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Federal Occupation Description

This series covers positions managing, supervising, leading, and/or performing professional engineering and scientific work concerned with utilizing and exploring electrical and electronic phenomena and the motion, emissions, conduction, and behavior of electrical energy currents; designing electrical equipment, components, or systems; and generating and transmitting electrical energy in an efficient manner.

For job opportunities in this series, go to the Office of Personnel Management USAJOBS website.

Other Federal Occupations

It is not uncommon for individuals in one federal occupational series to perform duties related to another series within the same federal occupational group. To find out about the certifications for another series in the ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE GROUP, click on that series below. Note that credentials have not yet been identified for all series – links are provided only to those series for which the identification of credentials has been completed. Additional series will be added over time.

The following certifications have been identified as most relevant to the broad duties of this federal occupational series. Please note that these credentials may not reflect all of the unique job functions that you perform within your organization. Also these credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about any credential, click on the credential title below.

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Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) In DemandIs In Demand American Society for Quality (ASQ) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) In DemandIs In Demand American Society for Quality (ASQ) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Energy Manager (CEM) In DemandIs In Demand Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) someSome GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) In DemandIs In Demand BICSI mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Outside Plant (OSP) Designer Is Not In Demand BICSI mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Lighting Management Consultant (CLMC) Is Not In Demand International Association of Lighting Management Companies (NALMCO) mostMost    
Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) Is Not In Demand Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Technology Manager (CTM) Is Not In Demand Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering mostMost    
Certified Senior Technology Manager (CSTM) Is Not In Demand Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering mostMost    
Residential Electrical Inspector - E1 Is Not In Demand International Code Council (ICC) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Associate Engineering Technologist (AT) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) someSome    
Commercial Electrical Inspector - E2 Is Not In Demand International Code Council (ICC) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Electrical Plans Examiner - E3 Is Not In Demand International Code Council (ICC) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Engineering Technologist (CT) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) someSome    
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Engineer Is Not In Demand International Association for Radio, Telecommunications and Electromagnetics (iNARTE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Technician Is Not In Demand International Association for Radio, Telecommunications and Electromagnetics (iNARTE) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineer Is Not In Demand International Association for Radio, Telecommunications and Electromagnetics (iNARTE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Journeyman Is Not In Demand Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA) someSome    
Registered Telecommunications Project Manager (RTPM) Is Not In Demand BICSI mostMost    
Data Center Design Consultant (DCDC) Is Not In Demand BICSI mostMost    
Electrical Power Testing - Level I Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) someSome    
Electrical Power Testing - Level II Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) someSome    
Electrical Power Testing - Level III Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) someSome    
Electrical Power Testing - Level IV Is Not In Demand National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) someSome    
Fiber Optics Designer (FOD) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) mostMost   AccreditationAccreditation
Wireless Device Certification Professional (WDCP) Is Not In Demand International Association for Radio, Telecommunications and Electromagnetics (iNARTE) someSome    
EMC Design Engineer Senior Is Not In Demand International Association for Radio, Telecommunications and Electromagnetics (iNARTE) mostMost    
EMC Design Engineer Is Not In Demand International Association for Radio, Telecommunications and Electromagnetics (iNARTE) mostMost    
Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Apprentice Is Not In Demand Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA) someSome    
Distributed Generation Certified Professional (DGCP) Is Not In Demand Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) mostMost    
Reliability Coordinator System Operator Certification (RC) Is Not In Demand North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) someSome    
Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission System Operator Certification (BT) Is Not In Demand North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) someSome    
Transmission System Operator Certification (TO) Is Not In Demand North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) someSome    
Balancing and Interchange Operator Certification (BI) Is Not In Demand North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) someSome    

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Some states have specific licensing requirements for the following related civilian occupations. These state licenses may require additional education, training or experience. Click on the occupation below to get more information on state requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor.

