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Study GuideConstruction ElectricianDepartment of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
Apprenticeship and CertificationStudy GuideConstruction Electrician(Based on Red Seal Occupational Standard – RSOS 2015)Government of Newfoundland and LabradorDepartment of Advanced Education, Skills and LabourVersion 7June 2019
Table of ContentsIntroduction . 3Exam Process . 4Before the Exam. 4During the Exam. 4After the Exam . 4Exam Format . 5Exam Content . 9Understanding the Red Seal Occupational Standard (RSOS). 9Exam Breakdown . 11RSOS Sub-tasks. 12Task Profile Checklist . 13Create a Study Plan . 18Resources - Websites . 21Resources – Book List. 22Conclusion . 23AppendicesAppendix A:Regional Offices . 24Appendix B:Calculator Use . 25Appendix C:Answer Sheet Example . 26
IntroductionThis Study Guide has been developed by the Newfoundland and Labrador Department ofAdvanced Education, Skills and Labour, Apprenticeship and Trades Certification Division, toassist apprentices and trade qualifiers as they prepare to write the Interprovincial (IP) Red SealExam. IP Exams are available for all Red Seal trades. For a list of Interprovincial trades pleaserefer to the Department of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour Some of the specific goals of this guide are: to help you understand the skills and knowledge that might be covered on the exam to help you identify your strengths and weaknesses to provide organization and structure for a course of study to provide a list of resources to help you with your study plan to support and supplement the teaching and learning processThis study guide outlines the theoretical portion of the program. The intent is not to replacetechnical training provided under the guidance of instructors. Rather, it is a tool to be used inconjunction with formal training.Study Guide ConstructionElectrician 20193
Exam ProcessBefore the ExamYou must contact the nearest Apprenticeship and Trades Certification Divisional office to makerequest to write the IP Red Seal exam (See Appendix A for a list of regional offices). Uponapproval, the Apprenticeship Program Officer (APO) will notify you of your eligibility to writethe exam, and provide you with scheduling information. If you require special accommodationsdue to a disability or language barrier, please contact your regional office for information onapplying for this service.During the ExamYou must bring: personal identification such as a photo or signature ID or valid Newfoundlandand Labrador driver’s license your notification letterThe following will be provided: a calculator (see Appendix B for calculator information) Canadian Electrical Code Book all other items required such as pencils, scrap paper, etc.Important Note:Personal cell phones, calculators, or other electronic equipment are NOT allowed into theexam room. If you do bring them, they will be stored away and returned to you when youhave completed the exam.After the ExamResults will be mailed to you approximately seven to ten days after completion of the exam. Allnecessary instructions and information will be provided in the results letter.The percentage mark you obtained will be provided. You will also be given a section by sectionbreakdown, showing how many questions were in each section, as well as the number ofquestions in each section you completed successfully.If you are successful in obtaining a 70% or more on your exam, you will be issued aNewfoundland and Labrador Certificate of Qualification with a Red Seal endorsement.4StudyGuide ConstructionElectrician 2019
Exam FormatAll IP Red Seal exams are written in multiple-choice format. Each exam has between 100 and150 questions. A multiple choice question consists of a stem (a complete question) followed byfour options (A, B, C, D). The stem contains all the information necessary to answer thequestion. The options consist of the one correct answer and three “distracters.” Distractersare incorrect. (See Appendix C for a sample answer sheet).IP Red Seal exams contain three types of questions:Level 1Knowledge and RecallLevel 2Procedural and ApplicationLevel 3Critical ThinkingQuestions at this level test your ability to recall and understand definitions, facts,and principles.Questions at this level test your ability to apply your knowledge of procedures toa new situation.Questions at this level test your ability to interpret data, solve problems andarrive at valid conclusions.Level 1 Examples:Study Guide ConstructionElectrician 20195
