Electrical Books I Recommend - Books From My Apprenticeship
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- Опубліковано 16 лют 2022
- Here is every textbook that I received during my electrician apprenticeship with IBEW Local 48. I often get asked what electrical books I would recommend, and in this video I answer just that.
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Just got my letter today that I passed my aptitude test. I've watched all your videos on the whole process throughout the whole process and i mean it when i say youve been beyond helpful. My interview is in 2 weeks and with your help im feeling real confident. Hopefully it all goes well so i can start my apprenticeship at 19 years old!
Hey DeeJay!
Wow, that’s so awesome to hear! This is the reason why I make these videos, so I’m beyond stoked to hear that they’ve been so beneficial for you! I really wished that a resource like mine existed when I was going through the apprenticeship application process, so I’m excited to I get to be that resource for people now.
I’m wishing you the best of luck on your interview! You got this!! ⚡️
Hey DeeJay, I’m also 19 and am looking into a career in the field! Congratulations!
Hey jay how did the interview go?
@@RandomFaceFacts man it was brutal, it was about 20 minutes. Theres 8 of them around a table and they only ask ONE question. "Please tell us about yourself". I was expecting and prepared for all types of questions. I held my own but very brutal. Hope I get the gig
@@ImDeejay have they called you back after the interview ??
Hey man I got my letter this week letting me know I ranked 1st in the interviews and I start work Monday. I'm sure I don't speak for myself when I say that your videos were a massive help. Especially with the portfolio and the interview. Thank you.
I am a retired Master Electrician in NH. I went through the program but 40 years ago a 2 year program! I am so excited to have discover you tube site. I just got asked to do a workshop on being an electrician for some High School girls. You cover and explains many things I will use in my talk. I loved being an electrician and running my own business focusing on old work residential wiring.
Pretty cool to see someone so proud of their job and pushing to know more and be competent. I struggle with the motivation with that sometimes.
I’ve recommended your videos to a lot of people that want to apply to the program. It has been very helpful to many
I got into the apprenticeship this year! Found out my results Wednesday! I’ve been a CW in local 760 in Knoxville TN since June so I’m super pumped rn!
I’m still on 12 grade highschool, but after that, I’m going to tradeschool for electrician CT, and I’ll loved to have all this books to prepare myself. Godbless you, awesome video!!🙏🏼
Whats up man! I just wanted to say I followed your videos closely, passed my aptitude test, totally rocked my interview and just received my ranks for both the Inside apprenticeship and the Residential apprenticeship program with Local 280 in Tangent. I didn't rank as well as I had wished for the Inside program, BUT I ranked extremely well for the Residential program. I want to say THANK YOU for sharing your experiences. It helped me out a great deal. Now just waiting for the call 👍
Watching this particular video was super intimidating, compared to your others, simply because my first thought was just having all of this super-complex information thrown at me in rapid succession. But in reality, I'm sure all of this is covered at a sensible pace, with each new lesson building from the foundation of the last. I used to frankly suck at mathematics back in high school until I got a tutor, but that made all the difference. It was just a matter of filling in the blanks, since it all fits together, with the complex resting upon the simple.
Incredible video Stephen! Thanks for providing such important information for other tradespeople to learn from.
Thank you! It’s pretty crazy how much time goes into a video like this. I try to put out my best, so it makes me happy to hear when people find value in it! ⚡️
recently did the interview and scored an 80.75% hopefully its enough to get a call! i appreciate all ur tips.
I finally got selected for the apprenticeship program with IBEW Local 236!!! COVID and other economic factors kept me waiting for almost 2 years even after I ranked 5th on the applicant waiting list. I am beyond excited to finally get started! Thanks bro!
Congratulations. I'm already a LE apprentice. But I just got accepted to the high voltage inside program. I'm super excited
I’m a big fan and you helped me get into the apprenticeship and I’ve been working for 6 months and love it so far. It would be helpful if you could make a video on how you study for tests and tips for getting a higher grade
Hey Beau!
I’m so happy to hear that! It’s such a great career and even if I just played a small role in helping make that a reality for you then that fire me up! 🔥
I definitely plan on doing a video about that at some point. It will cover those sorts of topics. Basically tips for being a good student during your apprenticeship 🙌🏼
It might be a little ways out because I have other videos planned for the short term, but stay tuned and I’ll make it happen ⚡️
Very good job.
Thank you.
These are the videos I needed 🙌🏻
I got lots more in the works! ⚡️🤘🏼⚡️
@@MadElectrician thanks brother. I'm moving to vegas and pursuing a new trade joining the union there no applications at this time but definitely preparing myself in the meantime 😁 your videos have been helping a lot.
As an electrical engineer we also use the nfpa70e and uglys.
