Alabama Electrical Journeyman Exam Practice Exam
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- 80 questions (same as real exam)
- 240 minute time limit
- 14 topic areas covered
- 381 questions in pool
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Alabama Electrical Journeyman Practice Exam Guide
What's on the exam
Questions per topic, out of 80This practice exam follows the official content outline for the Alabama Electrical Journeyman exam: Conductors and Cables, Electrical Power, Fire Detection and Alarm Systems, General Electrical Knowledge, Grounding and Bonding, Illuminated Signs, Lighting, Low Voltage, Motors, Overcurrent Protection, Raceways and Boxes, Safety Information, Service, Feeders, and Branch Circuits, Special Occupancies and Equipment.
You have two ways to practice. The free practice exam gives you 10 questions per attempt, and you can retake it as often as you like. The full practice exam gives you 80 questions on a 4 hours clock, with a new draw from our question bank every attempt.
Conductors and Cables 10 items
Our study plan for this topic: Conductor insulation types, temperature ratings, and type designations (e.g., THHN, XHHW, RHW, TW); Ampacity tables and correction/adjustment factors for conductors rated 0–2000 volts; Conductor material, size, and stranding requirements (copper, aluminum, copper-clad aluminum; AWG and kcmil); Grounded conductor identification methods and color coding; Uses permitted and uses not permitted for specific cable types (NM, NMC, MC, AC, MI, SE, USE, UF, TC, ITC, FC, FCC, IGS, Type P); Securing, supporting, and bending radius requirements for cable assemblies; Flexible cords and fixture wires — types, ampacities, permitted uses, and marking requirements; Conductor marking requirements and conductor properties (Chapter 9 Table 8).
Electrical Power 2 items
Our study plan for this topic: Transformer installation requirements and NEC Article 450 compliance; Transformer overcurrent protection (primary and secondary, 1000 V and below); Transformer types, cooling methods, and insulation classes; Emergency system power sources and automatic transfer equipment (NEC Article 700); Generator installation, marking, overcurrent protection, and disconnecting means (NEC Article 445); Legally required standby systems and critical operations power systems (NEC Articles 701 and 708); Energy storage systems and stationary standby batteries (NEC Articles 706 and 480); Interconnected electric power production sources and parallel operation requirements (NEC Article 705).
Fire Detection and Alarm Systems 2 items
Our study plan for this topic: Power-limited fire alarm (PLFA) circuit wiring methods and cable types (FPL, FPLR, FPLP); Non-power-limited fire alarm (NPLFA) circuit power source and overcurrent protection requirements; Branch circuit requirements and disconnecting means identification for fire alarm systems; Separation of PLFA conductors from power, Class 1, and NPLFA circuit conductors; Fire alarm cable applications in plenums, risers, and general building locations; Circuit integrity (CI) cable and fire-resistive cable system installation requirements; Abandoned fire alarm cable removal and circuit identification requirements; NPLFA and PLFA conductor materials, sizes, and insulation requirements.
General Electrical Knowledge 10 items
Our study plan for this topic: Ohm's Law and basic DC circuit calculations (voltage, current, resistance, power); Series, parallel, and combination circuit types and current/voltage distribution; AC fundamentals: sine waves, frequency, electrical degrees, and phase relationships; Electrical units and definitions (ampere, volt, ohm, watt, impedance, capacitance, inductance); NEC definitions and terminology for wiring systems (branch circuit, feeder, service, bonding, grounding); General installation requirements of NEC Article 110 (approval, listing, examination, terminations, deteriorating agents); Voltage drop and single-phase / three-phase power calculations.
Grounding and Bonding 8 items
Our study plan for this topic: Grounding electrode system types and selection (NEC 250.52); Grounding electrode conductor sizing using Table 250.66; Equipment grounding conductor types, sizing, and identification (NEC 250.118–250.122); Main bonding jumper and system bonding jumper requirements; Bonding of services, piping systems, and structural metal (NEC 250.92–250.104); Grounding of separately derived systems and generators; Effective ground-fault current path requirements for grounded and ungrounded systems; Grounding electrode installation methods and connection requirements (NEC 250.53–250.70).