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Exam ContentUnderstanding the Red Seal Occupational Standard (RSOS)The Red Seal model has historically been based on the development of the NationalOccupational Analysis (NOA) which supports the development of multiple-choice formatexaminations.The RSOS was introduced in 2015 and is now taking the place of the NOA. Each RSOS or NOAsets the standard for a Red Seal trade. The Red Seal Inter-provincial Examination is based onthe Red Seal Standard.The new standards provide greater consistency in learning resources and allow for increasedindustry involvement in the development of these standards. This new model places increasesemphasis on apprenticeship training and assessing skills with industry learning objectives,outcomes and performance criteria.The RSOS for each trade describes the tasks and sub-tasks; skills and knowledge requirements;summary of essential skills; safety information; trends affecting the trade; technical terms;names of tools and equipment; acronyms; learning objectives and outcomes; industry expectedperformance and essential skills related to each sub-task.The RSOS is an excellent tool to use as you study for the Red Seal exam. RSOSs can be found SOS material is organized into the following categories: MWA (Major Working Activity). TheMWAs are further broken down into TASKS (describes activities within an MWA) and SUBTASKS (describe activities within a task – This is what the exam is based on).RSOSMWA Tasks Sub-tasksThe NOA will continue to be used as the occupational standard for trades that do not yet have an RSOSdeveloped.Study Guide ConstructionElectrician 20199
RSOS Pie ChartThe RSOS Pie Chart presents the MWA percentages in the form of a pie chart which tells youthe approximate number of questions from each MWA. For example, 11% of the questions onthe Construction Electrician Exam will be based on MWA A.CONSTRUCTION ELECTRICIANMWA TitlesMWA APerforms Common Occupational SkillsMWA DInstalls, Services and Maintains Motorsand Control SystemsMWA BInstalls, Services and Maintains Generating,Distribution and Service SystemsMWA EInstalls, Services and MaintainsSignaling and Communication SystemsMWA CInstalls, Services and Maintains Wiring Systems10StudyGuide ConstructionElectrician 2019
Exam BreakdownThe Construction Electrician exam currently has 100 questions. The following table shows abreakdown of the approximate number of questions that come from each RSOS MWA. It isimportant to note that the number of questions can change at any time. When you are readyto write your exam, you may contact your regional office to verify the number of questions (SeeAppendix A).# of QuestionsMWA ATask 1Task 2Task 3Task 4Task 5Task 6MWA BTask 7Performs Common Occupational SkillsPerforms safety-related functionsUses tools and equipmentOrganizes workFabricates and installs support componentsCommissions and decommissions electrical systemsUses communication and mentoring techniquesInstalls, Services and Maintains Generating, Distribution and Service SystemsInstalls, services and maintains consumer/supply services and metering equipmentTask 8Installs, services and maintains protection devicesTask 9Task 11Installs, services and maintains distribution equipmentInstalls, services and maintains power conditioning, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) andsurge suppression systemsInstalls, services and maintains bonding and grounding protection systemsTask 12Installs, services and maintains power generation systemsTask 13Installs, services and maintains renewable energy systemsTask 14Installs, services and maintains high voltage systemsTask 15MWA CTask 16Installs, services and maintains transformersInstalls, Services and Maintains Wiring SystemsInstalls, services and maintains raceways, cables and enclosuresTask 17Installs, services and maintains branch circuitryTask 18Installs, services and maintains heating, ventilating and air-conditioning (HVAC) systemsTask 19Installs, services and maintains electric heating systemsTask 20Installs, services and maintains exit and emergency lighting systemsTask 21Installs, services and maintains cathodic protection systemsMWA DInstalls, Services and Maintains Motors and Control SystemsTask 22Installs, services and maintains motor starters and controlsTask 23Installs, services and maintains drivesTask 24Installs, services and maintains motorsTask 25Installs, programs, services and maintains automated control systemsMWA EInstalls, Services and Maintains Signaling and Communication SystemsTask 26Installs, services and maintains signaling systemsTask 27Installs, services and maintains communication systemsTask 28Installs, services and maintains integrated control systemsTask 10TotalStudy Guide ConstructionElectrician 2019112930201010011
