{"product_id":"texas-journeyman-electrician-book-package","title":"Texas Journeyman Electrician Book Package","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTexas Journeyman Electrician Book Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare for the Texas Journeyman Electrician examination with the \u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2026 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e, the current code reference used for Texas electrician examinations effective September 1, 2026. This book package is designed for candidates working toward the Texas Journeyman Electrician license through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and preparing for both the NEC Knowledge and Calculations portions of the examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Texas Journeyman Electrician examination is administered through \u003cstrong\u003ePSI\u003c\/strong\u003e for the \u003cstrong\u003eTexas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The examination is divided into two separate portions: an \u003cstrong\u003eNEC Knowledge Portion\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eCalculations Portion\u003c\/strong\u003e. Candidates must pass each portion with a minimum score of 70%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2026 National Electrical Code is the central technical reference for both portions. Candidates should be prepared to navigate branch circuits, feeders, services, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, conductors, boxes, raceways, equipment, motors, generators, controls, disconnecting means, special occupancies, special equipment, renewable-energy systems, and electrical calculations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTexas adopted the \u003cstrong\u003e2026 NEC\u003c\/strong\u003e as the state electrical code effective September 1, 2026. Texas electrician examinations were also updated to reference the 2026 NEC beginning on that date. Studying from the correct code edition is important because article language, numbering, requirements, tables, and exceptions can change between NEC editions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA Journeyman Electrician is licensed to perform electrical work under the general supervision of a Master Electrician. The journeyman examination is designed to measure broad electrical-code knowledge and the ability to apply NEC requirements to practical installation and calculation questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStrong exam preparation should combine technical understanding with efficient NEC navigation. Because the exam is open book, candidates should become familiar with where major subjects are located and how to move between articles, tables, definitions, and cross-references quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Texas Journeyman Electrician examination currently consists of two separately timed, multiple-choice portions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNEC Knowledge Portion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Items:\u003c\/strong\u003e 59, including 3 non-scored items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime Allowed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 130 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassing Score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe NEC Knowledge Portion is divided into the following subject areas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDefinitions, Theory, and Plans:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Services, Service Equipment, and Separately Derived Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Feeders:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBranch Circuits and Conductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Wiring Methods and Electrical Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Equipment and Devices:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotors and Generators:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Control Devices and Disconnecting Means:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 item\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occupancies, Equipment, and Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRenewable Energy Technologies:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalculations Portion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Items:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26, including 2 non-scored items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime Allowed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassing Score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Calculations Portion is divided into the following categories:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalculations and Theory:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Services, Service Equipment, and Separately Derived Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Feeders:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBranch Circuit Calculations and Conductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Wiring Methods and Electrical Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Equipment and Devices:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotors and Generators:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Control Devices and Disconnecting Means:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 item\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occupancies, Equipment, and Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRenewable Energy Technologies:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 item\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnless a question specifically states otherwise, conductors are treated as copper for examination purposes. Candidates should also remember that unused time from one exam portion does not transfer to the other portion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Texas Journeyman Electrician examination is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen book test\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe approved examination reference is the \u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, 2026 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e. Candidates are responsible for bringing their own NEC book to the testing center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAny soft-bound edition of the 2026 NEC may be used. Loose-leaf, spiral-bound, and ring-bound copies are not permitted in the examination room. The NEC Handbook is also not allowed as the exam reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe NEC may be highlighted, underlined, and contain notes made before the examination session. Permanent index tabs manufactured or provided for use with the NEC may also be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates may not write, highlight, underline, index, or otherwise mark the NEC during the examination. Homemade tabs, non-NEC tabs, loose paper, taped-in sheets, stapled materials, or other additional paper are not permitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-book testing places a premium on navigation speed. Candidates should practice going directly to common articles instead of relying on a broad search for every question. Familiarity with Articles 100, 110, 210, 215, 220, 230, 240, 250, 300, 310, 314, 430, and other frequently used areas can make the examination more manageable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Texas Journeyman Electrician license is administered through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Candidates must complete the applicable experience and examination requirements before the license can be issued.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGain qualifying on-the-job electrical training.\u003c\/strong\u003e Experience must be obtained under the supervision required by Texas law.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork under a Texas-licensed Master Electrician.\u003c\/strong\u003e Qualifying experience for the standard journeyman pathway is supervised by a licensed Master Electrician.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccumulate sufficient experience for examination eligibility.\u003c\/strong\u003e Texas currently permits standard-pathway applicants to apply to take the examination after completing at least 7,000 hours of qualifying on-the-job training.