Related Civilian Private Sector Occupations

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Click here to go to Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Quality Engineer is a professional who understands the principles of product and service quality evaluation and control. This body of knowledge and applied technologies include, but are not limited to, development and operation of quality control systems, application and analysis of testing and inspection procedures, the ability to use metrology and statistical methods to diagnose and correct improper quality control practices, an understanding of human factors and motivation, familiarity with quality cost concepts and techniques, and the knowledge and ability to develop and administer management information systems and to audit quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Candidates must have eight years of on-the-job experience in one or more of the areas of the Certified Quality Engineer Body of Knowledge, and a minimum of three years of this experience must be in a decision-making position. Education can be used as a substitute for years of experience. Candidates must also pass a written examination.

Click here to go to Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) is a professional who understands the principles of performance evaluation and prediction to improve product/systems safety, reliability and maintainability. Candidates must have eight years of on-the-job experience in one or more of the areas of the Certified Reliability Engineer Body of Knowledge. A minimum of three years of this experience must be in a decision-making position. Education can be substituted for years of experience. Candidates must also pass a multiple-choice examination, which covers the topics of reliability management, probability and statistics for reliability, reliability in design and development, reliability modeling and prediction, reliability testing, maintainability and availability, and data collection and use. This credential must be recertified every three years, either by documenting RU credits or through testing.

Click here to go to Certified Energy Manager (CEM) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Energy Manager (CEM) credential recognizes professionals in the energy management field who have demonstrated high levels of experience, competence, proficiency, and ethical fitness in the energy management profession. Candidates must meet one of the specified education and or experience requirements to sit for the exam. All CEM candidates must attend a preparatory CEM training seminar, and complete and pass a four-hour written, open-book examination.

Click here to go to Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) credential is aimed at Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry professionals. Candidate must have five years of ICT design experience or two years of verifiable ICT design experience plus three years of additional ICT equivalents chosen from combinations of experience, approved education and approved ICT license/certification. Candidate must take and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Outside Plant (OSP) Designer COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

BICSI, Outside Plant (OSP) Designer is for individuals who have knowledge in OSP technology and the ability to design aerial, underground and direct-buried infrastructures. OSP applicants must be able to demonstrate knowledge in OSP right-of-way and route design, OSP space design (maintenance, holes, ducts, vaults), underground direct-buried, and aerial plant design, OSP cabling and hardware and OSP grounding (earthing), bonding and electrical protection systems. To earn the OSP certification, applicants must hold a current BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) credential or meet specific education and experience criteria. Applicants must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Lighting Management Consultant (CLMC) COOL Snapshot page.

The International Association of Lighting Management Companies (NALMCO), Certified Lighting Management Consultant (CLMC) is an intermediate-career level credential for lighting management professionals. The CLMC program recognizes members of the lighting management industry who have demonstrated knowledge and technical expertise in their field. The CLMC is among the first professional certifications to be accepted by EPA’s ENERGY STAR.

Click here to go to Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) COOL Snapshot page.

Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE). Professionals who earn a CMfgE demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes and practices. Earning the CMfgE requires a minimum of eight combined years of manufacturing-related education and work experience (a minimum of four years must be work experience). If a candidate has earned the CMfgT certification, he or she may qualify with seven combined years of manufacturing-related education and work experience. Candidates must pass the Manufacturing Engineering examination. Topics on the examination include math, applied science, design, materials, manufacturing processes, manufacturing management, manufacturing economics, quality control, computer applications, and automation.

Click here to go to Certified Technology Manager (CTM) COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Certified Senior Technology Manager (CSTM) COOL Snapshot page.

Certified Senior Technology Manager (CSTM). This is an advanced-level credential. Certification at the senior level requires a dedication to continuing education, and to promoting your continued growth and development as a professional in the technology field. Candidates must be currently certified in the CEG, CMS, CTM, or CTP programs, or must be eligible for them (i.e., passed the examination, meet education, employment, and ATMAE membership prerequisites). Candidates must also report thirty Professional Development Units (PDUs) of continuing education activity that were completed prior to the application (within prior three years). CSTM certification is renewable every three years, and requires 30 PDUs of continuing education activity within each 3-year CSTM period to be eligible for recertification.

Click here to go to Residential Electrical Inspector - E1 COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Residential Electrical Inspector is responsible for performing inspections of the installation or alteration of electrical systems indoors and outdoors including services, conductors, equipment, components, fixtures, appliances, devices, and electrical appurtenances for one- and two-family dwellings limited to 120/240 volts, single phase, up to 400 amperes. Candidates are required to pass a multiple-choice written exam with at least a 75%.

