http://forums.mikeholt.com/ Exam Preparation, Instructor and CEU topics are posted here. en Sat, 18 May 2013 16:11:28 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forums.mikeholt.com/images/misc/rss.png http://forums.mikeholt.com/ http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153559&goto=newpost Thu, 16 May 2013 09:58:58 GMT Hello, My wife may be getting job in Colorado in the not to distant future, so I think it might be a good idea for me to do the same if this... Hello,
My wife may be getting job in Colorado in the not to distant future, so I think it might be a good idea for me to do the same if this occurs. I will have to take the Co. state test, which I haven't done in over a decade. Can anyone tell me if the format has changed since the 90's. I have MH's 2008 study guide, and am working through the recommended sections for journeyman tests. Should this be adequate? I know Co is on the 2011 cycle, so I will read the code changes as well. Thanks for any and all responses. ]]> Education Electrogrunt http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153559 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153482&goto=newpost Mon, 13 May 2013 13:06:17 GMT Hi everyone,
I'm actually writing to get some information for my husband - hoping someone who lives / works in Palm Beach County FL can help us out. Currently, we live in Massachusetts. My husband has been persuing his MA state electrician license for some time now but is running into issues with his employer dragging his feet in helping him get his paperwork together. The application is long and complex. ANYWAY - we are planning to move to Florida (West Palm Beach area) before the end of the year, so he's been looking into getting his journeyman's license in Palm Beach county. It appears he meets the requirements - in education and experience. He graduated from his high school and has done an additional 3 years of continuing education. He's also been working under a licensed contractor for the last 13 years.

My Questions:
(1) Does anyone know if Palm Beach County will accept his work / school experience from out of state?
(2) Once paperwork / application is submitted, how long does it take to hear back if you are approved to take the exam?
(3) Once approved, do they schedule a specific time for you to take the exam or can you choose when you want it scheduled?
(4) How long does it take to get the exam results?
(5) How long does it take to actually get your license after you've passed the exam?

Sorry, I know it's a lot of questions, but being out of state we are finding it hard to get this information. Thanks for any help / information you can provide us! We have our first baby (boy!) on the way due in August, and it would really be great if he could get his license and find a job shortly around the time the baby is born so we can make the move to be closer to family.

Thanks again in advance for any help you can provide. ]]> Education artanis http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153482 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153455&goto=newpost Sat, 11 May 2013 20:15:38 GMT Why are the heater coils on the load side of the power contacts -- vs the line side (above the contacts)? Why are the heater coils on the load side of the power contacts -- vs the line side (above the contacts)? ]]> Education err426 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153455 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153429&goto=newpost Fri, 10 May 2013 14:57:20 GMT The ProV test is the only one I have taken and am finding other states are looking for Prometric. The ProV Master was 60 questions with a 70% pass... The ProV test is the only one I have taken and am finding other states are looking for Prometric. The ProV Master was 60 questions with a 70% pass and not to difficult. Has anyone taken both tests and are they similiar???? ]]> Education Big_J http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153429 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153335&goto=newpost Mon, 06 May 2013 23:37:58 GMT I am a general contractor and I currently have a contract that requires that I create Design|Build estimates utilizing RS means with little to no... I am a general contractor and I currently have a contract that requires that I create Design|Build estimates utilizing RS means with little to no information from the end user and a tough client who typically sides with against the contractor. I have found that the tools on this forum and the books and information provided to be extremely helpful and on countless occasions has saved my company money. I am looking for this same type of information but for HVACR scopes. Does anyone know of not necessarily a comparable but of somewhat equal site to this one for HVACR work? Any help would be appreciated ]]> Education deetsay00 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153335 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153324&goto=newpost Mon, 06 May 2013 21:18:45 GMT I am an Electrical Supervisor and as such, I teach my crew things on a regular basis. Does anyone know if that is sufficient to qualify for the free... I am an Electrical Supervisor and as such, I teach my crew things on a regular basis. Does anyone know if that is sufficient to qualify for the free educational materials that Mike Holt offers to teachers. ]]> Education ken44 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153324 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153314&goto=newpost Mon, 06 May 2013 18:18:11 GMT Does anyone know what the reading level of the NEC is? Does anyone know what the reading level of the NEC is? ]]> Education tom baker http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153314 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153302&goto=newpost Mon, 06 May 2013 00:29:22 GMT I work for a larger shop in Southern Oregon and was wondering if I should go for my Supervisor's License. I guess I am not too clear on the advantages and disadvantages of having one. Perhaps it would be more value at a small shop without other holders? I really just want to force myself to learn more, as I find myself settling into routine and getting lazy in learning new stuff. Might as well get a license upgrade out of it, huh? Any advice? Thanks! ]]> Education mattnelson23 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153302 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153298&goto=newpost Sun, 05 May 2013 21:55:03 GMT I have been looking to set up online courses and classes. I have used MH quizzes and am happy with them but I can't customize them.

