NEC 2011 preparation for the Electrical Power PE exam

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Please be advised I'm scheduled to sit for the Electrical Power PE exam, to be given in April 2012. The portion of the exam requires I have knowledge of the NEC 2011. I've never used the NEC for my work in engineering, since I worked in DoD, most of the time. What material would anyone recommend I purchase in order to become familiar with how to use the NEC? Most of the engineering problems on the exam, are associated with NEC 90 thru 430, plus chapter 9 as well. Would anyone recommend purchasing the NEC preparation book, which reviews electrical theory as well as the NEC sections? Are there any Electrical Engineers on this forum, who have used this material, to help them pass the Power PE exam? Your reply would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.



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There certainly are many electrical engineers on this forum. Most of the once with PE licenses, myself included, took the test before there were any NEC-related questions included. I am surprised to hear that this has been added to the scope of the test. If you are not yet familiar with the structure and content of the NEC, then I should advise you that it is not an easy book to follow. Articles 90 through 430 is a huge parcel of information. My suggestion is to spend some of your preparatory time reading through some of the discussions we have had on this forum. I would emphasize the ones in the NEC and Engineering/Calculations topic areas. Where you see a member citing an article as the basis for his or her opinion, go read that article, and see if you agree with that person's interpretation. Please be advised, however, that many of the past discussions were based on earlier versions of the NEC. The 2011 version might have different statements, or might have re-numbered some of the articles.

As to how to figure out the NEC itself, I would start by taking a look at the Table of Contents, to see how the book is laid out. Then pick some topic (such as the calculations in 220 or the overcurrent protection in 240), and just start reading. Don't be alarmed or intimidated, if you find it hard to follow. It is hard to follow, even for someone who has used it for their work.

Good luck. You have the time available to do this, and you will succeed if you believe you will succeed.
 

ron

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There certainly are many electrical engineers on this forum. Most of the once with PE licenses, myself included, took the test before there were any NEC-related questions included. I am surprised to hear that this has been added to the scope of the test. If you are not yet familiar with the structure and content of the NEC, then I should advise you that it is not an easy book to follow. Articles 90 through 430 is a huge parcel of information. My suggestion is to spend some of your preparatory time reading through some of the discussions we have had on this forum. I would emphasize the ones in the NEC and Engineering/Calculations topic areas. Where you see a member citing an article as the basis for his or her opinion, go read that article, and see if you agree with that person's interpretation. Please be advised, however, that many of the past discussions were based on earlier versions of the NEC. The 2011 version might have different statements, or might have re-numbered some of the articles.

As to how to figure out the NEC itself, I would start by taking a look at the Table of Contents, to see how the book is laid out. Then pick some topic (such as the calculations in 220 or the overcurrent protection in 240), and just start reading. Don't be alarmed or intimidated, if you find it hard to follow. It is hard to follow, even for someone who has used it for their work.

Good luck. You have the time available to do this, and you will succeed if you believe you will succeed.

For the Principles and Practice of Engineering examination, there are 80 questions to be answered in 8 hours. Approximately 10 of the questions are related to NEC, NESC and NFPA 70E (mostly NEC). http://www.ncees.org/Documents/Public/Exam specifications/PE Ele POW Apr 2009.pdf

I use the books pretty regular, so when I took it I only brought the NEC Handbook. The guys I studied with that didn't use the NEC at work (transit authority, POCO, etc), they used the Handbook and the sample exam purchased from the NCEES http://www.ncees.org/Exams/Study_materials.php?exam=PE&product=1S
Focus on sections that you are strong with, then maybe you can pickup a gift in the sections you are not strong with.
 

ron

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To whom It May Concern:
Please be advised I'm scheduled to sit for the Electrical Power PE exam, to be given in April 2012. The portion of the exam requires I have knowledge of the NEC 2011. I've never used the NEC for my work in engineering, since I worked in DoD, most of the time. What material would anyone recommend I purchase in order to become familiar with how to use the NEC? Most of the engineering problems on the exam, are associated with NEC 90 thru 430, plus chapter 9 as well. Would anyone recommend purchasing the NEC preparation book, which reviews electrical theory as well as the NEC sections? Are there any Electrical Engineers on this forum, who have used this material, to help them pass the Power PE exam? Your reply would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
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These tips were produced by a generalized review book I used. It was pretty good and worth it to keep as a desk reference when you pass.
http://www.ppi2pass.com/ppi/PPIInfo_pg_myppi-faqs-prepare.html
 
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PEDRO ESCOVILLA

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i'd go completely through Mike Holts Master Electrician Prep manual, cover to cover. that will give you a working knowledge of the NEC. do a chapter a week, take the timed test at the end of it, under the prescibed time (set a clock) so you get used to "testing under clock". Wow, the stuff you'll discover! HAve fun:thumbsup:
 

maghazadeh

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Besides all good material that mike Holt has to offer, try to get a copy of NEC handbook or NEC electricians handbook. It is easier to undrestand than the NEC book itself.
 
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