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MECP Installer Exam Information

Basic Installer Certification

The Installer certification examination is a basic level, 150 question multiple choice examination broken down into three 50 question sections. The questions within the three sections can be further broken down into the nine categories listed below. The numbers in parentheses indicate the approximate portion of the 50 section question devoted to each subject matter. More information is available at the MECP web site.

Electrical Section Questions

1) Ohms Law (25-30%) - These are questions require the knowledge of Ohms Law formula and the math to solve a particular question. Many of these questions that require computation.

2) Electronic Components (45-50%) - These questions pertain to the physical electronic components such as capacitors, resistors, etc.. This also includes related topics like farads and henries.

3) Measurements & Applications (25-30%) - This classifies all questions having to do with situations where the knowledge needs to be applied and/or measured in some form. This also includes the application of units and scales such as dBs, amperes, etc..

Installation Knowledge and Technique Section Questions

4) Component Application and Usage (25-30%) - These questions pertain to the actual way a component is used or applied in an installation. An example is when (or when NOT to) install a noise filter or perhaps whether an open or closed circuit is appropriate.

5) Troubleshooting and Analysis (50-55%) - These questions deal with the diagnosis of incorrect installation procedures and/or components which don't operate properly.

6) Installation Techniques (15-20%) - This classifies all questions which deal directly with physical installation related procedures and/or concerns.

 Tools and Safety Section Questions

7) Measurement and Troubleshooting (50-55%) - This classifies all questions which directly address the measurement and troubleshooting of 12volt systems. This includes both the techniques and tools.

8) Power and Hand Tools (25-30%) - This classifies all questions which deal with tools that ARE NOT considered measurement and troubleshooting tools.

9) Safety Practice and Safety Equipment (15-20%) - This classifies all questions which deal with safety and proper use of safety equipment


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