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete the full experience requirement for licensure.\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard Journeyman Electrician licensing pathway requires a total of 8,000 hours of qualifying on-the-job training.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eObtain experience verification.\u003c\/strong\u003e Qualifying work must be documented using the applicable TDLR verification process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubmit the Journeyman Electrician application.\u003c\/strong\u003e TDLR reviews applicant eligibility before examination authorization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive examination approval.\u003c\/strong\u003e Approved candidates receive instructions for scheduling the examination through PSI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare using the 2026 NEC.\u003c\/strong\u003e Study both the NEC Knowledge and Calculations content outlines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTake both examination portions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete the NEC Knowledge Portion and Calculations Portion within their separate time limits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePass both portions.\u003c\/strong\u003e A minimum score of 70% is required on each portion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete the remaining licensing requirements.\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the experience and licensing steps required by TDLR before license issuance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eState Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA Texas Journeyman Electrician is licensed to perform electrical work under the \u003cstrong\u003egeneral supervision of a Master Electrician\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard licensing pathway requires a total of \u003cstrong\u003e8,000 hours of qualifying on-the-job training\u003c\/strong\u003e under the supervision of a Texas-licensed Master Electrician. Texas currently allows applicants on the standard pathway to become eligible to take the examination after completing at least 7,000 hours, with the full experience requirement still applying before licensure is completed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTexas also created an accelerated Journeyman Electrician Education Program pathway. Approved programs may provide qualifying credit toward the on-the-job training requirement and may affect examination eligibility for participants who satisfy the program rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eApplicants must document qualifying experience through the forms and verification process required by TDLR. Experience should be accurately recorded and verified by the appropriate supervising Master Electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePassing the examination does not by itself replace the experience requirement. Candidates must satisfy the applicable training, application, examination, and licensing requirements before receiving the Journeyman Electrician license.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTexas adopted the 2026 National Electrical Code as the state electrical code effective September 1, 2026, with a limited state exception affecting certain GFCI requirements for outdoor outlets serving HVAC equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReference Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe primary reference for the current Texas Journeyman Electrician examination. The NEC covers definitions, services, feeders, branch circuits, load calculations, overcurrent protection, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, conductor requirements, electrical equipment, motors, generators, special occupancies, special equipment, special conditions, renewable-energy technologies, communications systems, tables, and electrical calculations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Room Approved Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2026 National Electrical Code is the approved examination reference for the current Texas Journeyman Electrician examination. Candidates must bring an acceptable soft-bound edition that complies with PSI testing rules.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe NEC may be highlighted, underlined, and contain notes prepared before the examination. Permanent NEC index tabs may be used. Loose-leaf, spiral-bound, and ring-bound copies are prohibited, and the NEC Handbook is not permitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTest Information and Study Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDefinitions, Theory, and Plans:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review Article 100 definitions, basic electrical theory, and plan-reading concepts. Candidates should understand voltage, current, resistance, power, conductor characteristics, symbols, and common electrical terminology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServices and Service Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review Article 230 requirements for service conductors, service equipment, disconnecting means, service ratings, grounding, bonding, and temporary wiring. Service knowledge appears in both exam portions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeparately Derived Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study transformers and grounding and bonding requirements for separately derived systems, including system bonding jumpers and grounding electrode conductors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review Article 215, feeder conductor sizing, grounded conductors, grounding and bonding, overcurrent protection, and feeder load calculations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBranch Circuits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Branch Circuits and Conductors account for 10 NEC Knowledge items. Study Article 210, required branch circuits, circuit ratings, receptacles, GFCI protection, AFCI protection, overcurrent protection, and conductor requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoad Calculations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practice Article 220 calculations involving lighting, receptacles, appliances, dwelling units, commercial loads, ranges, dryers, motors, heating, air conditioning, demand factors, feeders, and services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrounding and Bonding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Article 250 is a critical study area. Review grounding electrode systems, equipment grounding conductors, bonding jumpers, services, feeders, separately derived systems, and conductor sizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiring Methods and Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10 NEC Knowledge items are devoted to this category. Study raceways, cable trays, boxes, enclosures, cabinets, panels, cables, cords, underground wiring, conductor support, and protection from physical damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoxes and Enclosures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practice box-fill calculations, conductor volume allowances, equipment grounding conductor allowances, and requirements for boxes and conduit bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaceways:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review raceway installation, conductor fill, support, bends, wet locations, underground systems, and Chapter 9 tables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study Article 310 ampacity requirements, insulation types, temperature limitations, correction factors, adjustment factors, terminal limitations, and conductor sizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Equipment and Devices:\u003c\/strong\u003e Another 10 NEC Knowledge items cover receptacles, switches, luminaires, air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment, heating equipment, appliances, and workspace clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotors and Generators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review Article 430 motor requirements, including full-load current, conductor sizing, overload protection, branch-circuit short-circuit and ground-fault protection, controllers, disconnecting means, and motor tables. Generator requirements should also be reviewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl