[RE-wrenches] NABCEP Test: Codebook or Handbook?

[Michael Kelly]

Michael,

Thanks for passing that along.  And thanks to Rebecca for clearing that up.

- Mike

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On Tue, Jan 20, 2009 at 6:34 PM, Michael Welch <
michael.welch at re-wrenches.org> wrote:

> Hi Gang.
>
> Rebecca Eaton, Exec. Dir. of NABCEP asked me to pass this on to you. If you
> have any questions about NABCEP policy and regs, please contact her directly
> at <reaton at nabcep.org> or (800) 654-0021.
>
> Per the Candidate Information Handbook Section 6.2 on www.nabcep.org,
> following is some detail about what is provided during the exam. Please note
> that NABCEP has always used the Casio fx 260 solar Fraction calculator.
> Fortunately, when supplies need to be replenished, this model has remained
> available, although that may not always be the case.
>
> *6.2 What to Bring to the Exam
> *
> The NABCEP certification exam is designed to be completed with the aid of
> the National Electrical Code(R). The text and materials required to take the
> test will be provided for each candidate at the test site, including:
>
> *1. 2008 National Electrical Code, NFPA 70
> *2. Calculator (For example, a Casio fx260, a Texas Instruments TI-30Xa,
> or a similar model)
> 3. Two #2 pencils
>
> All materials will be returned to the Proctor at the end of the exam, where
> they will be inspected. No changes are to be made to the National Electrical
> Code(R) text or to the calculators, and under no condition will these items
> leave the testing room at any time.
>
> In addition to the materials that NABCEP will supply, candidates may bring
> water in a closeable container. No other food items are allowed in the
> testing room. Any personal items or supplies needed during the examination
> must be encased in a clear plastic bag, no larger than 8.5" X 11" in size.
> Please be advised that due to circumstances beyond our control, examination
> sites may experience minor disturbances. It is recommended that candidates
> who are sensitive to noise bring earplugs.
>
> *6.3 What Not to Bring to the Examination
> *
> Unauthorized supplies will be subject to removal by the testing officials
> at the examination site. The following items are NOT allowed in the
> examination room and will be confiscated during the exam and returned
> afterward:
>
> " Watches – a clock will be provided in the room.
> " Any part of workbooks and materials, bound or loose-leaf notes.
> " Handwritten and typewritten notes are not allowed.
> " Pull-off labels, removable tabs, paper clips, or metal clamps.
> " Paper, writing tablets, or notepads.
> " Highlighters.
> " Personal calculators and electronic organizers.
> " Cameras, tape recorders, or computers.
> " Pagers, electronic transmitting devices, or telephones.
> " Canisters of mace, pepper spray, or other personal defense items.
> " Purses, briefcases, portfolios, fanny packs, or backpacks – a space
> within the testing room will be provided for you to leave bags of this kind.
> Any personal supplies that you need in the exam with you (inhalers, extra
> glasses, tissues) should be placed in a clear plastic bag no larger than
> 8.5" x 11.
>
>
>
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