Thanks for all the info man 👌🏻
Currently been on the POE list since august. Really want to start my apprenticeship soon just seems like it’s taking forever
It’s my pleasure!
Have you called to see where you are at on this list now? Do you have any sort of estimated timeline for when you will get in?
Thanks for watching! ⚡️
@@MadElectrician it tells us how many people scored better then us and also with the same score as us, I got an 84 on the interview and it says there are 10 people ahead and 16 tied. This is what it has said since October
I had my interview panel today! Waiting to hear back from the local 48 on what my rank is .. and what happens from there !! 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼
Hey Sage!
First, congrats on making it to your interview and getting through it! It’s not easy even to get to that point and I remember how nerve wrecking it can be.
Wishing you the best of luck! I hope to hear a great score from you soon! ⚡️
Its hard for me to figure out what I want to do after high school but electrician work looks really interesting, I just always think I'm somehow supposed to know everything about a job or career path before doing any actual schooling or training for it, I hate not knowing what I'm supposed to do, but your videos have been a really good insight into what some of this entails.
Can you please make a video about PV solar panels in the future plz would be very helpful thank you
Hey man, I miss the coffee grinding and sipping intro you used to do.
Hey David!
I’m testing this video out to see if it makes a difference in retention rate by cutting it out of the video. I’ll most likely still keep it and bring it back for my future videos though! This is good feedback, so thank you! ⚡️☕️
What are some good projects to work on to add to your portfolio?
Hey I have a specific question.
I’m currently a pre apprentice in local 110. Do you know will I still have to interview and take the aptitude test to start the actual apprenticeship?
Side note I’ve previously reached 2nd year in another local obviously passed the interview and aptitude test about 5 years back, will that come into play? Or will I have to basically start over? Love your content! Thanks a lot
Mad Electrician question I’m thinking about buying a fully enclosed utility trailer for my lawn care business and I want to install an electrical panel and inverter with built in transfer switch and shore power connector so I’m wondering should I connect a ground wire to the trailer frame so that the frame is grounded when pluged in to shore power
what books you recommend for a beginner that is brand new to this field?
Hey , i had a question. If you do the electrician trade school at a college, does it make your apprenticeship time less? Or do you still have to do the same apprenticeship that someone who didnt go to the school did?
I've been watching your channel since December and have decided to go for it. I'm 38 so i had to brush up on some math for a couple of months. I applied a little over 1 month ago to the local 99 and haven't heard anything yet. Is that unusual? What are some time lines?
Question: After getting ranked, how long did you have to wait before getting called in for class?
Just recently failed my aptitude test. I got a 4 when a 5 is the passing score. Guess I’ll get ‘em next time
Do those books only work in the US? I am from Canada. Obviously the NEC books would since Canada has its own separate electrical code, but the other books? Thanks.
Hello I'm currently studying for my aptitude test. I wanted to know what portions on Algebra and Pre Algebra should I focus on most for this test. Im currently using Khan Academy like you recommend just wanted so clear insight to make sure I use my study time effectively .Thanks!!!!
Did you pass the test? I'd be interested to know what kinds of mathematics are covered on the aptitude test, as well.
No Delmar's?
Hello Steven, I am going to be getting out of the navy here soon, I want to be a Residential/Commerical electrician when I get out and I wanted to see if you think it'd be smart to go to college for an associate in Electrical Construction or to go straight into apprenticeship. Also, how would an associates effect my time as an apprentice if at all.
I have a question for ibew 48. Do they charge member dues when you are apprentice or only when you get your license?
Hey I'm going to take the aptitude test next week. I applied to my local area, but my main goal is to move to a different state sometime next year or maybe sooner, can I transfer during my apprenticeship? If not, will it be best to just apply to the other union instead ? Thank you
I’m not an electrician, I am an electronics technician and I have worked with motors and PLC’s, they’re so much fun in my opinion, I also took DC and AC theory and it was a fun time back at college, a lot of math and physics but it was worth it.
where is the description of the book code calculation?
What type of electrician are you?
Dude I'm at a gm apprenticeship and they don't even offer this and I feel so disadvantaged that I need to search for answers ,but if it wasn't for my journeyman wanted to give me his books from his apprenticeship outside of GM and he didn't have the 1st and 2nd year I wouldn't even stumbled on this. I searched the web and found you ty. Dude. Btw is applicable in NYS? Shoot me a message and lmk. Thanks .
Hey bro; with the books on Upstryve, will these be compatible for Australian electricians?
Passed my aptitude test first try and had my interview 3 month ago. Rank #60 still waiting what should I do?