Illuminated Signs 2 items
Our study plan for this topic: Branch circuit requirements for signs (rating, dedicated circuit, and wiring methods); Disconnecting means location and lockout requirements; Grounding and bonding of sign equipment and metal parts; Listing, labeling, and marking requirements for signs and retrofit kits; Transformers and electronic power supplies (ratings, secondary voltage, ground-fault protection); Neon secondary-circuit wiring (≤1000V and >1000V methods, conductor types, spacing); Location restrictions (height above vehicles, combustible materials, wet location drain requirements); Portable and mobile sign requirements (cord types, GFCI, support).
Lighting 3 items
Our study plan for this topic: Luminaire installation requirements by location (wet, damp, corrosive, closets, bathtub/shower zones); Luminaire support methods and outlet box requirements; Luminaire grounding and wiring requirements; Recessed luminaire requirements (thermal protection, clearances, insulation contact, IC vs non-IC); Lighting track installation and restrictions; Ballasts and auxiliary equipment for fluorescent and HID luminaires (thermal protection, disconnecting means); Low-voltage lighting systems (voltage limitations, secondary circuit isolation, branch circuit requirements); Lamp and light source types (incandescent, fluorescent, HID, LED) and their operating characteristics.
Low Voltage 2 items
Our study plan for this topic: Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 circuit classifications and power source limitations; Separation requirements between low-voltage and power/light circuits; Cable types and substitution hierarchy for power-limited circuits (CL2, CL3, CMP, CMR, PLTC, etc.); Installation of communications cables by building location (plenum, riser, general-purpose, dwelling); Grounding and bonding of communications systems, cable shields, and primary protectors; Antenna system installation, clearances, and grounding requirements; Network-powered and premises-powered broadband communications systems (Articles 830 and 840); Class 4 fault-managed power systems and energy management system controls.
Motors 6 items
Our study plan for this topic: Motor branch-circuit conductor sizing and ampacity requirements; Motor overload protection selection and settings; Branch-circuit short-circuit and ground-fault protective device ratings; Motor controller types, ratings, and enclosure classifications; Disconnecting means requirements for motors and controllers; AC motor types and operating characteristics (squirrel-cage, wound-rotor, synchronous); DC motor types, speed control methods, and starting requirements; Hermetic refrigerant motor-compressor circuit requirements.
Overcurrent Protection 5 items
Our study plan for this topic: Types and classifications of fuses (plug, cartridge, Class H/J/K/L/R/T); Circuit breaker types and operating principles (thermal, magnetic, thermal-magnetic, electronic); Standard ampere ratings for fuses and circuit breakers (NEC Table 240.6(A)); Overcurrent device location requirements and tap conductor rules (NEC 240.21); Ground-fault protection of equipment (GFPE) for services and feeders (230.95, 240.13); Arc energy reduction (NEC 240.87) and current-limiting overcurrent devices; Interrupting ratings and short-circuit current calculations; Overcurrent device installation requirements (accessibility, enclosures, prohibited locations).
Raceways and Boxes 10 items
Our study plan for this topic: Conduit fill calculations and conductor count limits (NEC Chapter 9 Tables); Raceway and conduit selection by wiring method type (RMC, IMC, EMT, FMC, LFMC, PVC, ENT, RTRC, LFNC); Securing and supporting requirements for conduits, tubing, and raceways; Box fill calculations and volume allowances (Article 314); Pull box and junction box sizing for conductors 4 AWG and larger; Underground installation requirements and minimum cover depths for raceways; Wireway and auxiliary gutter conductor fill, splices, and ampacity rules; Cable tray installation, fill requirements, and permitted wiring methods.
Safety Information 5 items
Our study plan for this topic: Electrical Safety Program (ESP) components and requirements; Lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and electrically safe work conditions (ESWC); Arc flash risk assessment and PPE selection methods; Shock risk assessment and approach boundaries (limited and restricted); Personal protective equipment (PPE) selection, use, and inspection; Qualified vs. unqualified person requirements and safety training; Arc flash hazard warning labels and equipment markings (NEC 110.16); Working space and guarding requirements for electrical equipment (NEC 110.26, 110.27).
