Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Journeyman
Credential: Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Journeyman
Credentialing Agency: Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA)
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.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Journeyman
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 3 years
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements 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
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
Applicants must have a minimum of three years of 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
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RECERTIFICATION
Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Journeyman
Renewal Period: 5 years