Click here to go to Associate Engineering Technologist (AT) COOL Snapshot page.

The Associate Engineering Technologist (AT) certification is intended for individuals who have graduated from an engineering technology bachelor's degree program accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC/ABET). An engineering degree will NOT be considered as a substitute for a program from an accredited school. The Associate Engineering Technologist (AT) grade is available upon graduation, No work experience is required for certification at the AT grade.

Click here to go to Commercial Electrical Inspector - E2 COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The International Code Council (ICC), Commercial Electrical Inspector certification is a mid-level credential designed for professionals who perform inspections of the installation or alteration of electrical systems. Commercial Electrical Inspectors are expected to have the skills and knowledge necessary to assess the compliance with code and safety of indoor and outdoor electrical services, conductors, equipment, components, fixtures, appliances, devices, and electrical appurtenances for all types of buildings and structures, both commercial and industrial, with no limit as to voltage or amperage. There are no experience requirements, education requirements, or pre-requisites that must be met prior to taking the written exam; however, individuals seeking the Commercial Electrical Inspector certification should have technical knowledge and related experience in their chosen field of expertise.

Click here to go to Electrical Plans Examiner - E3 COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The International Code Council (ICC), Electrical Plans Examiner (E3) is responsible for reviewing plans, drawings, and specifications to determine code compliance for electrical installations or alterations of electrical systems indoors and outdoors including services, conductors, equipment, components, fixtures, appliances, devices, and electrical appurtenances for all types of buildings and structures (residential, commercial, and industrial) with no limit as to voltage or amperage. The Electrical Plans Examiner is also responsible for verification of load calculations and fault current calculations. Candidates for the E3 must pass the Electrical Plans Examiner test.

Click here to go to Certified Engineering Technologist (CT) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Engineer COOL Snapshot page.

The Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Engineer is a mid-level certification that is appropriate for engineers and technicians whose training and experience have primarily focused on problems, engineering design and corrective measures associated with minimizing or eliminating electrostatic discharge. Candidates must provide specific record of nine years or more of experience in engineering work. Graduation from an iNARTE-approved engineering curriculum of four years shall be considered equivalent to four years of such required experience. Candidates must submit a minimum of 1 supervisory reference and 2 additional references each supporting character and competency as an ESD Engineer, and must compose 10 original multiple choice questions with correct answers and supporting references. Candidates must pass the iNARTE ESDC Engineer examination.

Click here to go to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Technician COOL Snapshot page.

The Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Technician is a mid-level certification that is appropriate for for engineers and technicians whose training and experience have primarily focused on problems, engineering design and corrective measures associated with minimizing or eliminating electrostatic discharge. Candidates must provide specific record of six years or more of experience in ESDC technician work. Graduation from an iNARTE-approved electronics technology curriculum of two years or U.S. Navy Class "A" school is considered equivalent to one year of required experience. The satisfactory completion of each year of such an approved technician curriculum is considered equivalent to one year experience. Candidates must submit a minimum of 1 supervisory reference and 2 additional references each supporting character and competency as an ESDC Technician, and must compose 10 original multiple choice questions with correct answers and supporting references. Candidates must also pass the iNARTE ESDC Technician examination.

Click here to go to Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineer COOL Snapshot page.

An Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Technician has knowledge of the instruments and test setups of EMC, and has good writing and verbal skills. Technicians know the pitfalls of real measurements.This mid-level credential is applicable to professional technicians practicing in EMC fields to include bonding, grounding, shielding, EMI prediction, EMI analysis, conducted and radiated interference, lightning protection and more. All candidates have to be competent in the fundamentals, i.e., coupling, filters, and shielding. Candidates must provide specific record of six years or more of experience in EMC technician work, and must have graduated from an iNARTE-approved electronics technology curriculum of two years; or U.S. Navy Class "A" school is considered equivalent to one year of required experience. The satisfactory completion of each year of such an approved technician curriculum is considered equivalent to one year experience. Candidates must submit a minimum of 1 supervisory reference and 2 additional references each supporting character and competency as an EMC Technician, and must compose 10 original multiple choice questions with correct answers and supporting references. Candidates must also pass the iNARTE EMC Technician examination.