Hey Stephen, long time watcher/first time commenting haha. I just had my interview for Seattle and am sort of unsure of what to think. I am currently ranked 98, but they're very unclear of when classes will start (not sure if months-long concrete strike is holding up everything else). Basically what I'm asking is this: given that all Locals are different, do you have a rough idea of what rank # should start seriously considering preparing for a second interview (taking classes, etc.)? Thanks so much!
Hey, thanks for reaching out!
I’m happy to hear that you’ve been enjoying the videos!
Based off of how things were when I got in, anything under 120 was probably good enough to make it in; however, things have changed a little bit. Our local is interviewing every month now rather than once ever 3-6 months. That means that people get pushed back further on the list faster than before because there are always people ranking higher than them. No you probably need to rank in probably the top 35 or so to make it in. Again, that’s just here though, and that’s an educated guess.
I don’t think they are interviewing as frequently there, so it’s very possible that 98 is a good enough rank. You should definitely be proud of it considering how many people are constantly applying.
I have 2 brother in laws that are a part of Local 46 so I’ll reach out to them and see what they think. 👍🏼
Here is what he said:
“Hey man! My initial thought is 98 is pretty high. However I know that 46 is pushing for new applicants. Business should be picking up soon so 98 might make it in. I would recommend to him taking a college class or get a stockman job to help boost their score.”
@@MadElectrician Thanks a lot for doing that! -- I was kinda thinking the same thing. It can't hurt to take classes while I wait: my only dilemma is that remodeling is going pretty well right now so I'd have to consider if it would be worth the short term to switch over to stockman job. It's funny I almost wish my score was just a bit higher so that I would KNOW very clearly what to do! Your videos have helped a TON, and you answering my question personally has meant a lot. Thanks, Stephen.
how long after u apply for the apprenticeship till you take the aptitude test?
Got my results for my rank….. 682! Lol, sounds like the union won’t be calling me anytime soon. Looks like I need to find myself some hands on experience/ education. #ChallengeAccepted #SeeYouIn6Months
That’s 100% the right attitude!
I completely understand how much of a bummer that is, especially after spending so much time to make it to that point. I’m sorry that you didn’t make it this time around.
Like you said, don’t give up. Take what you’ve learned through this process and commit yourself to becoming the best possible candidate for the apprenticeship that you can be. It often takes multiple attempts to make it in, so just consider this all a part of the process. If I can be a help by answering any more questions or anything for you then feel
free to reach out.
Stoked for the day that you finally make it in! ⚡️
💪🏼💪🏼❤️❤️🚀🔥
I’m 35 and have been doing electrical for almost 10 years , without ever being in the union .. chose to go thru trade school and jump companies to get my raises (ur vids make me wish I went the apprentice route)… I’m studying to take my journeyman exam..: what would the process be like And do you recommend joining a union for the first time with a general electrician license ? And would I have to start out at low pay ? Thanks
@MarlinFoundNemo thanks for the feedback
Boy I sure wished local 158 paid for our books, they're stupid expensive 😢 and we don't make much at all and it ain't cheap to live in GB
Do i have to do the apprenticeship for 5 years even if i've completed 2 years electrical engineering technology in college ? Please let me know , thank you so much
The union can negotiate with you. Sometimes they honor previous education and sometimes not. Wish I had better info fro your secific case
Can u tell me please what's the number of market share in LU 48 please? // And how to join so fast to the LU 48 😢 should i join to CW/CE program? Or join IEC then apply for the union?
Many thanks 😢❤️
Hey, great question!
I actually don’t know the number of market share that we have here at Local 48. I do know that it’s relatively big though, as we have a very strong union presence here in the Portland, Oregon area. It’s one of the reasons that our wages are so good ($53.85/ hr plus benefits package).
If you’re looking for a good way to get your foot in the door, I would start off by becoming a material handler! It’s a great way to start working in the Local and to get familiar with everything, while also gaining the necessary experience to rank well in an interview!
You can stop by our union hall to apply to become a material handler. You can also ask about the pre-apprenticeship, which is another great way to appear more qualified for getting in.
There are some people who end up going the non-union route and then switching over later. That works too, but if your end goal is to join the IBEW then I would recommend trying your best to start out with them.
I have videos talking about how the whole process works!
Hope that helps! ⚡️
@@MadElectrician
Many thanks, but u know what's the difference between material handler and CW/CE program? Or all of these 2 programs are the same without no difference between each other? // And how many months or years will these take if i joined to material handler?
Hey bro, I'm a first year apprentice, I'll be a second Year this next April, I know that the next year I'll be taking AC theory, but I don't know what is next, can you tell me what classes did you have each year
Yeah man!
