So I've been studying for a couple months using Tom Henerys books. I am taking my test thursday, and looking for any tips that may help me. Ive never tested with PSI (the testing agency). Trying to find out what is on this test, and what the test is like is not the easiest. THey offer no practice tests. They do show what areas are tested, and how many questions in those areas. From talking to someone who took it years ago, I gathered most of it is looking in the codebook, and the ability to find answers quick. This was my main area of study, and I have become very intimate with the code book and how to find answers based on keywords in the questions, using the index. While I do have a grasp of ohms law, and various calculations. Just trying to find out what the average calculation questions are like. From PSI, they say there are 9 calc questions. Not to bad, but I dont want to afford losing them. I have taken no classes, and have earned all my hours in the field. However I feel I did put alot of effort into learning this stuff. I even studied theory throughly on my own (using Tom Henerys books), but from what I gather this isnt really tested. Ive memorized the Ohms law circle, and some other forumulas,and happen to be pretty good with math for someone who didnt go beyond high school. The other area of concern I have is the grounding/bonding there are 14 questions in that section. What are these questions like? Its a real bummer that these agencies and testing places offer no insight into these exams. I mean sure, you should know everything! But it does leave you flying blind on some of it. I really would like to pass this on my first try. When it comes to other stuff, I can find answers pretty quickly in the code book (average 1-2 mins). So anyways after all that long winded stuff.. anyone here take the Master exam in colorado with PSI? Or another state with PSI may also prove useful. Would like to know if anyone went in blind like this and passed first time. ALso.. people who didnt pass first time.. what was it that you wernt aware of that first time, that you focused on the second time. Thanks alot for any help, trying not to be anxious, but Ive put alot of time into this.. and this last couple days before the test, Im refreshing on my math before I head into this thing!
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PSI only administers the test.
The state provides the questions. PSI can only offer on their site what the state allows them to.
You should be ok if you know the book, know the calcs, and can look up stuff quickly. Don't get yourself all wound up about what May be on the test
The state provides the questions. PSI can only offer on their site what the state allows them to.
You should be ok if you know the book, know the calcs, and can look up stuff quickly. Don't get yourself all wound up about what May be on the test
thanks.. i know im probably just freakin out, and anxious.. Sort of alot going on. Im passing this test so I can buy the company.. inbetween all this studying, Ive also been taking over the current owners responsibiities, doing bids, opening bank accounts, preparing my property for our shop, setting up accounts with businesses, and trying to help manage four employees. I sorta have this week off (sort of) to do some final studying, and take the test. jeez.. talk about some stress.. just breathe I suppose. heh
The current owners advice (who took the test in 1982) "Read the code book" uhm yeah.. talk about worst test advice ever. I tried that until I bought Tom Henreys books before it started making any sense at all.
He swears he read the code book 3 times, cover to cover.. If I did that, Im not really sure what Id walk away with that was usefull.
He swears he read the code book 3 times, cover to cover.. If I did that, Im not really sure what Id walk away with that was usefull.
it's too late to worry about it. get a good night's sleep _do not study the night before. have a plan (a test taking plan). good luck. either you're ready or you're not. cramming at the last will just tie your brain in knots.
thanks.. sorta my idea.. Im not really "cramming" as much as just taking practice tests, lots of them.. I cant help but feel I need to study the night before.. but you are probably right... Really.. I just need to relax Im guessing. I feel like I am ready.. but test anxiety would probably be my downfall if I let it get to me.
Do you have the Tom Henry Code Book? Highlighted and tabbed. Reminders and keyword index inserted into it?
I am not sure if he still does these things, but the "Keyword Index" really helped me on the open book and the "reminders" were helpful for the calculations.
There is nothing more you can do. Don't lose any sleep over this. Its time to rest and prepare yourself physically and mentally for the test.
Its not nearly as bad as you might think or have been told.
Its entirely my opinion, but if you did exactly what Tom Henry told you to do, the very first day you started studying, you will pass on the first try.
Do not get hung up on any answer. If you don't know the answer, move on to the next question. Then after you finish (answer every question you can) then go back and work on the ones you left behind.
Don't leave any question un-answered behind. No matter if you know the answer or not. Pick one and go with it.
Good Luck and let us know you passed!
I am not sure if he still does these things, but the "Keyword Index" really helped me on the open book and the "reminders" were helpful for the calculations.
There is nothing more you can do. Don't lose any sleep over this. Its time to rest and prepare yourself physically and mentally for the test.
Its not nearly as bad as you might think or have been told.
Its entirely my opinion, but if you did exactly what Tom Henry told you to do, the very first day you started studying, you will pass on the first try.
Do not get hung up on any answer. If you don't know the answer, move on to the next question. Then after you finish (answer every question you can) then go back and work on the ones you left behind.
Don't leave any question un-answered behind. No matter if you know the answer or not. Pick one and go with it.
Good Luck and let us know you passed!
Well its a bummer. I gotta take another stab at it. I gotta say, it was harder than any of the tom henry questions. It was 100 questions 4 hours. Ironically I learned to use the book without tabs, but the book they handed us had tabs! They just got in my way though. Im not really sure what happened, I was going through the test great.. then I hit a wall.. and I started to panic, and lost my cool. THen it seemed like I was reading chineese, and nothing made sense! Very strange.. but I calmed myself down, and managed to focus again.. however by then I had lost so much time, there was no way I could legitimatly answer every question. Im gonna study even harder, and read all the articles Im weak on, and go back in, hopefully a bit more confident.
Seeing that the passing rate is like 18% and that it takes an average of three times to pass is pretty discouraging too :/
Seeing that the passing rate is like 18% and that it takes an average of three times to pass is pretty discouraging too :/
Try this outfit it costs a bit but it is worth it.
https://www.constructionexam.com/electrician/
https://www.constructionexam.com/electrician/
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