[cccp sparky]

I am a single mother struggling to survive thanks.

Then best start fine tuning your appearance, find the good recipes, and keep good knowledge of a cleaning supplies.

 

[Smoove]

Hello everyone. I just took my Aptitude test in Norcross, Ga. The math portion was harder than I thought it would be. I Don't know how good or bad I did on that part but the Reading portion was easy. I'm 99% positive I got every question right on that portion

 

[Joe22]

My dad has been an electrician for 45 years and he said he never uses this math stuff on a job.

 

[Tsmil]

These tests sure don't sound like aptitude tests. More like educational level testing. Has nothing to do with aptitude. When I started my apprenticeship, I had to take an aptitude test and after passing that I had to take a knowledge test. Only the top scores were admitted into the apprenticeship program. There are a lot of people out there with great aptitudes that are passes over because they did not get the education.

 

[kevbo2640]

but what specifically do we study to pass. I need some kind of guideline. please help. I am a single mother struggling to survive thanks. I used to be good at math years ago. but still can relearn.

don't know if this can help looking for feed back here some of the sample test look like they will be close to what is on the test let me know.
http://www.mybookezzz.com/electrical-aptitude-test/

 

[carri]

I talked to local 1268 UAW. in Belvidere Illinois. Test is all math. No reading at all. Just Algebra, Geometry and machine shop math. different stuff.

 

[Spunk#7]

Yeah! Just normal stuff we use on the job everyday!

 

[kevbo2640]

I talked to local 1268 UAW. in Belvidere Illinois. Test is all math. No reading at all. Just Algebra, Geometry and machine shop math. different stuff.

this course looks to be what I have been looking for http://www.njatc.utk.edu/techmath.htm it is 120$ and they will send you a book and a scientific calculator however your not allowed to use a calculator in the aptitude test you take practice test online and the course ranges from basic math to algebra.

 

[carri]

but what specifically do we study to pass. I need some kind of guideline. please help. I am a single mother struggling to survive thanks. I used to be good at math years ago. but still can relearn.

But I have a good job. working at 1268 want to do the Skilled Trades at Chrysler.

 

[carri]

The skilled trades test is coming up in 2 months. got a little time to study.

 

[carri]

Thanks all you members for your input and help.

 

[carri]

If the math is so very difficult, and you have taken the test twice, did you give any honest effort at study the year in between tests?

How about a tutor is math is really not your thing. Or, just give up.

Do, not give up just study algebra. try, try, try. get a sat book. intermediate algebra book. you need some sin, cosine, tangent. trig stuff. path. theorm, some sequences, this will be on test. along with pie, area of a circle. some right triangles. this is what our local test will have in Illinois.
Now I was not too good at math as a child. we moved from town to town. well I took technical math 1.2 and 3 and got a 4.0 I studied. I got tutored. then I took some electronics classes 4.0 in college I must say. so do not give up. Just study the correct stuff.

 

[butcher733]

I give up.
Getting into this apprentice trade is nuts.
The math portion was entirely too difficult.

Screw giving the union $40 every year just to fail that **** like so many others...
makes me wonder how much money Local 98 is banking off of this scam.
And i call it a scam because they know there's barely any jobs, yet they keep accepting apprentices.

I wouldnt be surprised if the testing fee gets raised to $100 soon.
No doubt people will still pay it.
:laughing:

If you are having problems with this test the trade is not for you. The test is not hard and is there to weed out people who are potentially bad fits for the trade. If you have trouble with basic algebra and answering questions about what you just read then...........

 

[Spunk#7]

The Math/algebra requirements are total BS! How many here use them on the job? We all remember when these requirements were introduced in the IBEW and why !

 

[butcher733]

The Math/algebra requirements are total BS! How many here use them on the job? We all remember when these requirements were introduced in the IBEW and why !

Why?

 

[newbi]

If i remember right the test score is based on a maximum of 9 points. If you ace the reading part and do okay on the math portion you will pass. I think a score of 5 or higher is required to move onto the interviewing process.I took the test about a year and a half ago, and passed.:thumbsup:

I tested in at the bottom of my class and currently hold the highest overall grade in my class.

 

[mhz]

If you have turned in a qualifying application you will receive a testing date and time for your aptitude test, which will be scheduled for the month following your application. You will also receive a booklet with a sample test. It is a good idea to make sure that you are comfortable with Algebra and Functions.

The Algebra and Functions section will consist of 33 questions within 46 minutes. The Reading Comprehension section will consist of 36 questions within 51 minutes. There will be a short break between the two sections.

There are no penalties for guessing. Your score will be based on the number of items you answer correctly. You will not be allowed to use a calculator for the test.

If you will need special accomodations during the test, make arrangements with the training center before you report for testing.

Tests are scored by an independent facility. The training center will receive the results approximately two to four weeks after you test. The training center will then notify you of the results by mail.

If you do not obtain a qualifying score on the test battery, you must wait six months before re-testing (you will need to reapply).

If you receive a qualifiying score on the test battery, you will be scheduled for an oral interview to occur the month after the month you tested.

For a comprehensive review of Algebra, the NJATC offers a Tech Math class through the University of Tennessee, click here. This online math class is self-paced and starts off with whole numbers and works through Boolean Algebra fundamentals. This class offers three main benefits:
Successful completion of the class satisfies the math requirement for the Inside Electrician and Limited Energy Technician apprenticeships
It offers good preparation for the aptitude test
The stronger your math foundation is, the less challenging the apprenticeship curriculum will be
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[KMo2010]

If you have turned in a qualifying application you will receive a testing date and time for your aptitude test, which will be scheduled for the month following your application. You will also receive a booklet with a sample test. It is a good idea to make sure that you are comfortable with Algebra and Functions. The Algebra and Functions section will consist of 33 questions within 46 minutes. The Reading Comprehension section will consist of 36 questions within 51 minutes. There will be a short break between the two sections. There are no penalties for guessing. Your score will be based on the number of items you answer correctly. You will not be allowed to use a calculator for the test. If you will need special accomodations during the test, make arrangements with the training center before you report for testing. Tests are scored by an independent facility. The training center will receive the results approximately two to four weeks after you test. The training center will then notify you of the results by mail. If you do not obtain a qualifying score on the test battery, you must wait six months before re-testing (you will need to reapply). If you receive a qualifiying score on the test battery, you will be scheduled for an oral interview to occur the month after the month you tested. For a comprehensive review of Algebra, the NJATC offers a Tech Math class through the University of Tennessee, click here. This online math class is self-paced and starts off with whole numbers and works through Boolean Algebra fundamentals. This class offers three main benefits: Successful completion of the class satisfies the math requirement for the Inside Electrician and Limited Energy Technician apprenticeships It offers good preparation for the aptitude test The stronger your math foundation is, the less challenging the apprenticeship curriculum will be Ref

I'm waiting now to take my test but both places are saying it could be much longer than a month. I'm practicing my Math now, but I am worried on how long it could be before I take the test. What can I do?