What company do you use or recommend?

Thanks. ]]> Education edward http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153298 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153297&goto=newpost Sun, 05 May 2013 21:54:28 GMT Hello to All, I am a new resident of Miami and moved from Atlanta, Ga. where I had a alarm business for over 20 years. I am now in the process of... Hello to All,
I am a new resident of Miami and moved from Atlanta, Ga. where I had a alarm business for over 20 years. I am now in the process of finding a school that can prepare me for the Florida Low voltage exam. Does any one know where or who provides these in the souther part of the state Dade or Broward counties?
I have checked with local community schools but they do not offer these, the closest has been in Orlando but I rather not have the travel expenses.

Best Regards,

Alex Garcia ]]> Education garcia.alex1966 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153297 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153296&goto=newpost Sun, 05 May 2013 19:27:34 GMT I am a Virginia Contractor. Does anyone have any experience obtaining a license in the District of Columbia? I am a Virginia Contractor. Does anyone have any experience obtaining a license in the District of Columbia? ]]> Education Greg1707 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153296 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153183&goto=newpost Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:24:12 GMT Anyone know where I could take certification courses online that aren't ridiculously expensive? So far I can't find any decent ones for under $1000. Looking for BAS, motor controls, energy management, test instruments, etc...

Thanks ]]> Education alexm3g http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153183 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153150&goto=newpost Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:34:00 GMT I am a journeyman electrician in the field and am a member of the IBEW. I am looking to specialize in building automation controls and am... I am a journeyman electrician in the field and am a member of the IBEW.

I am looking to specialize in building automation controls and am wondering what my best options are as far as education on building automation controls.

Specifically I am looking for information regarding schools, time frame and cost.

Any guidance to point me in the right direction would be greatly appreciated! ]]> Education fatcobra http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153150 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153083&goto=newpost Fri, 26 Apr 2013 10:02:19 GMT In Article 620.91 (A) Regenerative Power, Does that mean the code is takling about a DC motor changing into a generator? As in Dynamic Braking or... In Article 620.91 (A) Regenerative Power, Does that mean the code is takling about a DC motor changing into a generator? As in Dynamic Braking or Back EMF? ]]> Education http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153083 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153077&goto=newpost Fri, 26 Apr 2013 03:47:02 GMT I have decided to get back into the electrical field after an extended absence (about 6 years). I have 2 years of non-union experience. I worked on... I have decided to get back into the electrical field after an extended absence (about 6 years). I have 2 years of non-union experience. I worked on a project at the airport in Long Beach,Ca for that 2 year period and had the opportunity to learn a lot about the field and had a lot of hands on experience working in a commercial setting( airport hangars and office buildings). In the past 8 years I have worked residential side jobs here and there while working full time in an unrelated field, I recently decided to get back on track in electrical and have acquired the 5th edition NEC and several other things to study from because I love the work! I looked into what it may take for me to acquire my California certification but I saw a lot of conflicting information in my search results. I was hoping that if any one here had any helpful info to pass along they would help me out. It would be much appreciated! ]]> Education Sparky1982 http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=153077