Missouri Springfield Master Electrician (ICC - W16_MO_S) - Books & Courses Rental Package

Missouri Springfield Master Electrician (ICC - W16_MO_S) - Books & Courses Rental Package

Getting ready for the Springfield, Missouri Master Electrician exam means two things: knowing the National Electrical Code (NEC) inside and out, and being able to navigate it fast under timed, open-book conditions. This Books & Courses Rental Package is built for that exact purpose—so you can study with the same core references used on the W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician exam and pair them with an organized, exam-focused online course experience.

This package is designed for working electricians who want a clear plan, structured practice, and a reliable way to build speed using the NEC. You’ll work through the same types of lookups, calculations, and code-based decision-making that show up on the exam—then reinforce that skill with repeatable study routines you can stick with week after week.

If you’re aiming for a Springfield Master Electrician certification, the goal is simple: show competency with code application, plan reading, services, feeders, branch circuits, wiring methods, equipment, and the NEC’s special occupancies and conditions. This package helps you study with purpose, so your time goes into the content that matters most.

What You Get

Package Price: $570

Refundable Deposit: $150

Total Due Today: $720

This rental package is a practical option if you want the core references in hand while you prep, without committing to buying every book outright. Pairing the rentals with a guided course experience helps you build a repeatable process: learn the content, practice the lookup, confirm the answer, and refine your timing.

Exam Details

The City of Springfield uses the ICC Contractor/Trades testing program for the W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician exam, administered through Pearson VUE. The official Springfield bulletin lists the exam format, time limit, and primary reference materials for W16.

• Exam Name: W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician (ICC Contractor/Trades)
• Question Format: Multiple-choice
• Number of Questions: 100
• Time Limit: 5 hours
• Testing Vendor: Pearson VUE
• Pearson VUE Exam Fee (paid to the testing vendor): $115

Content Areas (as listed for W16 Missouri Springfield):

• General Knowledge and Plan Reading (12%)
• Services and Service Equipment (16%)
• Feeders (4%)
• Branch Circuits and Conductors (16%)
• Wiring Methods and Materials (19%)
• Equipment and Devices (10%)
• Control Devices (3%)
• Motors and Generators (8%)
• Special Occupancies, Equipment, and Conditions (12%)

Open Book Test

The W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician exam is listed as an open book exam with a 5-hour time limit. Open-book does not mean “easy”—it means you’re being tested on how well you can use your references under pressure. Success typically comes down to three skills:

• Fast navigation: knowing where to look in the NEC without wandering.
• Keyword discipline: using the index and article structure effectively.
• Code application: reading the question carefully and matching it to the right section, exception, or table.

That’s why this rental package focuses on the two core references shown for the exam: the 2017 NEC and Ugly’s Electrical References. The NEC is where most code answers live, and Ugly’s supports quick calculations and electrical reference lookups while you work.

Licensing Steps

Springfield’s process involves both local approval and testing. The Springfield ICC Contractor/Trades bulletin explains that candidates must start by working with the local licensing agency before scheduling the exam, and then take the exam through Pearson VUE after approval.

1. Prepare your application materials for Springfield trade certification. Springfield’s Building Development Services oversees trade certifications for electricians and requires documentation that supports your request for Master Electrician status.
2. Submit your application for review. The ICC Springfield bulletin indicates you must first make a license application with the local Building and Zoning/Building Development Services department and receive approval before scheduling.
3. Schedule the ICC W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician exam through Pearson VUE. After approval, you can register and schedule your test date with Pearson VUE under the ICC program.
4. Take the exam and receive results after completion. The ICC bulletin notes results for electronic exams are available immediately after completion.
5. If needed, plan retakes strategically. The Springfield ICC bulletin states you must wait 10 days before retaking a failed exam, so a focused study plan matters.

Because local rules can change over time, it’s important that your exam selection matches Springfield’s required exam exactly. Springfield’s Trade Certifications guidance notes that exam score notifications must meet the City’s minimum passing score requirement and must be from approved exam boards, including ICC (Pearson VUE).

State Requirements

Electrician licensing and certification requirements can vary across Missouri jurisdictions. For Springfield specifically, the City’s Trade Certifications guidance outlines experience pathways for Master Electrician applicants and confirms the City’s minimum passing score expectation.

• Experience pathways for Master Electrician (Springfield): Springfield lists options such as 4 years as a certified journeyman in the specified trade or 10 years of satisfactory experience in the specified trade.
• Minimum passing score: Springfield indicates a minimum 75% passing score is required, and the score notification must be from an accepted exam board (including ICC via Pearson VUE) and must be the identical exam required by the City.

