New Canadian Electrical Practice Exam: Improve Your Chances on Red Seal Exam

New Canadian Electrical Practice Exam: Improve Your Chances on Red Seal Exam

August 9, 2016

Based on the 2015 Canadian Electrical Code Part I, the CEPE features nearly 1,800 sample questions and covers each block, task and sub-task in the Red Seals Occupational Analysis for the Construction and Industrial Electrician. This includes:

  • Block A — Occupational Skills (4 tasks)
  • Block B — Distribution and Services (5 tasks)
  • Block C — Branch Circuit Wiring (4 tasks)
  • Block D — Motor and Control Systems (2 tasks)
  • Block E — Extra Low Voltage Systems (2 tasks)
  • Block F — Upgrading, Maintenance, and Repair (2 tasks)

With no limit as to how many times this tool can be accessed, and a refreshed set of randomly selected questions each time, users can be confident that they are ready to take the final Certificate of Qualification exam.

Exam highlights

The exam

  • specifically covers each block, task and sub-task in the Red Seals Occupational Analysis for the Construction and Industrial Electrician
  • includes a wrong answer report that shows you the right solution, highlights any relevant code requirements and directs you to the right resources to help you improve
  • includes a 4-hour timer allowing you to practice a ‘reality’ test against the clock to measure your success
  • offers a refreshed set of questions each time – no limit on the number of tests you can take
  • includes references to the Red Seal program trade outlines
  • features a new look that makes the tool easier to use than ever before
  • includes audio narration
  • is available as a software download

Intended audience

This course will appeal to

  • electrician apprentices and journeymen
  • trade qualifiers
  • electrical contractors / engineers
  • plant supervisors

Find out more: http://shop.csa.ca/en/canada/c221-canadian-electrical-code/2015-canadian-electrical-practice-exams/invt/27034362015cepe.

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