Click here to go to Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Journeyman COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA), Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Journeyman identifies technicians who not only have a broad knowledge of electricity, mechanical and electrical components and the interaction between them, but are proficient in the installation, service, maintenance, and repair of On-Site Power generation systems. Applicants should have a comprehensive knowledge of basic electricity, the functions of a gen-set’s mechanical and electrical components, the interactions and relationships among components and an understanding of various elements of the installation, service, maintenance, and repair of gen-sets and On-Site Power generation systems. Applicants must have a minimum of three years of experience as an electrical power generator equipment technician and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Registered Telecommunications Project Manager (RTPM) COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Data Center Design Consultant (DCDC) COOL Snapshot page.

The BICSI, Data Center Design Consultant (DCDC) certification is for information and communications technology (ICT) professionals who understand the integration of the documentation, plans, specifications, construction and ongoing operational management activities of a data center facility while meeting applicable codes, standards and industry best practices. DCDC candidates must meet a credential, work experience, or a combination of credential/degree and work experience requirement. Candidates must also pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Electrical Power Testing - Level I COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), Electrical Power Testing - Level I credential is an entry-level certification for electrical technicians who test equipment used in the production, transmission, and distribution of electrical power. The certification validates a technician’s knowledge required to inspect, test and maintain electrical power equipment. Electrical Power Testing - Level I technicians work under the supervision of a higher-level technician and performs duties such as isolating and ground power equipment safely; connecting test equipment; and conducting and documenting standard tests of basic single-function equipment. Candidates are required to have minimum of one year of practical experience supporting testing and maintenance of electrical power equipment, including basic electrical safety procedures and must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Electrical Power Testing - Level II COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), Electrical Power Testing - Level II credential is a mid-level certification for electrical technicians who test equipment used in the production, transmission, and distribution of electrical power. The certification validates knowledge required to inspect, test and maintain electrical power equipment. The Electrical Power Testing - Level II technicians work under general supervision and perform duties including, isolate and ground power equipment safely; connect test equipment; and conduct and document standard tests of basic (single-function) equipment. To earn this certification candidates are required to have minimum of two years of practical experience in the inspection, testing, and maintenance of electrical power equipment and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Electrical Power Testing - Level III COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), Electrical Power Testing - Level III certification is an intermediate-level credential designed for technicians who test equipment used in the production, transmission, and distribution of electrical power. The certification validates knowledge required to inspect, test and maintain electrical power equipment. Electrical Power Testing - Level III technicians manage switching procedures; conduct tests of complex (multi-function) equipment; analyze test and equipment data; and plan a job and lead a team. Candidates must have a minimum of five years of practical experience in the testing of electrical power equipment, including a full range of equipment in low, medium, and high voltage systems and one year of supervision and project management of two or three-person test crews. Candidates must pass a written examination.

Click here to go to Electrical Power Testing - Level IV COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), Electrical Power Testing - Level IV certification is an advanced-level credential for technicians who test equipment used in the production, transmission, and distribution of electrical power. The certification validates knowledge required to inspect, test and maintain electrical power equipment. Electrical Power Testing - Level IV technicians conduct tests of complex metering and relay systems; evaluate tests, test equipment, test results, and power system performance; recommend actions to maintain or improve system performance; and lead multi-team projects. Candidates must have a minimum of ten years of practical experience in the testing of complex electrical power equipment and systems, technical evaluation of tests and test data, and recommendations of additional diagnostic testing and corrective actions. The candidate's experience must include at least two years of supervision and project management of multi-crew projects. Candidates must pass a written examination, provide details of the successful completion of a major electrical power testing project, and submit a personal recommendation.

Click here to go to Fiber Optics Designer (FOD) COOL Snapshot page.

The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Fiber Optics Designer (FOD) is an advanced-level professional credential for Fiber Optics Designers. The exam assesses candidates’ knowledge of optical local area networks. Candidates are expected to understand fiber optic system design from network protocols, network configurations, optical cabling, industry communications standards, determination of fiber count, hardware selection, splicing/termination methods, and cable system testing and documentation.