RSOS Sub-tasksThe following RSOS Task Profile Checklist outlines the MWAs, tasks and sub-tasks for your trade.The IP Red Seal exam is written to test your knowledge and abilities regarding the sub-tasks inthe RSOS. This chart can be used to review your current knowledge. You can review by placinga checkmark ( ) next to those you understand fully.Place your focus on those you do not understand and study them until you are comfortablewith the material. Think of possible questions in that particular content area.The RSOS also contains a list of “supporting knowledge and abilities” for each sub-task. Theyare the skills and knowledge you must have to perform a sub-task. The supporting knowledgeand abilities identified under each sub-task will be very helpful as you review. The list can befound in the RSOS, on the Red Seal website, for your trade.12StudyGuide ConstructionElectrician 2019
Task Profile ChecklistBased on RSOS 2015Construction ElectricianMWA A: Performs Common Occupational SkillsSub-Tasks Task 1: Performs Safety-Related Functions Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment Maintains safe work environment Performs lock-out and tag-out proceduresSub-Tasks Task 2: Uses Tools and Equipment Uses common and specialty tools and equipment Uses access equipment Uses rigging, hoisting and lifting equipmentSub-Tasks Task 3: Organizes Work Interprets plans, drawings and specificationsOrganizes materials and suppliesPlans project tasks and proceduresPrepares worksiteFinalizes required documentationSub-Tasks Task 4: Fabricates and Installs Support Components Fabricates support structures Installs brackets, hangers and fasteners Installs seismic restraint systemsSub-Tasks Task 5: Commissions and Decommissions Electrical Systems Performs start-up and shutdown procedures Performs commissioning and decommissioning of systemsSub-Tasks Task 6: Uses Communication and Mentoring Techniques Uses communication techniques Uses mentoring techniquesStudy Guide ConstructionElectrician 201913
Sub-TasksMWA B: Installs, Services and Maintains Generating, Distribution and Service Systems Task 7: Installs, Services and Maintains Consumer/Supply Services and Metering Equipment Installs single-phase consumer/supply services and metering equipmentInstalls three-phase consumer/supply services and metering equipmentPerforms servicing and maintenance of single-phase services and metering equipmentPerforms servicing and maintenance of three-phase services and metering equipmentSub-Tasks Task 8: Installs, Services and Maintains Protection Devices Installs overcurrent protection devices Installs ground fault, arc fault and surge protection devices Performs servicing and maintenance of protection devicesSub-Tasks Task 9: Installs, Services and Maintains Distribution Equipment Installs power distribution equipment Performs servicing and maintenance of power distribution equipmentSub-Tasks Task 10: Installs, Services and Maintains Power Conditioning, Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) andSurge Suppression Systems Installs power conditioning, UPS and surge suppression systems Performs servicing and maintenance of power conditioning, UPS and surge suppressionsystemsSub-Tasks Task 11: Installs, Services and Maintains Bonding and Grounding Protection Systems Installs grounding and bonding systemsInstalls ground fault systemsInstalls lightning protection systemsPerforms servicing and maintenance of bonding and grounding systemsSub-Tasks Task 12: Installs, Services and Maintains Power Generation Systems Installs AC (alternating current) generating systemsPerforms servicing and maintenance of AC generating systemsInstalls DC (direct current) generating systemsPerforms servicing and maintenance of DC generating systemsSub-Tasks Task 13: Installs, Services and Maintains Renewable Energy Systems14 Installs renewable energy systems Performs servicing and maintenance of renewable energy systemsStudyGuide ConstructionElectrician 2019
