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Minnesota Power Limited Technician License & Exam
Power Limited Technician Licensing & Exam Prep
Interested in becoming a Power Limited Technician in Minnesota? We have all the info you need to obtain your license. These licenses are administered by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. The board has set certain experience and exam requirements you must meet before they will issue a license.
At RocketCert, our goal is to make sure you're ready to pass the exam on your first try. To do this, we offer the best online exam prep available. Our easy-to-use courses come with practice tests, highlighting guides, instructor support and more. We also back our exam prep with a "no pass, no pay" policy, so you can feel confident in your investment. Sign up and start studying today!
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$299Minnesota PLT
Exam Prep -
$482$439Prep, Book, Tabs
Bundle
What type of work can be done with this license?
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Power Limited Technician
A power limited technician may install, alter, repair, plan, lay out, or supervise the installing, altering, repairing, planning, or laying out of electrical wiring, apparatus, or equipment for technology circuits or systems.
What are the requirements to getting a license?
MN Power Limited Technician License Requirements- Submit completed, signed, and notarized application with appropriate fees
- Schedule exam after approval letter is received
- Obtain at least 36 months of experience comprised of:
- planning for the installation of wiring, apparatus, and equipment for technology circuits or systems:
- minimum experience of zero months
- maximum credit allowance of six months
- laying out for the installation of wiring, apparatus, and equipment for technology circuits or systems:
- minimum experience of zero months
- maximum credit allowance of six months
- supervising the installation of wiring, apparatus, and equipment for technology circuits or systems:
- minimum experience of zero months
- maximum credit allowance of six months
- wiring for and installing technology circuit or system wiring, apparatus, and equipment:
- minimum experience of 12 months
- maximum credit allowance of 36 months
- maintaining and repairing technology circuit or system wiring, apparatus, and equipment:
- minimum experience of zero months
- maximum credit allowance of 24 months
- line work:
- minimum experience of zero months
- maximum credit allowance of zero months
- installing elevators:
- minimum experience of zero months
- maximum credit allowance of zero months
- wiring and maintaining process control circuits or systems:
- minimum experience of zero months
- maximum credit allowance of six months
- a maximum of up to 12 months or 2,000 hours of experience credit will be allowed for the successful completion of a two-year, post-high school electrical course or other technical training approved by the department
How do I obtain a license?
To apply for your license, contact the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry at 651-284-5012 or visit DLI website. The state requires 16 hours of continuing education prior to each renewal. Licenses expire every 2 years on the date it was issued.
With RocketCert, our education is written by a combination of professional educators and industry professionals. Our exam prep is guaranteed to help you pass the exam, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. We pride ourselves on providing industry leading customer service. Also, if you find a better original price on any online course that we offer, we will beat it by 10%.
Preparing to pass the State exam is a critical part of the licensing process. Failing the exam can result in substantial delays before you are able to work under your license. We offer industry leading exam prep and all of the required books, at an unbeatable price.
The Board will notify the applicant once they have been approved to take the examination. The applicant will apply to sit for the exam on the state board website. Testing centers are setup throughout the State in larger cities. Pre-approval is required from the state prior to scheduling the exam.
Upon passing the exam, a letter with instructions on how to apply for a license will be sent to the applicant. Have questions or concerns with this process (or just a lack of time)? Learn more about how we can assist with our Application Processing Program.
Which exam do I need to take?
You can schedule your exam after receiving the notice of pre-approval from the state.
Power Limited Technician Exam
- Number of questions: 80
- Passing Score: 70% correct
- Time allowed: 5 1/2 hours
- OPEN BOOK
Topics include (but are not limited to):
- Introduction
- Chapter 1: General
- Chapter 2: Wiring and Protection
- Chapter 3: Wiring Methods and Materials
- Chapter 4: Equipment for General Use
- Chapter 5: Special Occupancies
- Chapter 6: Speical Equipment
- Chapter 7: Special Conditions
- Chapter 8: Communication Systems
- Chapter 9: Tables
- Applied Electrical Theory, Electrical Systems and Equipment
How do I pass the exam?
The Minnesota exams are open book and based on the 2023 NEC. Our Bundle will include a copy of the NEC 2023 for studying, but the testing agency will provide a copy of the code book to be used during the actual exam. The tabs included in the bundle should be used with your copy of the code book in order to become familiar with the location of the content in the book. Unfortunately, our online course is NOT permitted to be accessed during the State exam.
Online Exam Prep Includes:
- Calculation Lessons - Here, we teach you math concepts and how to solve calculations on test day. Calculation topics include Ohm’s Law, voltage drop, transformers, motors, box fill, and allowable fill for raceway sizing.
- Highlighting Guides - Introduce the critical information in your book(s). This will familiarize you with each book’s content and its layout.
- Quizzes - These practice quizzes are based on each individual book/reference. They reinforce key concepts.
- Test Simulation / Practice Exam - Comprehensive exams randomly generated from our database of questions. Test simulations are restricted by time, and hints are disabled. Test simulations are as close to the real exam as you can get.
- Guide to Tabbing - This section includes tabbing books and other test taking strategies to keep calm and focused during the exam.
Minnesota Power Limited Technician Online Exam Prep
Lifetime Online Access to:
- Minnesota Power Limited Technician Online Exam Prep
Our Online Exam Prep features:
- Instant Online Access
- Start & Stop as needed
- Education Support Team
- No Pass No Pay Policy
Ideal for students who already own all references
$299
Minnesota Power Limited Technician Bundle
Includes the following courses:
- Minnesota Power Limited Technician Online Exam Prep
Plus the following:
- All the books to use during the exam
- Permanent/Pre-Printed Tabs
- Free Shipping!
- Instructor Support
- No Pass No Pay Policy
- Lifetime Access from nearly any device
The 2023 NEC can be used during the exam (Included in the bundle):
NEC 2023, NFPA 70: National Electrical Code
1 Book Tab Bundle
Permanent Blank Tabs - 375 Pack
Why should I choose RocketCert?
At RocketCert, we strive to be the best (while having fun in the process). This means having not only the best quality of education, but also industry leading technology. Best yet, we are here for you 7 days a week. Have a question or comment? Give us a call or contact us to send us a message. Ready to begin? Select your State above and start immediately. Of course, you can resume later!
Why pay for something knowing your time with it is limited? At RocketCert, we believe in offering lifetime access to your training, even though it will not be needed.
Our education is written industry experts. We believe in helping you with your career, and that help begins with offering best in class education.
We are here for you. Have a question? Need support? Our team is available 7 days a week for technical support. We pride ourselves in taking care of you.
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