Click here to go to Wireless Device Certification Professional (WDCP) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 1 year

The Wireless Device Certification Professional (WDCP) is applicable for both Engineers and Technicians who are skilled and knowledgeable in the global regulatory requirements related to a wide range of wireless devices. The WDCP is a four-step process based on education, work experience, peer endorsement and examination. Applicants must provide specific record of acceptable post-secondary education and six years or more of experience in related device certification work. Post-secondary education requirements may be waived upon submission of a record of 10 years or more of related device certification work. Applicants must take and pass a written exam that tests their knowledge of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) fundamentals and specific understanding of wireless device testing. The written exam covers topics such as Electromagnetics, Certification Knowledge, Administration, Licensed and Unlicensed Devices and RF Exposure. Applicants who are already iNARTE Certified EMC Engineers or Technicians are exempt from taking Part I of the WDCP exam, EMC Fundamentals.

Click here to go to EMC Design Engineer Senior COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to EMC Design Engineer COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Apprentice COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Apprentice credential is an entry-level certification that demonstrates an individual's knowledge of on-site power generation equipment and systems. The Apprentice level exam provides technical college students, recent graduates, military personnel and other 1st or 2nd-year technicians with proof that the basic skill set has been met. The certification exam is written to assess knowledge that is necessary for proficient job performance. The exam includes questions about electricity and other topics relevant to the field of electrical generator systems.

Click here to go to Distributed Generation Certified Professional (DGCP) COOL Snapshot page.

The Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), Distributed Generation Certified Professional (DGCP) program is designed to provide recognition for professionals who have distinguished themselves as leaders in the distributed generation field. Distributed Generation refers to the on-site generation of energy, often electricity from renewable energy systems such as solar photovoltaics (PV) and small wind turbines. DGCPs are professionals with energy engineering expertise and educational degrees that include but are not limited to science, engineering, architecture, business, law, or finance. The designation DGCP identifies individuals who have demonstrated their experience, competence, proficiency, and ethical fitness, bringing to their professional activities and knowledge to the development and management to distributed generation projects.

Click here to go to Reliability Coordinator System Operator Certification (RC) COOL Snapshot page.

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Reliability Coordinator System Operator Certification (RC) is an intermediate-level credential for professionals who operate bulk electric systems. System Operators monitor power flows, voltages and status of equipment on the transmission system, and ensure the safe and reliable operation of the bulk electric system. Candidates for the RC are expected to have knowledge of resource and demand balancing, transmission, emergency preparedness, contingency analysis and reliability, and managing communications and data.

Click here to go to Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission System Operator Certification (BT) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission System Operator Certification (BT) is an intermediate-level credential for professionals who operate bulk electric systems. System Operators monitor power flows, voltages and status of equipment on the transmission system, and ensure the safe and reliable operation of the bulk electric system. Candidates for the BT are expected to have knowledge of resource and demand balancing, transmission, emergency preparedness, contingency analysis and reliability, and managing communications and data.

Click here to go to Transmission System Operator Certification (TO) COOL Snapshot page.

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Transmission System Operator Certification (TO) is an intermediate-level credential for professionals who operate bulk electric systems. System Operators monitor power flows, voltages and status of equipment on the transmission system, and ensure the safe and reliable operation of the bulk electric system. Candidates for the TO are expected to have knowledge of resource and demand balancing, transmission, emergency preparedness, contingency analysis and reliability, and managing communications and data.

Click here to go to Balancing and Interchange Operator Certification (BI) COOL Snapshot page.

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Balancing and Interchange Operator Certification (BI) is an intermediate-level credential for professionals who operate bulk electric systems. System Operators monitor power flows, voltages and status of equipment on the transmission system, and ensure the safe and reliable operation of the bulk electric system. Candidates for the BI are expected to have knowledge of resource and demand balancing, transmission, emergency preparedness, contingency analysis and reliability, and managing communications and data.

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ICAC

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NCCA

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IAS

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Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the rating (at least one critical task but less than 80%)

Most

Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the rating (at least 80%)

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Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience

Most – Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater)
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