New Mexico
(ER-1J) Journeyman Residential Electrical Wiring
(Part 2 - Theory Examination)

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Construction Industries Division
Regulation and Licensing Department
2550 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 476-4700
www.rld.state.nm.us/CID

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PSI Licensure : Certification
3210 E. Tropicana
Las Vegas, NV 89121
Phone: (800) 733-9267
Candidate Information Web Page

Exam Type

CLOSED BOOK

Exam Content

Subject Areas	# of Questions
General Knowledge and Electrical Installation Requirements	9
Services, Feeders, and Branch Circuits	4
Overcurrent Protection	2
Grounding and Bonding	2
Conductors and Cables	2
Raceways and Boxes	2
Special Occupancies and Special Equipment, including Pools	1
Lighting and General-Use Equipment	1
Low Voltage	2

Total Number of Test Questions:	25
Time Allowed (minutes):	60
Minimum Passing Score:	75%

In addition to the trade-specific examination(s) you may be required to pass the Business and Law offered by PSI or take an "approved" Business and Law Course.

Reference Books NOT Permitted in the Exam

1.	National Electrical Code (NFPA-70) - OR - The National Electrical Code Handbook, 2011, NFPA.
2.	New Mexico Electrical Code (NMAC 14.10.4), 2011, New Mexico Commission of Public Records.
3.	American Electrician's Handbook, 15th Edition, 2009, Terrell Croft, Wilford Summers.
4.	Ugly's Electrical References, 2008, George V. Hart.

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New Mexico • (ER-1J) Journeyman Residential
Electrical Wiring
(Part 2 - Theory Examination)

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