Sub-TasksMWA B: Installs, Services and Maintains Generating, Distribution and Service Systems (Cont’d) Task 14: Installs, Services and Maintains High Voltage Systems Installs high voltage equipment Installs high voltage cables Performs servicing and maintenance of high voltage systemsSub-Tasks Task 15: Installs, Services and Maintains Transformers Installs extra-low voltage transformersInstalls low voltage single-phase transformersInstalls low voltage three-phase transformersInstalls high voltage transformersPerforms servicing and maintenance of transformersMWA C: Installs, Services and Maintains Wiring SystemsSub-Tasks Task 16: Installs, Services and Maintains Raceways, Cables and Enclosures Installs conductors and cablesInstalls conduit, tubing and fittingsInstalls racewaysInstalls boxes and enclosuresPerforms servicing and maintenance of raceways, cables and enclosuresSub-Tasks Task 17: Installs, Services and Maintains Branch Circuitry Installs luminairesInstalls wiring devicesInstalls lighting controlsInstalls lighting standardsPerforms servicing of branch circuitryInstalls, services and maintains airport runway lighting systemsInstalls, services and maintains traffic signal lights and controlsSub-Tasks Task 18: Installs, Services and Maintains Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) Systems Connects HVAC systems Installs HVAC controls Performs servicing and maintenance of HVAC systems and controlsSub-Tasks Task 19: Installs, Services and Maintains Electric Heating Systems Installs electric heating systems Installs electric heating system controls Performs servicing and maintenance of electric heating systems and controlsStudy Guide ConstructionElectrician 201915
MWA C: Installs, Services and Maintains Wiring Systems (Cont’d)Sub-Tasks Task 20: Installs, Services and Maintains Exit and Emergency Lighting Systems Installs exit and emergency lighting Performs servicing and maintenance of exit and emergency lighting systemsSub-Tasks Task 21: Installs, Services and Maintains Cathodic Protection Systems Installs cathodic protection systems Performs servicing and maintenance of cathodic protection systemsMWA D: Installs, Services and Maintains Motors and Control SystemsSub-Tasks Task 22: Installs, Services and Maintains Motor Starters and Controls Installs motor startersPerforms servicing and maintenance of motor startersInstalls motor controlsPerforms servicing and maintenance of motor controlsSub-Tasks Task 23: Installs, Services and Maintains Drives Installs AC drivesPerforms servicing and maintenance of AC drivesInstalls DC drivesPerforms servicing and maintenance of DC drivesSub-Tasks Task 24: Installs, Services and Maintains Motors Installs single-phase motorsPerforms servicing and maintenance of single-phase motorsInstalls three-phase motorsPerforms servicing and maintenance of three-phase motorsInstalls DC motorsPerforms servicing and maintenance of DC motorsSub-Tasks Task 25: Installs, Programs, Services and Maintains Automated Control Systems16 Installs automated control systems Performs servicing and maintenance of automated control systems Programs and configures automated control systemsStudyGuide ConstructionElectrician 2019
MWA E: Installs, Services and Maintains Signaling and Communication SystemsSub-Tasks Task 26: Installs, Services and Maintains Signaling Systems Installs fire alarm systemsPerforms servicing and maintenance of fire alarm systemsInstalls security and surveillance systemsPerforms servicing and maintenance of security and surveillance systemsSub-Tasks Task 27: Installs, Services and Maintains Communication Systems Installs voice/data/video (VDV) and community antenna television (CATV) systemsInstalls public address (PA) and intercom systemsInstalls nurse call systemsPerforms servicing and maintenance of communication systemsSub-Tasks Task 28: Installs, Services and Maintains Integrated Control Systems Installs building automation systems Installs building control systems Performs servicing and maintenance of integrated control systemsStudy Guide ConstructionElectrician 201917
