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Raleigh, NC 27609
3101 Industrial Drive, Suite 206
Raleigh, NC 27609
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License Types
Below you will find a list of license types in the state of North Carolina.
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North Carolina Limited (L) Electrical Contractor
Exam Information
- There are 100 Questions on this exam.
- You have 6 hours to complete the exam.
- You must finish with a score of 70% to pass the exam.
References used
- 2020 National Electrical Code
- National Fire Alarm Code, 2013 Edition
- Laws Applicable to Electrical Contractors in North Carolina (General Statutes, Chapter 87, Article 4)
- North Carolina Electrical Contractor Board’s Rules (Title 21, NCAC, Chapter 18B)
- Lighting and Power Plans
- NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management - North Carolina Electrical Contractors' Edition
Click here for candidate information bulletin
Subject Area |
Number of Questions |
Bonding and Grounding | |
Overcurrent Protection | |
Wiring Methods and Terminations | |
Boxes and Fittings | |
Service Entrance and Equipment | |
Motors and Control Wiring | |
Special Occupancies and Hazardous Locations | |
Load Calculations | |
Appliances, Equipment, and Lighting | |
General | |
Laws, Rules, Basic Business Practices, and Practical Applications | |
Total |
North Carolina Intermediate (I) Electrical Contractor
Exam Information
- There are 100 Questions on this exam.
- You have 6 hours to complete the exam.
- You must finish with a score of 70% to pass the exam.
References used
- 2020 National Electrical Code
- National Fire Alarm Code, 2013 Edition
- Laws Applicable to Electrical Contractors in North Carolina (General Statutes, Chapter 87, Article 4)
- North Carolina Electrical Contractor Board’s Rules (Title 21, NCAC, Chapter 18B)
- Lighting and Power Plans
- NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management - North Carolina Electrical Contractors' Edition
Click here for candidate information bulletin
Subject Area |
Number of Questions |
Bonding and Grounding | |
Overcurrent Protection | |
Wiring Methods and Terminations | |
Boxes and Fittings | |
Service Entrance and Equipment | |
Motors and Control Wiring | |
Special Occupancies and Hazardous Locations | |
Load Calculations | |
Appliances, Equipment, and Lighting | |
General | |
Laws, Rules, Basic Business Practices, and Practical Applications | |
Total |
North Carolina Unlimited (U) Electrical Contractor
Exam Information
- There are 100 Questions on this exam.
- You have 6 hours to complete the exam.
- You must finish with a score of 70% to pass the exam.
References used
- 2020 National Electrical Code
- National Fire Alarm Code, 2013 Edition
- Laws Applicable to Electrical Contractors in North Carolina (General Statutes, Chapter 87, Article 4)
- North Carolina Electrical Contractor Board’s Rules (Title 21, NCAC, Chapter 18B)
- Lighting and Power Plans
- NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management - North Carolina Electrical Contractors' Edition
Click here for candidate information bulletin
Subject Area |
Number of Questions |
Bonding and Grounding | |
Overcurrent Protection | |
Wiring Methods and Terminations | |
Boxes and Fittings | |
Service Entrance and Equipment | |
Motors and Control Wiring | |
Special Occupancies and Hazardous Locations | |
Load Calculations | |
Appliances, Equipment, and Lighting | |
General | |
Laws, Rules, Basic Business Practices, and Practical Applications | |
Total |
North Carolina Specialty Restricted – Single Family Detached Residential Dwelling (SP-SFD)
Exam Information
- There are 40 Questions on this exam.
- You have 3 hours to complete the exam.
- You must finish with a score of 70% to pass the exam.
References used
- 2020 National Electrical Code
- National Fire Alarm Code, 2013 Edition
- Laws Applicable to Electrical Contractors in North Carolina (General Statutes, Chapter 87, Article 4)
- North Carolina Electrical Contractor Board’s Rules (Title 21, NCAC, Chapter 18B)
- Lighting and Power Plans
- NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management - North Carolina Electrical Contractors' Edition
Click here for candidate information bulletin
Subject Area |
Number of Questions |
Bonding and Grounding | |
Overcurrent Protection | |
Wiring Methods and Terminations | |
Boxes and Fittings | |
Service Entrance and Equipment | |
Motors and Control Wiring | |
Special Occupancies and Hazardous Locations | |
Load Calculations | |
Appliances, Equipment, and Lighting | |
General | |
Laws, Rules, Basic Business Practices, and Practical Applications | |
Total |
North Carolina Specialty Restricted –
Fire Alarm/Low Voltage (FA/LV)
Exam Information
- There are 50 Questions on this exam.
- You have 3 hours to complete the exam.
- You must finish with a score of 70% to pass the exam.
