Date : 16 July 2015

Company : R. A. MOJICA and PARTNERS

Subject : ON-THE-JOB TRAINING OUTLINE for
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING STUDENTS
Topic : O.J.T. TEST NO. 1

A. Introduction to the NEC / PEC.

1. What is the main purpose of the Electrical Code?
2. If the words SHALL and SHALL NOT are used in the Code, what does this
signify?

B. Article 100 - Definitions.

1. As defined by the Code, for a switch to be accessible without the use of a ladder
or hookstick, what should be the maximum height from the finished floor line to the
switch toggle?
2. As discussed in the Code, in a City or Municipality here in the Philippines, who is
the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) ?
3. What is the difference between EXPOSED and CONCEALED conduit
installations?
4. What are three main functions of a CIRCUIT BREAKER?
5. What are the four (4) main rooms that are permanent provisions for a DWELLING
UNIT?
6. What is the particular enclosure rating type for it to be marked as Raintight /
Watertight / Corrosion-Resistant?
7. In one single word, what is the main purpose of GROUNDING in an Electrical
System?
8. In power service, what is the difference between NOMINAL VOLTAGE and
UTILIZATION VOLTAGE?
9. What are the four (4) principal causes of INSULATION FAILURE occurring during
and after installation, aside from possible chemical attack, sunlight and excessive
voltage stresses.
10. For a typical 400 Volts system, what is the minimum clear distance for working
spaces under Condition-1?
11. For electrical panelboards, the panel door should open or swing at least how
many degrees?

Prepared by :

MANNY M. DE GUZMAN
R. A. Mojica and Partners page-1
9127 LA BANDA STREET , GUADALUPE NUEVO , CITY OF MAKATI 1212 , PHILIPPINES
Tel. +63.2.8822775 7284005 E-mail add: ramp@ramojicapartners.com , mmd.eng@ramojicapartners.com Fax. +63.2.8822776 7284006