237 CMR, § 22.03

Current through Register 1538, January 3, 2025
Section 22.03 - 300 Hours of Education Required as a Prerequisite for Systems Technician Examination
(1) In order to qualify to sit for the Systems Technician (Class D) examination, each apprentice whose electrical work experience can be properly documented shall complete 300-clock-hours (75-clock-hour/Module) of education as a prerequisite for examination as a Systems Technician. Said education will be divided into 75 hour modules. The 300 hours of education shall include, but not be limited to, the following learning objectives:
(a) Module I:
1. Jobsite and Electrical Safety
2. Introduction to the National Electrical Code and Process
3. DC/Alarm Theory
4. Basic Math
(b) Module II:
a. Electrical Bonding and Grounding
b. Low Voltage Systems and Controls
c. Fire Warning and Security Systems
d. Design and Testing (NFPA 72)
(c) Module III:
a. National Electrical Code application of DC Theory
b. Massachusetts Electrical Code and Amendments ( 527 CMR 12.00)
c. Wiring Methods
(d) Module IV:
a. Fiber, Data and Communications Wiring and Systems
b. Massachusetts Laws and Regulations Pertaining to Electrical Wiring
c. Conduct of Technicians and Apprentices Including Inspection Requirements
d. General Review of all subjects covered
(2) The Board may set additional course requirements by Board-policy statements issued periodically as developments in the profession so require.

237 CMR, § 22.03