Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Apprentice
Credential: Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Apprentice
Credentialing Agency: Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA)
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.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Apprentice
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience
- 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
Other REQUIREMENTS
The Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Apprentice credential has the following other requirements:
- EGSA offers education grants for veterans, for more information visit the Education Grant for Veterans page.
Written Exam
- Basic Electricity
- Prime Movers
- Generators/Alternators
- Engine Generator Instrumentation
- Governors
- Automatic Transfer Switches
- Voltage Regulators
- Multiple Generator Switchgear & 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 - Apprentice examination:
- Best Sources
- General References
- Related Courses
RECERTIFICATION
Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Apprentice
Renewal Period: 5 years
Additional considerations for the Electrical Generator Systems Technician Certification - Apprentice include:
- Applicants for the Apprentice-Level Certification are encouraged to:
- have up to 2 years of experience, or
- be technical college students, or recent graduates, or
- be military personnel.