Traffic Signal Level III Electrician (Field)

The long awaited IMSA Traffic Signal Level 3 – Field Technician Certification has arrived!

What does it cover?

The 100 question exam associated with the certification has been prepared to test the candidate on a wide range of topics relating to field expertise and general knowledge of the applied traffic signal technologies in the field.

The following lists some of the reference materials that the potential IMSA Traffic Signal Level 3 – Field Technician must be familiar with:

• ·    NEMA Standards (TS1 and TS2)
  ·    170/2070 Standards
  ·    Various Traffic Detection Methods (Acoustic, Microwave, Radar, Loops, etc.) Setup and Configuration Manuals
  ·    Video Detection Manufacturers Setup Manuals
  ·    Lightening Protection Devices
  ·    FHWA and ITE Vehicle Detection Manuals
  ·    Data Communications Methods (Copper, Fiber Optic, Wireless, etc.)
  ·    U.S. M.U.T.C.D. – Millennium Edition
  ·    Signal Head Types (Incandescent, L.E.D., Programmable, etc.) specifications and installation methods
  ·    IMSA Wire and Cable Specifications
  ·    ITE – Traffic Engineering Manual
  ·    ITE – Traffic Control Devices Handbook
  ·    Traffic Signal Preemption Devices – Various Manufacturers Operation and Setup Manuals
  ·    Understanding of Basic Electronics and Electrical
  ·    U.S. – National Electrical Code and/or Canadian Electrical Code

Who qualifies to write the exam ?

The candidate must hold a valid IMSA Traffic Signal Level 2 – Field Technician Certification, and be currently active in the industry.

How/When can I take the exam ?

The 100 question exam can be proctored at any time, by arranging with your local IMSA Section Certification Chairperson.  The exam is to be proctored and held in a closed classroom environment.  No reference materials are allowed in the room