Service, Feeders, and Branch Circuits 9 items
Our study plan for this topic: Branch-circuit ratings, conductor sizing, and overcurrent protection requirements; GFCI and AFCI protection requirements by location and occupancy type; Dwelling unit receptacle outlet placement and required branch circuits; Service entrance conductor sizing, wiring methods, and clearances; Service disconnecting means requirements, ratings, and location; Feeder conductor sizing, overcurrent protection, and identification; Panelboard, switchboard, and switchgear installation and overcurrent protection; Surge-protective device (SPD) types, installation, and connection requirements.
Special Occupancies and Equipment 6 items
Our study plan for this topic: Hazardous location classification (Classes I, II, and III; Divisions 1 and 2); Wiring methods and sealing requirements for hazardous locations; Health care facility essential electrical systems (Type 1 and Type 2 EES); Patient care space grounding, bonding, and receptacle requirements; Swimming pools, spas, and fountains — GFCI protection, bonding, and underwater luminaires; Solar PV systems — circuit sizing, overcurrent protection, rapid shutdown, and arc-fault protection; Electric vehicle power transfer system (EVSE) installation and overcurrent protection; Fire pump power sources, disconnecting means, and continuity of power requirements.
Sample 1 — Conductors and Cables
Question: You are planning an underground feeder installation for an outdoor circuit at a residential property. A homeowner asks if the Type UF cable can also be used for interior wiring. According to the NEC, what is the maximum operating temperature for Type UF cable in dry locations?
- A. 60°C (140°F)
- B. 75°C (167°F)
- C. 90°C (194°F)
- D. 105°C (221°F)
Correct Answer: A
Per NEC Table 310.4(1), Type UF cable has a maximum operating temperature of 60°C (140°F). It is listed among the 60°C rated conductors in Table 310.16 as well. The ampacity of Type UF cable is limited per 340.80.
Reference: NEC 2023 Table 310.4(1), Table 310.16
Sample 2 — General Electrical Knowledge
Question: In the NEC, brackets containing section references to another NFPA document that immediately follow extracted text serve what purpose?
- A. They are for informational purposes only, indicating the source of the extracted text
- B. They identify permissive alternative methods approved by the AHJ
- C. They denote sections that have been modified from the original source standard
- D. They indicate mandatory cross-references that must be followed for compliance
Correct Answer: A
Per NEC 90.5(C), brackets containing section references to another NFPA document are for informational purposes only and are provided as a guide to indicate the source of the extracted text.
Reference: NEC 2023 Section 90.5(C)
Sample 3 — Raceways and Boxes
Question: For device fill calculation in boxes, each yoke or strap containing one or more devices requires what volume allowance?
- A. Single volume allowance
- B. Double volume allowance
- C. Triple volume allowance
- D. No volume allowance
Correct Answer: B
Per NEC 314.16(B)(4), for each yoke or strap containing one or more devices or equipment, a double volume allowance in accordance with Table 314.16(B)(1) shall be made for each yoke or strap based on the largest conductor connected to a device(s) or equipment supported by that yoke or strap.
Reference: NEC 2023 Section 314.16(B)(4)
Treat your first attempt as a checkup, not a verdict. After every attempt, the results page breaks your score down by outline topic, so you can see which topics need work. Compare your score with the real exam's passing score, 75% correct, and keep practicing until you pass consistently.
- Answer what you know first. Go through every question once, answer the ones you know, and bookmark the rest. Our practice exams let you bookmark and come back.
- Come back to your bookmarks. Work them out on your second pass.
- Watch your pace. The real exam works out to about 3 minutes per question.
- Look up every miss. After each attempt, find each missed question's reference in your book and read the section.
| Questions | 80 questions |
| Time limit | 4 hours |
| Passing score | 75% correct |
| Books in the exam room | Open book |
| Exam fee | Electrical exam fees are paid to the State (nothing is paid to Prov), while the Business and Law exam fee of $86 is paid to Prov at registration. |
- Your exam is graded immediately, the results are sent automatically to the state board, and the Board mails you your score.
- To retake, you must submit a retake form and an additional examination fee to the Board, and you cannot retake an exam you have already passed unless the State requires it.
Source: State of Alabama Electrical Contractor Board Examinations — Candidate Information Bulletin, AECBE 2026.09.15. Check the bulletin before test day: fees and rules can change.