This package supports the exam-prep side of that process by focusing your preparation on the exact reference set listed for the W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician exam and giving you a structured way to build code-navigation speed.

Reference Books

• NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code, 2017 edition
  Included Rental Book: The primary code reference listed for the W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician exam. Use it to practice locating Articles, exceptions, tables, definitions, and requirements across services, feeders, branch circuits, wiring methods, equipment, motors, and special occupancies.
• Ugly's Electrical References
  Included Rental Book: A fast, field-friendly reference commonly used to support electrical calculations and quick lookups. It’s listed as a reference for the Springfield W16 exam and is especially useful when you want a quicker path to common formulas and electrical reference values while studying.
  

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Test Information and Study Materials

Because the W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician exam is open book and timed, your study approach should be different than a typical “read and memorize” method. You’re preparing for a real-world skill test: can you find the right code requirement efficiently and apply it correctly?

Here are high-impact ways to use your rental references and course access effectively:

• Build your “NEC map.” Spend focused sessions learning where topics live (for example: services, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, overcurrent protection, motors, special occupancies). The goal is quicker first-moves when you read a question.
• Practice plan-reading and code selection. The outline includes General Knowledge and Plan Reading, which often means interpreting the scenario and knowing which NEC path applies before you even start flipping pages.
• Train with timed sets. The exam gives 5 hours for 100 questions. Training with timed question blocks helps you learn pacing and reduces “search spirals” where time disappears in the index.
• Study the language of the code. Small wording differences matter—“shall” vs. “shall be permitted,” exceptions, and special conditions can change the correct answer.
• Use Ugly’s as a support tool, not a substitute. Ugly’s can speed up common calculations and reference checks, but the NEC remains the anchor for most exam questions. Use Ugly’s to reduce friction when math shows up, then verify code requirements in the NEC as needed.

With the right routine, open-book exams become predictable. You don’t need to know everything by memory—you need a repeatable method to identify the topic, locate the NEC section quickly, and confirm the answer with confidence.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep supports your goal by helping you prepare like a working professional—not like someone cramming random facts. The W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician exam rewards organized thinking, code familiarity, and practical speed. Your course access is designed to help you build those skills through structured review and practice-focused study sessions.

Here’s how that support shows up in your preparation:

• Organized study guidance: A clear path through the major exam topics so you spend time where it counts—services, feeders, branch circuits, wiring methods, equipment, motors, and special occupancies.
• Reference navigation habits: Study routines that emphasize using the NEC efficiently, so you’re not learning the code once—you’re learning how to use it under time pressure.
• Practice-oriented preparation: The goal is to get you comfortable answering questions in a way that mirrors test-day thinking: read carefully, identify the topic, locate the rule, confirm details, and move on.
• Confidence-building structure: When you have a plan—and you practice it—you reduce test-day stress. You’ll know how to approach unfamiliar questions without losing your momentum.

This isn’t about shortcuts. It’s about building the real skill the exam measures: accurate code application with strong time management.

FAQ

Is the Springfield Master Electrician (W16_MO_S) exam open book?

Yes. The Springfield ICC bulletin lists the W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician exam as an open book exam with a 5-hour time limit.

How many questions are on the W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician exam?

The Springfield ICC bulletin lists 100 multiple-choice questions for the W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician exam.

Which reference books are used for this exam?

The Springfield ICC bulletin lists the 2017 National Electrical Code and Ugly’s Electrical References (any edition) as the key references for the W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician exam. This rental package includes both titles as rental books.

How long is the exam?

The time limit listed for the W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician exam is 5 hours.

Who administers the exam?

The W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician exam is administered through Pearson VUE under ICC’s Contractor/Trades testing program.

What is included in the Books & Courses Rental Package total?

Your total due today is $720, which includes the $570 package price plus a $150 refundable deposit.

Does this package include the Pearson VUE exam fee?

No. The testing fee is paid separately to the testing vendor when you schedule your exam. The Springfield ICC bulletin lists the Pearson VUE fee for the W16 Missouri (Springfield) Master Electrician exam as $115.

What passing score does Springfield require?

Springfield’s Trade Certifications guidance indicates a minimum 75% passing score and requires an exam score notification from an approved exam board (including ICC via Pearson VUE) for the identical exam required by the City.

How long do I get access to the course?

This package includes 6 months of course access.