THE CERTIFICATION TEST
EGSA collaborated with Ferris State
University to develop the certification
test and program. Through a scientific
process, our panel of technical experts
identified 12 duty areas (such as “Basic
Electricity”) and 61 tasks (such as “
demonstrate knowledge of AC electrical theory”)
within the duty areas. The duty areas and
tasks were ranked and rated in terms of
their relative importance, the frequency
with which a task is performed, and skill
level (i.e. Senior/Expert; Intermediate; and
Entry Level.) All this data was combined
to develop the certification test that was
then statistically validated through a pilot
test taken by generator technicians from
across the United States.
WHO CAN TAKE THE TEST?
There are no pre-qualifications for
taking the EGSA Certification test. We
recommend three or four years of field
experience before taking the test. Technicians who have had formal education in
On-Site Power Generation (a degree or
certificate from a technical school or
community college) may need less field
experience. Those who pass the test will
have a comprehensive knowledge of basic
electricity, the functions of a gen-set’s
mechanical and electrical components,
the interactions and relationships among
components and an understanding of
various elements of the installation,
service, maintenance, and repair of gen-sets and On-Site Power Generation
Systems.
CERTIFICATION TESTING COVERS:
• Automatic Transfer Switches
• Communication & Documentation
• Engine Generator Instrumentation & Controls
• Multiple Generator Switchgear & Controls
• Troubleshooting System Problems
• Auxiliary Support Systems
• Basic Electricity
• Prime Movers
• Governors
• Voltage Regulators
• Generators/Alternators
USE THE STUDY GUIDE TO PREPARE!
Use of the program’s Study Guide is an
excellent way to help technicians prepare
for the test and should clearly indicate
if they are ready to take (and pass) the
certification exam. In addition to useful
formula pages, the guide contains almost
200 multiple choice practice questions
that cover all parts of the certification
test. In addition to identifying the correct
answer, the guide also indicates in most
cases why a particular choice is correct
and why the others are incorrect. The
Guide also identifies resource material
where technicians can get additional or
more in-depth information about a given
topic.
Need more information? Visit us online
at www.EGSA.org to find extensive and
detailed information about the certification program. Or contact EGSA Director
of Education George Rowley via e-mail at
G.Rowley@EGSA.org.
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY
Certified status is an indication that an individual
has completed a combination of defined education,
experience or examination requirements. However,
Certification is not a guarantee or assurance
of the competence or ability of any particular
individual. Further, given the rapid changes
in the field, the Electrical Generating Systems
Association cannot warrant that the Examination
and other Certification materials will at all times
reflect the most current state of the art.
The Electrical Generating Systems Association
disclaims liability for any personal injury, property
or other damages of any nature whatsoever,
whether special, indirect, consequential or
compensatory, directly or indirectly resulting
from the Certification Program or the acts or
omissions of any person who has been Certified
by the Electrical Generating Systems Association.
In conducting the Certification Program, including
issuing Certifications, the Electrical Generating
Systems Association is not undertaking to render
professional or other services for or on behalf of
any person or entity, nor is the Electrical Generating
Systems Association undertaking to perform any
duty owed by any person or entity to someone else.
Anyone using the services of a person who has been
Certified should rely on his or her own independent
judgment or, as appropriate, seek the advice of a
competent professional in determining the exercise
of reasonable care in any given circumstances.
Electrical Generating Systems Association
1650 S. Dixie Hwy, Suite 400 • Boca Raton FL 33432
561-750-5575 • Fax: 561-395-8557 • www.EGSA.org
