threephase
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Will most testing locations let you take the NEC Handbook in as opposed to the normal Codebook?
NEC Codebook or Handbook???
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In NC we don't get to take anything in; the code book, pencil, scratch paper, and calculator are furnished and all must be left after the exam.
I have found in my experience that the code book is much easier to use in that it doesn't have the additional baggage to slow you down when looking up an article section.
Roger
I have found in my experience that the code book is much easier to use in that it doesn't have the additional baggage to slow you down when looking up an article section.
Roger
mdshunk
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- Right here.
I have taken 7 tests so far. In each one, they only permitted the code book, and not the handbook. Sometimes you are permitted to take in handwritten notes in addition.
jeff43222
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- Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minnesota provides a codebook. As an EC, I like the extra commentary and illustrations in the handbook, but for exam prep, I'd get used to using the codebook if I were you.
starbright28
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- Minnesota
To add more on what Jeff said:
When taking the MN test - they give you the code book, pencil, calculator, rules & regs book, and examples (for questions) book. Everything is turned in when handing in the test. You are not allowed to bring anything in, including your cell phone.
For studying - codebook is the way to go.
When taking the MN test - they give you the code book, pencil, calculator, rules & regs book, and examples (for questions) book. Everything is turned in when handing in the test. You are not allowed to bring anything in, including your cell phone.
For studying - codebook is the way to go.
marissa2
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- Connecticut
In CT you can use either the code or handbook, also you are allowed to use the Ugly's, Code of Federal Regulations 29 CFR Part 1926, and NFPA 72.
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rcarroll
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- Fort Collins, Colorado
In Colorado, you can take a calculator in to test. Code book & scratch paper are provided. Even in the field, I prefer the code book to the hand book.
In NJ they let us take our own code book, calculator, pencils, etc. But according to the new rules (at least in NJ) you will not be able to take your own NEC book into the exam, but can take in your own fire alarm book, and business law book into the exam. My advice would be to bring all of the allowed references into the exam and let them tell you cannot have those items. I also spotted individuals with electrical calculators which were definitely not allowed. I think it really depends on the test adminstrators monitoring that test for that specific day/location and the size of the group testing. When I took the test in FL they were much more strict and examined everones text book for extraneous notes and any cheat sheets. Good luck.
Radial12
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- Spokane WA
mdshunk said:
Likewise I've taken 6 Code exams in the last 15 years (5 of which were NICET)
I couldn't agree more, for exams Handbooks are a liability not an asset. Way to much 'stuff' to search through with the additional commentaries, which I am fond of in the 'Real World', just make it that much harder to search for your answer, when every second counts. IMHO.
Oakey
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- New Jersey
A regular code book is what they give you for the test. Study with a good set of easy to read tabs and you'll be "good to go".
dezwitinc
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- Delray Beach, FL
You will only be allowed to use the Code book here in Florida, the Handbook is not allowed.
I assume that you have not made any applications yet so be sure and check to see which edition is being used for your test.
At the state exam last Tuesday, both 2002 and 2005 were acceptable.
I assume that you have not made any applications yet so be sure and check to see which edition is being used for your test.
At the state exam last Tuesday, both 2002 and 2005 were acceptable.
JohnE
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- Milford, MA
Can't use handbook in MA, either. I agree with the others who said they'd prefer to test with codebook over handbook.
e57
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- San Francisco, CA
I would say I disagree with the rest here on this. Often, and you can check about your state, they provide you with a code book for the test. However for study purposes the Handbook has much more to offer in terms of understanding the legalistic lingo of the code, and often will point out other related codes in the commentary, as well as examples that offer clues to many questions you may find on your test. There are many inter-related codes, and often that is the type of thing one may find on the tests out there. You just have to remember that the commentary is not part of the code... Unless you are familiar with that type of legalistic lingo, the code may just bury you deep in a language you need to learn in order to recongize question refferances.
An example: Comentary in italics
An example: Comentary in italics
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