Devices and Disconnecting Means:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study equipment disconnect requirements, controller ratings, accessibility, location, grouping, and operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occupancies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prepare for Chapter 5 applications such as hazardous locations and other specialized occupancies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePools and Similar Installations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review swimming pools, fountains, and similar electrical installations, including grounding, bonding, GFCI protection, wiring methods, and equipment locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRVs, Mobile Homes, Park Trailers, and Marinas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study the special wiring and equipment requirements associated with these installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eData Processing and Communications Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review applicable requirements for communications and specialized electrical systems identified in the exam outline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmergency Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Become familiar with emergency and related special-condition requirements, transfer equipment, wiring, and system separation where applicable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRenewable Energy Technologies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review photovoltaic systems and electric vehicle charging equipment. These topics appear on both the NEC Knowledge and Calculations portions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalculation Practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e The separate Calculations Portion requires candidates to apply NEC rules numerically. Practice services, feeders, branch circuits, conductor sizing, grounding and bonding, raceways, boxes, electrical equipment, motors, and special installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e The NEC Knowledge Portion allows 130 minutes for 59 items, while the Calculations Portion allows 110 minutes for 26 items. Practice each type separately because unused time from one portion does not carry into the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1 Exam Prep helps Texas Journeyman Electrician candidates organize preparation around the actual two-part examination structure. Candidates can separate code-knowledge review from calculation practice while using the 2026 NEC as the central reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrade-focused preparation reinforces services, feeders, branch circuits, conductor sizing, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, equipment, motors, generators, special occupancies, renewable-energy systems, and other subjects appearing in the official examination content outline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReference-navigation practice can help candidates become faster at locating NEC articles, tables, definitions, exceptions, and cross-references. This is particularly important on an open-book exam where excessive searching can consume valuable testing time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCalculation practice supports the separate Calculations Portion by helping candidates apply code provisions to service loads, feeders, branch circuits, motors, conductor sizes, grounding conductors, raceways, boxes, and other numerical problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is to connect practical field experience with organized code study, calculation skills, and efficient NEC navigation. 1 Exam Prep provides a study structure designed to build familiarity and confidence without guaranteeing a passing score or licensing outcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat code edition is used for the current Texas Journeyman Electrician exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe current Texas electrician examinations reference the \u003cstrong\u003e2026 National Electrical Code\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhen did Texas adopt the 2026 NEC?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTexas adopted the 2026 National Electrical Code as the state electrical code effective \u003cstrong\u003eSeptember 1, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs the Texas Journeyman Electrician exam open book?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The examination is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen book test\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow many portions are on the examination?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Texas Journeyman Electrician examination has two portions: \u003cstrong\u003eNEC Knowledge\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCalculations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow many items are on the NEC Knowledge Portion?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe NEC Knowledge Portion contains \u003cstrong\u003e59 items, including 3 non-scored items\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow much time is allowed for the NEC Knowledge Portion?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates receive \u003cstrong\u003e130 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e for the NEC Knowledge Portion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow many items are on the Calculations Portion?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Calculations Portion contains \u003cstrong\u003e26 items, including 2 non-scored items\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow much time is allowed for the Calculations Portion?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates receive \u003cstrong\u003e110 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e for the Calculations Portion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat score is required to pass?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA minimum score of \u003cstrong\u003e70%\u003c\/strong\u003e is required on each portion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eCan unused time from one portion be used on the other portion?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Time remaining after one portion does not transfer to the other portion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eCan I use the NEC Handbook?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The NEC Handbook is not permitted as the examination-room reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eCan I highlight and tab my NEC?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The NEC may be highlighted and underlined before the examination and may contain permitted notes. Permanent NEC index tabs are allowed, while homemade or temporary removable tabs are prohibited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow much experience is required for a Texas Journeyman Electrician license?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard pathway requires \u003cstrong\u003e8,000 hours of qualifying on-the-job training\u003c\/strong\u003e under the supervision of a Texas-licensed Master Electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eCan I take the exam before completing all 8,000 hours?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the current standard pathway, applicants may become eligible to take the examination after completing at least \u003cstrong\u003e7,000 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of qualifying on-the-job training, while the full licensing experience requirement still applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat should I focus on most during final preparation?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFocus on branch circuits, wiring methods, electrical equipment, services, grounding and bonding, feeders, conductor sizing, motors, load calculations, special occupancies, renewable-energy technologies, and fast navigation of the 2026 NEC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"1 Exam Prep","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50514620284985,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1789\/0861\/files\/TX-JOURNEYMANELECTRICIAN-BOOKS.jpg?v=1790262359","url":"https:\/\/1examprep.com\/products\/texas-journeyman-electrician-book-package","provider":"1 Exam Prep","version":"1.0","type":"link"}