South Dakota Electrical License (Contractor/Journeyman) Online Exam Prep
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South Dakota Electrical License (Contractor/Journeyman) Online Exam Prep
After completing four years (for a total of 8,000 hours) as an apprentice working under an electrical contractor, you will be ready to take the journeyman’s exam. It will then take another two years as a journeyman (with a total of 4,000 hours of additional work under a contractor, including a minimum of 2,000 hours of commercial work) to take the electrical contractor’s exam.
What’s Included in Our Courses
Everything you need to pass your exam on the first try.
Our courses are designed to help you become familiar with the references and allow you to find the information quickly as the exams are timed. We offer highlighting guides to draw attention to key points throughout the book and tabs (sold separately) to allow you to find key sections quickly. We encourage you to take the practice exams multiple times as the questions on the test change each time.
Resources for the South Dakota Electrical License (Contractor/Journeyman) License
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South Dakota Electrical License (Contractor/Journeyman) Online Exam Prep
$219.99Add to cartAfter completing four years (for a total of 8,000 hours) as an apprentice working under an electrical contractor, you will be ready to take the journeyman’s exam. It will then take another two years as a journeyman (with a total of 4,000 hours of additional work under a contractor, including a minimum of 2,000 hours of commercial work) to take the electrical contractor’s exam. This course includes highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test taking tips/strategies. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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South Dakota Electrical License (Contractor/Journeyman) Online Exam Prep Complete Package
$443.96Add to cartThe South Dakota Electrical License (Contractor/Journeyman) Online Exam Prep Complete Package includes all references used during the exam, pre-printed tabs for all references allowed into the exam and 365 days access to our online exam prep course. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
Books and Tabs to use During the Exam
(Included in the Complete Package):
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2020 National Electrical Code Pre-Printed Tabs
$26.99Add to cartPre-Printed Permanent Tabs – During your exam, time is of the essence. By having your pages tabbed, you can greatly increase your speed in referencing key exam topics.
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South Dakota Electrical License (Contractor/Journeyman) Online Exam Prep
$219.99Add to cartAfter completing four years (for a total of 8,000 hours) as an apprentice working under an electrical contractor, you will be ready to take the journeyman’s exam. It will then take another two years as a journeyman (with a total of 4,000 hours of additional work under a contractor, including a minimum of 2,000 hours of commercial work) to take the electrical contractor’s exam. This course includes highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test taking tips/strategies. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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NFPA 70 National Electrical Code (NEC) – 2020 Edition
$171.99Add to cartThroughout the United States and around the world, NFPA 70®: National Electrical Code® (NEC®) sets the foundation for electrical safety in residential, commercial, and industrial occupancies.
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This course was very easy to follow. It was so convenient because I was able to do it at my own pace in my free time. I have a very busy schedule and did not have time to take a live course.
N. Amaya - Virginia
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Very informative, the reading out loud was a great help. I could work at my own pace. It’s the way to go for continuing education!
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I really like the fact that I can keep taking the tests over and over, and the questions keep changing.
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Requirements To Obtain a South Dakota Electrical License (Contractor/Journeyman) License
Prior to scheduling an exam, you must first make a license application with the South Dakota Electrical Commission. Complete the license application and submit it, along with a $60 application processing fee and a copy of your valid photo identification, to the following address:
South Dakota Electrical Commission
217 W Missouri Ave
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-3573
(605) 773-6213 fax
https://dlr.sd.gov/electrical
If your application is satisfactory, the Code Council will be notified of your eligibility to test. Once you receive notification of approval from the licensing agency, you may apply for and schedule your examination.
Please view our Application Processing Services to streamline this process.
The South Dakota Electrical Contractor Exam is an open book 5 hour exam that requires a 70% score to pass.
The South Dakota Electrical Journeyman Exam is an open book 4 hour exam that requires a 70% score to pass.
To use your time efficiently in the exam, it is extremely helpful to prepare in-depth and have your book tabbed and highlighted prior to the exam. Highlighting, tabs and written notes in reference materials are permitted prior to arriving at the test site. However, during the exam you may not write in the reference materials.
Code Council certification examinations are administered nationally, Tuesday through Saturday (exceptions noted below). Testing sessions are generally held at 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Some test centers are open daily, while othersare open on specific days of the week. In some locations, exams are administered on a monthly basis.
| Number of Questions | Contractor 100 Journeyman 80 |
| Exam Time | Contractor 5 hours Journeyman 4 hours |
| Pass Requirements | 70% |
| Open Book Allowed | Yes |
| Test Cost | $115 |
Exam Overview
To use your time efficiently in the exam, it is extremely helpful to prepare in-depth and have your book tabbed and highlighted prior to the exam. Highlighting, tabs and written notes in reference materials are permitted prior to arriving at the test site. However, during the exam you may not write in the reference materials.
Exam Topics
The exam usually consists of multiple-choice questions that cover various aspects of construction and contracting, including:
- General Knowledge and Plan Reading
- Services and Service Equipment
- Feeders
- Branch Circuits and Conductors
- Wiring Methods and Materials
- Equipment and Devices
- Control Devices
- Motors and Generators
- Special Occupancies, Equipment and Conditions
Before taking the exam, it’s advisable to study relevant reference materials and gain practical experience in the construction field to increase your chances of success.
Exam Overview
This course includes highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test taking tips/strategies. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
Related Books and Materials for This Course
This course includes highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test taking tips/strategies. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information. To get the most out of our course, we also advise having a copy of the following materials:
- 2020 National Electrical Code – NFPA 70
- 2020 National Electrical Code Pre-Printed Tabs
- Ugly’s Electrical References 2023
New and Gently Used versions of all reference materials
are available in our online store.
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