Nstrument Control & Electrician Test
Nstrument Control & Electrician Test
Nstrument Control & Electrician Test
The 2178 Instrument Control and Electrician (ICE) Technician Test is a job knowledge test
designed to cover the major knowledge areas necessary to perform the job. This Guide contains
strategies to use for taking tests and a study outline, which includes knowledge categories, major job
activities, and study references.
TEST SESSION
It is important that you follow the directions of the Test Administrator exactly. If you have any
questions about the testing session, be sure to ask the Test Administrator before the testing begins.
During testing, you may NOT leave the room, talk, smoke, eat, or drink. Since some tests take
several hours, you should consider these factors before the test begins.
All questions on this test are multiple-choice format and have four possible answers. All knowledge
tests will be taken on the computer. Consult the following link and click on Computer Based Testing
for more information: All questions on this test are multiple-choice format and have four possible
answers. All knowledge tests will be taken on the computer. Consult the following link and click on
Computer Based Testing.
The test has a three hour time limit. A non-programmable scientific calculator will be provided
for you to use during the test. The calculator provided during the test session will be:
Texas Instruments TI-36X
You will NOT be able to bring or use your own calculator during testing.
You will receive a Test Comment form so that you can make comments about test questions. Write
any comments you have and turn it in with your test when you are done.
INTRODUCTION
The 2178 Instrument Control and Electrician (ICE) Test contains multiple-choice questions and
may also contain hot spot questions. The purpose of this section is to help you to identify some
special features of a multiple-choice test and to suggest techniques for you to use when taking one.
Your emotional and physical state during the test may determine whether you are prepared to do your
best. The following list provides common sense techniques you can use before the test begins.
CONFIDENCE
If you feel confident about passing the test, you may lose some of your anxiety. Think of the test as a way of
demonstrating how much you know, the skills you can apply, the problems you can solve, and your good
judgment capabilities.
PUNCTUALITY
Arrive early enough to feel relaxed and comfortable before the test begins.
CONCENTRATION
Try to block out all distractions and concentrate only on the test. You will not only finish faster but you
will reduce your chances of making careless mistakes. If possible, select a seat away from others
who might be distracting. If lighting in the room is poor, sit under a light fixture. If the test room
becomes noisy or there are other distractions or irregularities, mention them to the Test Administrator
immediately.
READ CRITICALLY
Read all directions and questions carefully. Even though the first or second answer choice looks
good, be sure to read all the choices before selecting your answer.
REVIEW
If time permits, review your answers. Do the questions you skipped previously. When testing on a computer,
make sure each multiple choice question has a dot next to the correct answer.
Remember the techniques described in this section are only suggestions. You should follow the test taking
methods that work best for you.
ELECTRONICS (7 OF ITEMS)
Includes knowledge of basic electronic theory, circuitry, electronic symbols, solid state theory, diodes,
transistors, and AC/DC voltage regulators. 2
CONTROLS/PROGRAMMING (4 ITEMS)
Includes knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLC) and associated equipment, such as HMI screen,
router, power supply, UPS, etc.
SAFETY
2011 National Electric Code.
Federal OSHA Standards, 29CFR, Sections 1910.137, 1910.331 to 1910.335, &1926.957.
www.OSHA.gov.us.
ELECTRONICS
Electronics Principles, 8th Edition, by Albert P Malvino.
Electricity One-Seven, 3rd Edition, by Harry Mileaf.
TEST EQUIPMENT
Electricity One-Seven, 3rd Edition, by Harry Mileaf.
Measurement and Control Basics, 3 rd Edition, by T.A. Hughes.
Instrumentation 4th ed, by F, Kirk, T Weedon, P Kirk (2005).
2011 National Electric Code.
http://www.csanyigroup.com/download/knowledge/ansi-ieee-device-numbers
MATH
Math The Easy Way, 3rd Edition, by Prindle & Prindle.
Trigonometry The Easy Way, 3rd Edition, by Douglas Downing.
CONTROLS/PROGRAMMING
Programmable Logic Controllers, by W. Bolton.
Instrumentation 4th ed, by F, Kirk, T Weedon, P Kirk (2005).
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