Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Journeyman
Credential: Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Journeyman
Credentialing Agency: Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA)
Renewal Period: 5 years
The Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA), Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Journeyman is an intermediate-level certification that demonstrates an individual's knowledge of on-site power generation equipment and systems. Electrical Generator Systems Technician Journeymen have knowledge of electricity, mechanical, and electrical components and the interactions between them and are proficient in the installation, service, maintenance, and repair of on-site power generation systems. Candidate must meet experience eligibility requirements and pass an exam.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Journeyman
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Attainability:
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 3 years
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for a Service member to meet eligibility requirements. Requirements listed here are based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
Exam Administration (View Details)
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 5 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA)
1650 South Dixie Highway, Suite 400
Boca Raton, FL 33432-7462
Phone: (561) 750-5575
Fax: (561) 395-8557
Email: e-mail@egsa.org
Experience REQUIREMENTS
Candidate must have a minimum of three years of practical field experience as an electrical power generator equipment technician.
Written Exam
- Basic Electricity
- Prime Movers
- Generators/Alternators
- Engine Generator Instrumentation and Controls
- Governors
- Automatic Transfer Switches
- Voltage Regulators
- Multiple Generator Switchgear and Controls
- Auxiliary Support Systems
- Startup/Commissioning
- Troubleshooting System Problems
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Journeyman examination:
- Best Sources
- General References
- Related Courses
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Testing Information
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Exam Administration
Credential exams may be administered in-person at a testing site, proctored on-line remotely, or have options for both. If an exam is administered through a test vendor, the third-party test vendor box will be checked. The following test administration options apply to the Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Journeyman credential where checked:
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
For more information on the Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA) testing process, visit the agency website.
RECERTIFICATION
Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Journeyman
Renewal Period: 5 years