1st term - Introduction to the basics
2nd term - DC Theory
3rd term - Transformers, Diodes, etc
4th term - Grounding and Bonding
5th term - AC Theory
6th term - Motors and Motor Controls
7th term - PLC’s
8th term - Fire Alarm
9th term - Foreman Development, BIM Modeling and Osha 30
10th term- JW Exam Prep (Code Review)
There is always more info sprinkled into each term but that’s the main topics of each term here at local 48.
@@MadElectrician thanks bro, greetings from Local 613 Atlanta, GA
Total cost on amazon minus 2 books that wasnt found on amazon with the links provided was 546.01 😵
Some of these may be outdated at this point and it might be more spendy to get the older versions than the newer versions.
@@MadElectrician thanks, btw which ones would be books you could read cover to cover? I bought an ugly's since I was interested in learning and am not currently an electrician (working towards it), but it's like trying to memorize things you'd have to be in the field for.
Awesome video/s! Really insightful and true to the experience. I just turned out at Local 40. Joining the IBEW was the best decision I ever made, although I wish I had moved home to join through Local 48 instead. Either way, I’m glad I’m in.
Have you taken your final exam? If so, how was it? I’m from Portland and looking to move back to work out of 48. That exam is in my future! Any pointers?
Anyways, keep up the good content!
I'm 29 and am thinking of going to the tech school in my area for the electrician program. Is getting started with this journey at 30 too late?
that's about how old I was when I got in. I take 3 weeks vacation a year, own a house, an Audi and a boat and sent two kids thru college and have medical insurance all on IBEW pay. I worked hard and became a foreman as soon as I could. GO FOR IT!
I think he said the average age of journeymen turned out is 41, so there are younger and older. 29 is a great age to get started, judging by the information he's presented.
Where ya been dude
Thanks for asking man!
I’ve been so so busy and also just try to slow down a little bit 😢
I’m actually finishing up a script right now for a new video though! (Reflecting on my 5 year Apprenticeship as a New Journeyman).
My goal is to film it and post it next week!
That’s so awesome man congrats haha I’ve been a material handler for about 8 months now so yea I know the grind for real now lol. I’ll be re-interviewing to get in to the apprenticeship soon. your videos have definitely helped me through this process, thank you and good luck brother.
@@MadElectrician is it true that people who go to trade school have a harder time getting hired????? I was told nothing about ibew before I got my trade degree
Do you ever plan to get your masters electrician license in the future
Hey Drake!
Here in Oregon a master electricians license is actually called a supervisors license. I hear that it is extremely difficult to pass, but I think I am up for the challenge! I believe that I need to work in the field as a journeyman for 8000 hours first before I am eligible to test for it, so it will be a while before I can try. I would like to keep learning, studying, and staying up to date with code and calculations even after I finish my apprenticeship so that I won’t have to relearn everything when the time comes ⚡️
@@MadElectrician do you know any law and business practices exams websites or books you would recommend and same for electrician practice exams thanks your really helpful
Is it possible to switch locals?
yes
What happens when you fail tests during apprenticeship schooling?
I think he said in another video that you can take it again in 6 months, so if you fail, just try to remember what portions you struggled on and study hard in those 6 months.
I was also wondering about the tests that you still take while your doing your schooling 1x a week. About what the process is if you fail a test. And howmany times can you retake it
Hey Stephen give me a call. Thanks Tim Henry
Hey Tim!
Just had a chance to see this and listen to your voicemail. I tried calling back but no answer. Feel free to call back when you can. I’m off work now and should be able to answer.
Stephen Leave me your email address. Thanks, Tim
AC Theory is easy
Certain aspects of it definitely are. I think personally it was actually one of my bests terms during my apprenticeship, but for some people it can be pretty tricky because of all of the math.
Thanks for watching! ⚡️
@@MadElectrician AC combo are tricky. You have to do a lot of changing from polar to rectangular to combine branches
Textbook Mad Electrician video...You can talk about anything and make it into a captivating video. SHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESH!
If only I had that smooth audiobook- grade voice like you.
Merged together we would be unstoppable ⚡️😂
@@MadElectrician collab channel, say less
Hey Stephen 👋
If I wanted to email you. Is there an email address I could use?
TOM HENRY IS THE BIGGEST GOAT EVER (facts).
Also I paid for all my books I believe and I can't remember how much they were but I'd guess anywhere from $500-2,000 total for 5 years.
Brae, no kidding!
In preparing for this video I got permission from each publisher to show the inside of their books in my video. I had an over half hour long conversation with Tim Henry (Tom’s son) on the phone and he is straight up one of the most genuine and nicest guys I’ve talked to. Their books are top tier! ⚡️
That sounds about right. I’m definitely very grateful for what was given to me.
@@MadElectrician dang thats crazy prep work, yet super awesome