References used
- 2020 National Electrical Code
- National Fire Alarm Code, 2013 Edition
- Laws Applicable to Electrical Contractors in North Carolina (General Statutes, Chapter 87, Article 4)
- North Carolina Electrical Contractor Board’s Rules (Title 21, NCAC, Chapter 18B)
- Lighting and Power Plans
- NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management - North Carolina Electrical Contractors' Edition
Click here for candidate information bulletin
Subject Area |
Number of Questions |
Bonding and Grounding | |
Wiring Methods and Terminations | |
Boxes and Fittings | |
Motors and Control Wiring | |
Load Calculations | |
General | |
Laws, Rules, Basic Business Practices, and Practical Applications | |
Total |
North Carolina Specialty Restricted –
Plumbing and Heating
(SP-PH)
(SP-PH)
Exam Information
- There are 40 Questions on this exam.
- You have 3 hours to complete the exam.
- You must finish with a score of 70% to pass the exam.
References used
- 2020 National Electrical Code
- National Fire Alarm Code, 2013 Edition
- Laws Applicable to Electrical Contractors in North Carolina (General Statutes, Chapter 87, Article 4)
- North Carolina Electrical Contractor Board’s Rules (Title 21, NCAC, Chapter 18B)
- Lighting and Power Plans
- NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management - North Carolina Electrical Contractors' Edition
Click here for candidate information bulletin
Subject Area |
Number of Questions |
Bonding and Grounding | |
Overcurrent Protection | |
Wiring Methods and Terminations | |
Boxes and Fittings | |
Motors and Control Wiring | |
Load Calculations | |
Appliances, Equipment, and Lighting | |
General | |
Laws, Rules, Basic Business Practices, and Practical Applications | |
Total |
North Carolina Specialty Restricted – Electric Sign (ES)
Exam Information
- There are 40 Questions on this exam.
- You have 3 hours to complete the exam.
- You must finish with a score of 70% to pass the exam.
References used
- 2020 National Electrical Code
- National Fire Alarm Code, 2013 Edition
- Laws Applicable to Electrical Contractors in North Carolina (General Statutes, Chapter 87, Article 4)
- North Carolina Electrical Contractor Board’s Rules (Title 21, NCAC, Chapter 18B)
- Lighting and Power Plans
- NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management - North Carolina Electrical Contractors' Edition
Click here for candidate information bulletin
Subject Area |
Number of Questions |
Bonding and Grounding | |
Overcurrent Protection | |
Wiring Methods and Terminations | |
Boxes and Fittings | |
Load Calculations | |
Appliances, Equipment, and Lighting | |
General | |
Laws, Rules, Basic Business Practices, and Practical Applications | |
Total |
North Carolina Specialty Restricted – Elevator (EL)
Exam Information
- There are 40 Questions on this exam.
- You have 3 hours to complete the exam.
- You must finish with a score of 70% to pass the exam.
References used
- 2020 National Electrical Code
- National Fire Alarm Code, 2013 Edition
- Laws Applicable to Electrical Contractors in North Carolina (General Statutes, Chapter 87, Article 4)
- North Carolina Electrical Contractor Board’s Rules (Title 21, NCAC, Chapter 18B)
- Lighting and Power Plans
- NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management - North Carolina Electrical Contractors' Edition
Click here for candidate information bulletin
Subject Area |
Number of Questions |
Bonding and Grounding | |
Overcurrent Protection | |
Wiring Methods and Terminations | |
Boxes and Fittings | |
Motors and Control Wiring | |
Load Calculations | |
General | |
Laws, Rules, Basic Business Practices, and Practical Applications | |
Total |
North Carolina Specialty Restricted – Groundwater Pump (WP)
Exam Information
- There are 40 Questions on this exam.
- You have 3 hours to complete the exam.
- You must finish with a score of 70% to pass the exam.
References used
- 2020 National Electrical Code
- National Fire Alarm Code, 2013 Edition
- Laws Applicable to Electrical Contractors in North Carolina (General Statutes, Chapter 87, Article 4)
- North Carolina Electrical Contractor Board’s Rules (Title 21, NCAC, Chapter 18B)
- Lighting and Power Plans
- NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management - North Carolina Electrical Contractors' Edition
Click here for candidate information bulletin
Subject Area |
Number of Questions |
Bonding and Grounding | |
Overcurrent Protection | |
Wiring Methods and Terminations | |
Boxes and Fittings | |
Motors and Control Wiring | |
Load Calculations | |
General | |
Laws, Rules, Basic Business Practices, and Practical Applications | |
Total |
North Carolina Specialty Restricted – Swimming Pool Bonding (SP-SP)
Exam Information
- There are 25 Questions on this exam.
- You have 1 hour to complete the exam.
- You must finish with a score of 70% to pass the exam.
References used
- 2020 National Electrical Code
- National Fire Alarm Code, 2013 Edition
- Laws Applicable to Electrical Contractors in North Carolina (General Statutes, Chapter 87, Article 4)
- North Carolina Electrical Contractor Board’s Rules (Title 21, NCAC, Chapter 18B)
- Lighting and Power Plans
- NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management - North Carolina Electrical Contractors' Edition
Click here for candidate information bulletin
Subject Area |
Number of Questions |
Bonding and Grounding | |
Boxes and Fittings | |
Special Occupancies, and Hazardous Locations | |
Laws, Rules, Basic Business Practices, and Practical Applications | |
Total |