Create a Study PlanAs you prepare for your exam, it is important to plan a schedule. The following two tables willhelp you stay on track.The first table is a “Weekly Study Plan.” In this table list the areas you will focus your studyfor each day. You should include items you need to review as well as items you need to study.Remember, more time will be needed for study in areas you find difficult, whereas you mayonly require review in areas you are more familiar with. As you work through the RSOS subtask list you can start to fill in this table.The second table is a “Study Time Table.” It is important to create a study schedule whereyou determine the best days of the week and times of day for you to study.Print several copies of these tables and fill out for each week of study. It is important to stickto your study schedule.18StudyGuide ConstructionElectrician 2019
Weekly Study Plan for Week of:Area of Study 1Mon.Tues.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.Area of Study 2Area of Study 3Area of Study 4Area of Study 5Area of Study 6
Study Time Table for Week of:Monday8:00 AM 9:00 AM9:00 AM 10:00 AM10:00 AM 11:00 AM11:00 AM 12:00 Noon12:00 Noon1:00 PM1:00 PM 2:00 PM2:00 PM 3:00 PM3:00 PM 4:00 PM4:00 PM 5:00 PM5:00 PM 6:00 PM6:00 PM 7:00 PM7:00 PM 8:00 PMTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
Resources - WebsitesStudy information can be drawn from a variety of sources. A sample list of study materials (websitesand books) is provided below. These and other helpful resources may be found in a local collegebookstore, on the internet, or at your place of employment. You may also be able to borrow themfrom an apprentice or journeyperson in your trade.Study Strategies and Exam Preparation GuideThe Study Strategies & Exam Preparation Guide is meant to be used in conjunction with this study guide. Itprovides direction and information on such areas as study habits, test preparation and test taking techniques.Exam Preparation Guide: https://www.aesl.gov.nl.ca/app/publications/exam prep guide.pdfPlan of Training (POT)A Provincial Plan of Training details the full scope of learning for a particular occupation, including both technicaltraining competencies and industry experiences necessary to write an IP Red Seal exam (and complete therequirements for Red Seal Certification), or to write a provincial examination. The Plan of Training is based on theNOA.POT Website: https://www.aesl.gov.nl.ca/app/plans.htmlRed Seal WebsiteRed Seal is a program that sets common standards to evaluate the skills of tradespeople across Canada. It is apartnership between the Federal Government and the provinces/territories.The Red Seal model has been based on the National Occupational Analyses (NOA) which supports thedevelopment of multiple-choice examinations. A new Red Seal Occupational Standard (RSOS) was introduced in2015 and is taking the place of the NOA.Red Seal Website: http://www.red-seal.ca/Construction Electrician PRACTICE ExamThis is NOT an IP exam. This is a practice exam provided by the Inter-provincial Standards Red Seal program. Itwas developed using similar question types to that of a Red Seal exam. The exam is intended to be used for selfassessment in preparation for writing an IP Exam.Sample questions can be found 4ns-eng.html?tid 51Glossary of TermsThe Red Seal website also lists a Glossary of Terms which will be helpful in preparing for your IP 016rs.4s .1ppc gl.4ss.1ry-eng.htmlAcronymsThe Red Seal website also lists Acronyms which will be helpful in preparing for your IP 016rs.4s .1pp.1 .1cr.4nym-eng.htmlList of Tools and EquipmentThe Red Seal website also shows a list of Tools and Equipment which will be helpful in preparing for your IP 016rs.4s .1ppb t.4.4ls-eng.htmlStudyGuide ConstructionElectrician 201921
Resources – Book ListThe books listed below are sorted according to NOA blocks as referenced throughout thisstudy guide. You can use this list to help you obtain information on specific topics. It is notnecessary to use these books specifically, as you may find others that will be equally beneficial.If you wish to obtain any of the resources listed above, here is the reference information: Canadian Electrical Code, Canadian Standards Association, 2009, ISBN1553246926***2012 version is being used now. Delmar’s Standard Textbook of Electricity, 4th Edition, Herman, Stephen L.ISBN 1418065803 Electrical Motors Controls for Integrated Systems, 3rd Edition, Rockis, Gary J.Mazur. Glen A,ISBN 0826912079 Electrical Motors Controls for Integrated Systems (workbook), 3rd Edition,ISBN 0826912084 Electrical Wiring Commercial, 5th Canadian Edition, Mullin.Miller.Stephenson.Filice.Maltese.Marchetti, ISBN 0176502165 Electrical Wiring Industrial, 3rd Canadian elli, ISBN 0176502149 Electrical Wiring Residential, 5th Canadian er, ISBN 0176502157 Industrial Motor Control, 5th Edition, Herman, Stephen L, ISBN 1401838022 IPT’s Crane and Rigging Handbook, 4th Edition, Garby, Roland G, ISBN 0920855016 IPT’s Electrical Handbook, 4TH Edition, Putz, Herb, ISBN 0920855229 IPT’s Safety First Handbook, 3rd Edition, Basaraba, Bruce M, ISBN 0292085534222StudyGuide ConstructionElectrician 2019
