Pass Your Journeyman and Master Electrical Exam in Virginia


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Virginia Electrical Journeyman Exam

Exam Breakdown

Number of Questions: 70

Time Limit: 210 minutes

Passing Score: 49 items (70%)

Topic Breakdown:

Standards of Practice - 3 questions

Standards of Conduct - 2 questions

Renewal and Reinstatement - 2 questions

Definitions - 1 question

Qualification for Licensure - 1 question

Revocation of Licensure - 1 question

General Electrical Knowledge - 3 questions

Requirements for Electrical Installations - 3 questions

Electrical-Electronic Fundamentals - 2 questions

Services, Feeders, and Branch Circuits - 7 questions

Service and Feeder Requirements - 2 questions

Grounding and Bonding - 7 questions

Conductors and Cables - 7 questions

Raceways and Boxes - 8 questions

Special Occupancies - 3 questions

Special Equipment - 2 questions

Electrical Signs and Outline Lighting - 1 question

Motors and Controls - 5 questions

Utilization Equipment - 5 questions

Lighting - 2 questions

General Low Voltage Requirements - 1 question

Communication Systems - 1 question

Fire Detection and Alarm Systems - 1 question

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How to Pass the Virginia Journeyman Electrical Exam
Seeking to become a licensed Journeyman Electrician in Virginia? Whether you're working in Richmond or Virginia Beach, this guide walks you through the Commonwealth's licensing requirements and exam process, helping you build a solid foundation for your electrical career.
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Virginia Electrical Master Exam

Exam Breakdown

Number of Questions: 90

Time Limit: 270 minutes

Passing Score: 63 items (70%)

Topic Breakdown:

Standards of Practice - 3 questions

Standards of Conduct - 2 questions

Renewal and Reinstatement - 2 questions

Definitions - 1 question

Qualification for Licensure - 1 question

Revocation of Licensure - 1 question

General Electrical Knowledge - 4 questions

Requirements for Electrical Installations - 4 questions

Electrical-Electronic Fundamentals - 5 questions

Services, Feeders, and Branch Circuits - 9 questions

Service and Feeder Requirements - 6 questions

Grounding and Bonding - 9 questions

Conductors and Cables - 7 questions

Raceways and Boxes - 8 questions

Special Occupancies - 4 questions

Special Equipment - 2 questions

Electrical Signs and Outline Lighting - 2 questions

Motors and Controls - 8 questions

Utilization Equipment - 6 questions

Lighting - 2 questions

General Low Voltage Requirements - 1 question

Communication Systems - 1 question

Fire Detection and Alarms Systems - 2 questions

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