TEXAS MASTER SIGN ELECTRICIAN
EXAM PREP SOLVED QUESTIONS
ACCURATE CORRECT ANSWERS
PREMIUM REVIEW.
This complete review covers exam structure, Texas licensing law, and 100 practice
questions with rationales. Master Sign Electricians are licensed to perform electrical sign
work, including manufacturing, installing, maintaining, and repairing sign systems such
as neon signs, outline lighting, LEDs, and parking lot pole lighting.
EXAM OVERVIEW
Detail Information
Governing Authority Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
Statutory Authority Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1305
Exam Provider PSI
Exam Fee $64
Application Fee $45
Number of Questions 100 scored items + 5 non-scored
Time Limit 300 minutes (5 hours)
Passing Score 70%
,Detail Information
Experience Required 12,000 hours under Master or Master Sign Electrician
Experience Requirement Comparison
License Type Experience Required
Master Sign Electrician 12,000 hours
Journeyman Sign Electrician 8,000 hours
Master Electrician 12,000 hours + 2 years as Journeyman
Exam Content Outline
Subject Area # of Items
Definitions, Calculations, and Theory 6
Electrical Services, Service Equipment, and Separately Derived Systems 16
Electrical Feeders 3
Branch Circuit Calculations and Conductors 15
Electrical Wiring Methods and Electrical Materials 8
Electrical Equipment and Devices 10
Motors 2
Electrical Control Devices and Disconnecting Means 4
,Subject Area # of Items
Electric Signs and Outline Lighting 36
Note: Unless specifically noted in the question, all conductors are considered to be
copper.
SECTION 1: TEXAS LAW, RULES & ELECTRICAL THEORY
(Questions 1-20)
Question 1: Which Texas code establishes the licensing requirements for Master
Sign Electricians?
A) Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 73
B) NFPA 70E
C) Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 1305
D) OSHA 1910.333
Correct answers: C. Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 1305
Rationale: The Texas Electrical Safety and Licensing Act is codified in Chapter 1305 of
the Texas Occupations Code, which defines licensing requirements, scope of work, and
enforcement for electricians, including master sign electricians.
Question 2: Under Texas law, to how many electrical sign contractors may a master
sign electrician be assigned?
, A) Up to three contractors
B) A single contractor
C) Unlimited, with board approval
D) Only their own business
Correct answers: B. A single contractor
Rationale: Texas Occupations Code §1305.160(b) states that a master sign electrician
may only be assigned to a single electrical sign contractor, unless the electrician owns
more than 50% of the contracting business.
Question 3: What is the minimum age requirement for a Master Sign Electrician
applicant?
A) 16 years
B) 18 years
C) 21 years
D) 25 years
Correct answers: B. 18 years
Rationale: TDLR requires Master Sign Electrician applicants to be at least 18 years old.
Question 4: How many hours of on-the-job training are required for a Master Sign
Electrician license?
A) 8,000 hours
B) 10,000 hours
EXAM PREP SOLVED QUESTIONS
ACCURATE CORRECT ANSWERS
PREMIUM REVIEW.
This complete review covers exam structure, Texas licensing law, and 100 practice
questions with rationales. Master Sign Electricians are licensed to perform electrical sign
work, including manufacturing, installing, maintaining, and repairing sign systems such
as neon signs, outline lighting, LEDs, and parking lot pole lighting.
EXAM OVERVIEW
Detail Information
Governing Authority Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
Statutory Authority Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1305
Exam Provider PSI
Exam Fee $64
Application Fee $45
Number of Questions 100 scored items + 5 non-scored
Time Limit 300 minutes (5 hours)
Passing Score 70%
,Detail Information
Experience Required 12,000 hours under Master or Master Sign Electrician
Experience Requirement Comparison
License Type Experience Required
Master Sign Electrician 12,000 hours
Journeyman Sign Electrician 8,000 hours
Master Electrician 12,000 hours + 2 years as Journeyman
Exam Content Outline
Subject Area # of Items
Definitions, Calculations, and Theory 6
Electrical Services, Service Equipment, and Separately Derived Systems 16
Electrical Feeders 3
Branch Circuit Calculations and Conductors 15
Electrical Wiring Methods and Electrical Materials 8
Electrical Equipment and Devices 10
Motors 2
Electrical Control Devices and Disconnecting Means 4
,Subject Area # of Items
Electric Signs and Outline Lighting 36
Note: Unless specifically noted in the question, all conductors are considered to be
copper.
SECTION 1: TEXAS LAW, RULES & ELECTRICAL THEORY
(Questions 1-20)
Question 1: Which Texas code establishes the licensing requirements for Master
Sign Electricians?
A) Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 73
B) NFPA 70E
C) Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 1305
D) OSHA 1910.333
Correct answers: C. Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 1305
Rationale: The Texas Electrical Safety and Licensing Act is codified in Chapter 1305 of
the Texas Occupations Code, which defines licensing requirements, scope of work, and
enforcement for electricians, including master sign electricians.
Question 2: Under Texas law, to how many electrical sign contractors may a master
sign electrician be assigned?
, A) Up to three contractors
B) A single contractor
C) Unlimited, with board approval
D) Only their own business
Correct answers: B. A single contractor
Rationale: Texas Occupations Code §1305.160(b) states that a master sign electrician
may only be assigned to a single electrical sign contractor, unless the electrician owns
more than 50% of the contracting business.
Question 3: What is the minimum age requirement for a Master Sign Electrician
applicant?
A) 16 years
B) 18 years
C) 21 years
D) 25 years
Correct answers: B. 18 years
Rationale: TDLR requires Master Sign Electrician applicants to be at least 18 years old.
Question 4: How many hours of on-the-job training are required for a Master Sign
Electrician license?
A) 8,000 hours
B) 10,000 hours