DisclaimerVarious external resources (websites, textbooks) have been listed in this study guide to assist anindividual in preparing to write an IP Red Seal Exam. This does not mean the Department ofAdvanced Education, Skills and Labour, Newfoundland and Labrador, endorses the material orthat these are recommended as the best resources. There may be other resources of equal orgreater value to an individual preparing for an IP Red Seal exam. The Department of AdvancedEducation, Skills and Labour has no control over the content of external textbooks and websiteslisted, and no responsibility is assumed for the accuracy of the material.ConclusionWe hope this guide has provided you with some useful tools as you prepare for your IP Red Sealexam. If you have any questions regarding your IP Red Seal exam please contact your regionaloffice (see Appendix A for a list of regional offices).We appreciate your comments and feedback regarding the usefulness of this study guide. Ifyou have any comments or suggestions, we welcome your feedback. The feedback form at theend of this guide can be used for this purpose.StudyGuide ConstructionElectrician 201923
Appendix A: Regional OfficesIf you have any questions regarding your IP Red Seal exam, please contact one of the followingregional offices:Department of Advanced Education, Skills and LabourApprenticeship and Trades Certification DivisionToll Free: r BrookGrand Falls-Windsor1-3 Union StreetAylward Building, 2nd FloorCorner Brook, NL A2H 5M742 Hardy AvenueGrand Falls-Windsor, NLA2A 2J9Telephone:Facsimile:Telephone:Facsimile:(709) 637-2366(709) 637-2519Clarenville(709) 292-4215(709) 292-4502St. John’s45 Tilley’s RoadClarenville, NLA5A 1Z4P.O. Box 87001170 Topsail RoadMount Pearl, NL A1B 4J6Telephone:Facsimile:Telephone:Facsimile:(709) 466-3982(709) 466-3987(709) 729-2729(709) 729-5878Happy Valley – Goose Bay163 Hamilton River RoadBursey BuildingHappy Valley-Goose Bay, NLA0P 1E0Telephone:Facsimile:24(709) 896-6348(709) 896-3733StudyGuide ConstructionElectrician 2019
Appendix B:Calculator UseThe picture below shows a calculator with the same functions as the one you will be providedwith during your exam. It is advisable to borrow or purchase one with similar functions so thatyou can familiarize yourself with it before you write your exam.StudyGuide ConstructionElectrician 201925
Appendix C:Answer Sheet ExampleWith your exam you will be given an answer sheet similar to the one below. When answeringmultiple choice questions be sure to fill the circle completely and fill the circle that correspondsto the question on the exam.26StudyGuide ConstructionElectrician 2019
Feedback FormStudy Guide - Construction ElectricianPlease answer the following:(1)This Study Guide is a useful tool for exam preparation. strongly agree agree disagree strongly disagree(2)The topics contained in the guide are arranged in a logical order. strongly agree agree disagree strongly disagree(3)The design and format of the guide caught my attention. strongly agree agree disagree strongly disagree(4)The instructions throughout the guide are clear and to the point. strongly agree agree disagree strongly disagree(5)The resources listed in this guide are suitable and valuable. strongly agree agree disagree strongly disagree(6)The guide should contain more information. strongly agree agree disagree strongly disagreeSuggested information/resources to include:Additional Comments:Please complete this form and return via fax or mail to the following:Department of Advanced Education, Skills and LabourApprenticeship and Trades Certification DivisionStandards and Curriculum Unit45 Tilley’s Road, Clarenville, NL A5A 1Z4Fax: (709) 466-3987
Study Guide_ConstructionElectrician _2019. 11. Exam Breakdown . The Construction Electrician exam currently has 100 question s. The following table shows a breakdown of the approximate number of questions that come from each RSOS MWA. It is important to
