and Protection (200s) - 18-22 questions
  • Wiring Methods and Materials (300s) - 22-25 questions
  • Equipment for General Use (400s) - 12-14 questions
  • Special Occupancies (500s) - 12-14 questions
  • Special Equipment (600s) - 12 questions
  • Special Conditions (700s) - 12-14 questions
  • Communication Systems (800s) - 10-12 questions
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