Low Voltage Electrical License | Monroe County (GITS©)

A Low Voltage Specialty Electrical Contractor is qualified and certified to install, fabricate, erect, repair, alter, add to or change any electrical wiring, fixtures, appliances, thermostats, apparatus, raceways and conduit, or any part thereof, not to exceed ninety-eight (98) volts, which generates, transmits, transforms or utilizes electrical energy, when those items are for the purpose of transmitting any form of light, heat or communications, including but not limited to telephone, radio, computer and data. A low voltage specialty electrical contractor may connect to an existing separate circuit of approved capacity, which is terminated in an approved outlet, junction box or fused disconnect within six (6) feet of the equipment to be energized.

Low Voltage Electrical Courses (Trade & Business)

• Monroe County (Florida) Low Voltage (GITS) Course

  Course Description: This course can be taken through morning, afternoon, and evening classes, every week. You will be able to choose from all available times and dates at the time of your registration (first come, first served).  Once you register for the course, you will be contacted to set up your training sessions according to your schedule. The subjects covered in this training will reflect material specific to this exam (no generic material). You can access the live classes from any computer and talk to your professor (one-on-one) in real time. You will also receive access to practice questions and training material to complete before taking the exam, after the live training sessions. An email with all instructions will be sent to the student’s email address, immediately after registration. Please continue scrolling down this page for a detailed list of books and subjects involved in this exam.

  $425.00

  $425.00

• Monroe County (Florida) Business and Finance (GITS) Course

  Course Description: Upon enrolment the student receives an email containing his/her ID and Password combination to access the eCampus. The student can access the eCampus 24/7 for as long as it is necessary until he/she passes all licensing exams. The eCampus contains VIDEOS, PRACTICE QUESTIONS (similar to those seen on the actual exams), typical MATH PROBLEMS with step-by-step solutions, and detailed instructions on how to FIND ANSWERS within the books. The student also has access to optional in-person classroom-style refresher seminars. The training can be completed fully online, but if the student prefers, he/she can go to any number of REFRESHER SEMINARS (no extra charges or limitations).

  Click here for a list of dates and locations of upcoming Refresher Seminars offered for this trade.

  $240.00

  $240.00

Low Voltage Electrical Contractor Exams

Low Voltage Electrical Exam

• Number of Questions: 50
• Time Allowed (hours): 2
• Subject Area and Number of Questions:
• Fundamentals & Theory 6
• Low Voltage (98v Or Less) 12
• Remote Control And Signaling Circuits 6
• Grounding & Bonding 5
• Raceways & Enclosures 4
• Conductors & Cables 6
• Special Occupancies 4
• Motor Control Circuits And Equipment 7

Business Exam

This exams tests candidate's knowledge of payroll taxes, workers' compensation, unemployment compensation, lien laws and other laws or subjects that will affect their daily operations as contractors. All contractors need to take and pass this exam.

• Number of Questions: 50
• Time Allowed (hours): 2
• Subject Area and Number of Questions:
• Insurance Laws 10
• Tax Laws 10
• Safety 6
• Management 4
• Lien Laws 8
• Employment Laws 4
• General Accounting 8

Low Voltage Electrical Bookset

The book set includes all required references for both the Low Voltage Electrical and Business Procedures exams. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.

Low Voltage Electrical Books

OSHA is required for both the business and the trade exams.

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  CFR (OSHA) Tile 29 Part 1926

  OSHA (CFR 29 Part 1926) is the leading safety reference in the construction industry covering all aspects of construction.

  $36.04

  $36.04

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

  Quantity:
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  NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code

  The 2014 National Electrical Code is used as a reference in electrical contractor exams.

  $102.82

  $102.82

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

  Quantity:

Business Books

OSHA is required for both the business and the trade exams.

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  Florida Contractor's Business Procedures Reference Manual

  This book includes many of the aspects of operating a business related to the construction industry and shows everything there is to know about the proper way to file taxes; what insurance to carry; how to manage daily accounts, and how, when, and why to file a paperwork for a lien.

  $69.43

  $69.43

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

  Quantity:
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  CFR (OSHA) Tile 29 Part 1926

  OSHA (CFR 29 Part 1926) is the leading safety reference in the construction industry covering all aspects of construction.

  $36.04

  $36.04

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

  Quantity:

Study Guides

The following books are accepted study materials, but are NOT allowed for use at the examination. They will assist you in preparation for the examination.

1. Mike Holt's Illustrated Guide to Electrical Exam Preparation,
2. Mike Holt's Understanding the National Electric Code, Vol 1 and Vol 2
3. Mike Holt's Limited Energy and Communication Systems,
4. Mike Holt's Understanding Basic Motor Controls
5. Mike Holt's Electrical Formulas