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Key Facts: WI Electrician Exam
70%
Passing Score
WI DSPS
100
Questions
DSPS
4 hrs
Time Limit
DSPS
2017 → 2023
NEC Transition Oct. 1, 2026
WI DSPS
Wisconsin's Journeyman Electrician exam requires 70% to pass and is listed as 100 questions in 4 hours. Use the 2017 NEC for exams through September 30, 2026, and the 2023 NEC beginning October 1, 2026.
Sample WI Electrician Practice Questions
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1Which agency administers the Journeyman Electrician license in Wisconsin?
2Wisconsin has reciprocity for journeyman electrician licenses with which state(s)?
3What NEC edition does Wisconsin currently base its Journeyman Electrician exam on?
4How is the Wisconsin Journeyman Electrician exam administered differently from many other states?
5According to NEC 2017 Article 210.12, where are AFCI protections required in dwelling units?
6What is the minimum passing score required on the Wisconsin Journeyman Electrician exam?
7Per NEC 2017 Article 210.8(A), GFCI protection is required for 125-volt, 15- and 20-ampere receptacles installed in which of the following locations in a dwelling unit?
8According to NEC 2017 Table 310.16, what is the ampacity of a 12 AWG copper conductor with THHN insulation at 30°C ambient temperature?
9Per NEC 2017 Article 250.66, what is the minimum size copper grounding electrode conductor required for a 2/0 AWG copper service-entrance conductor?
10According to NEC 2017 Article 430.52, the maximum branch circuit short-circuit and ground-fault protective device for a single motor using an inverse time breaker is what percentage of the motor full-load current?
About the WI Electrician Exam
The Wisconsin Journeyman Electrician exam is authorized by DSPS, offered at DSPS and Pearson VUE test locations, and based on SPS 305, SPS 316, and the NEC edition assigned to the exam date. DSPS lists 100 questions, 4 hours, and a 70% passing score. Wisconsin has reciprocity pathways with Iowa and New Hampshire.
Exam sponsor: Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
100 questions
Time Limit
4 hours
Passing Score
70%
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
Licensing, Exam Rules & Wisconsin Administration
SPS 305 credential rules, exam logistics, SPS 316 administration, and current Wisconsin amendments
Electrical Theory, General Rules & Calculations
Electrical theory, NEC definitions, working space, conductor ampacity, load calculations, and overcurrent protection
Wiring Methods & Materials
Raceways, cable types, boxes, fittings, conduit fill, and installation requirements
Grounding, Bonding & Services
Grounding electrode systems, bonding requirements, service entrance, and feeder sizing
Equipment, Special Systems & Occupancies
Luminaires, appliances, HVAC, motors, transformers, hazardous locations, healthcare, pools, emergency power, renewable energy, and signaling systems
Preparing for the WI Electrician Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 4 hours
- Exam / certification fees: DSPS-site fee shown in LicensE; Pearson VUE fee is $95 Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
- Work through all 315 available questions
- Review every answer and explanation
- Track weak areas and revisit them
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
WI Electrician: Suggested Study Strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
Which NEC edition does Wisconsin use for the electrician exam?
It depends on the exam date. DSPS authorizes the 2017 NEC for exams through September 30, 2026, and the 2023 NEC beginning October 1, 2026. Confirm the date and reference list on the DSPS Journeyman Electrician exam page before testing.
Does Wisconsin have reciprocity with other states?
Wisconsin lists reciprocity pathways for Iowa and New Hampshire on DSPS Form 3106. Each pathway has its own licensing, experience, and education conditions, so holding either state license does not by itself guarantee Wisconsin eligibility.
Is the Wisconsin exam administered by PSI?
No. Apply through DSPS LicensE. After authorization, candidates may select a DSPS test location or a Pearson VUE location; DSPS warns that a candidate who selects Pearson VUE cannot later switch that session back to a DSPS location.
Is the Wisconsin electrician exam open book?
Yes. DSPS permits the assigned NEC/handbook, SPS 305 and SPS 316 with printed notes in one three-ring binder, and up to two additional printed bound references. Loose paper, removable tabs, sticky notes, paper clips, practice exams, and prior exam questions are prohibited; factory-supplied codebook tabs and three-ring binder dividers are allowed.
How do I qualify to take the Wisconsin Journeyman Electrician exam?
DSPS Form 3106 lists three routes: completion of a recognized construction electrical apprenticeship; 48 months and 8,000 hours of electrical experience; or at least 1,000 hours per year for 5 years. Full-time electrical study may receive 500 hours per semester, up to 2,000 hours and 2 years.
How many questions are on the exam and what score is required?
The DSPS credential checklist lists 100 questions and a 4-hour session. DSPS requires a score of 70% or higher to pass.
How much does the exam cost and where can I test?
DSPS-site pricing is displayed during LicensE scheduling. The current DSPS Pearson fee schedule lists $95 for the Journeyman Electrician exam. Testing is in person at a selected DSPS or Pearson VUE site; remote testing is not listed.
What happens if I fail?
Use the result notice and LicensE instructions to schedule another attempt and pay a new fee. DSPS does not publish a fixed waiting period, and only one session may be scheduled at a time. A failed-exam review may be requested within 3 months for the listed review fee, but not within 7 days of a retake.