Category CertTEC

Accreditation

The CertTEC BEE certifications are accredited by the International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC) to meet ISO 17024 guidelines.

Information About the Certification

The CertTEC BEE certifications are performance-based online exams.  These exams will test hands-on troubleshooting skills utilizing a multi-meter, function generator, and oscilloscope along with an electronic trainer and test cards.

The BEE consists of 4 individual certifications focusing on basic electricity and electronics fundamentals in the following four subject areas:  AC, DC, Analog, and Digital.

Basic Electricity and Electronics Certification Competencies

To learn more about the CertTEC Basic Electricity and Electronics Certification competency topics, click here.

What Does the Exam Cost?

The costs for the CertTEC Basic Electricity and Electronics certification can be found here. 

Accreditation

The CertTEC Basic Composites certifications are accredited by the International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC) to meet ISO 17024 guidelines.

Information about the Certification

The CertTEC Basic Composites certification is a comprehensive assessment of technician skills and knowledge focused on composite history, fiber reinforcements, matrix systems, and processes related to basic composite fabrication, inspection, damage assessment and repair using methods common to industry.  

Applicants will be required to complete a written examination and demonstrate the ability to properly apply composites construction techniques using appropriate materials and tooling to produce composite components, perform material evaluation techniques and perform composite repairs as directed by a qualified CertTEC examiner.

Basic Composites Certification Competencies

To learn more about the CertTEC Basic Composites Certification competency topics, click here.

What Does the Exam Cost?

The costs for the CertTEC Basic Composites certification can be found here.

How Do I Prepare for the Test?

A Prep Course is offered for the Basic Composites exam.  In order to have access to the Prep Course, payment has to be made the Certification exam.

The CertTEC Basic Composites Prep Course is an online, self-paced preparatory program that focuses on the following subject areas: Characteristics of Composites Materials; Fabrication Methods; Testing, Inspection, & Repair; and Health & Safety. Students are provided a set of instructional materials that include an introductory overview and lessons for each of the four topics included in the written examination.

Each lesson includes (1) a list of included competencies, (2) a Powerpoint Presentation, (3) a document with reading assignments and key points and (4) a quiz that provides an immediate score and feedback on questions missed.  The required passing score is 80% or greater and the quiz can be taken multiple times.

Prep Course Requirements

There are no special requirements for this course. However, it is recommended that students review their skills using the materials contained in the Resource Module and related information from other sources that may apply to individual student needs. Contact the CertTEC staff if you have any questions.

Grading Policy

This course is organized into four topics that must be completed in the order in which they are offered. Each lesson includes a quiz requiring a score of 80% or higher to pass, with unlimited attempts allowed. Once all lessons are completed, the candidate is qualified to sit for the CertTEC® Basic Composites Certification Examination.  A Pre-test is available prior to taking the written portion of the certification.  The Pre-test is included in the exam cost.  The Pre-test can be taken anywhere there is internet access, it does not require a Proctor.

CertTEC Certification Information

  • CertTEC provides performance-based certifications that validate critical technical skills for effective workforce applications.
  • The CertTEC exams are geared to test performance skills identified by business and industry as critical for the success of a technician.
  • CertTEC provides technician certifications in the core capabilities most employers want, such as those for Basic Electricity and Electronics, Advanced Electricity and Electronics, Aviation Structures, Aviation Structures Level 2,  Avionics, and Basic Composites.
  • Choose from the drop down menu to learn more about each Certification.

CertTEC Recertification Requirements

  • CertTEC certifications are valid for three years from issuance.  Additionally as part of ISO 17024 Accreditation, CertTEC must demonstrate the ability to locate and verify the status of each certification holder so contact information updates are also requested at recertification.  The recertification requirement is on a time scale and involves three methods to recertify.
  • Click link to learn more about recertification requirements.

Who can become certified?

  • Any individual who has training or work experience in the appropriate field. 
  • Any active or veteran military personnel whose rating or assignment is/was in the appropriate field.
  • Any college or technical school graduate whose program of study is in the appropriate field.

What does the exam cost?

For more information on the costs of CertTEC examinations, click here.

Where would I test?

Our staff will make arrangements with your closest location. The written portion of some of the certifications can be taken anywhere there is a proctor available (except Basic Electricity and Electronics and Advanced Electricity and Electronics), such as in public libraries and military installations; the oral and practical exams are available at the following locations.

How Do I Get Started?

Choose the certification that most interests you and fill out the “Request for Information” form and submit it to CertTEC to receive an email direct from the CertTEC staff providing you details on the specific area of interest you’ve selected.

Once you have that information and determine it’s what you want, you can return to this website and register and make payment for the certification examination.

You can always contact the CertTEC staff for more information and to seek answers to questions you may have.

We look forward to supporting your efforts to certify.

 

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Remote Proctoring Now Available!

SpaceTEC Partners, Inc is excited to announce the availability of remote proctoring with ExamRoom.AI.

To have an exam proctored remotely, a working webcam and microphone is required.  The CertTEC Basic Electricity and Electronics certifications cannot be administered remotely due to equipment needs.

Contact us here to learn more.

Welcome to the CertTEC® Web Site

If you are a technician looking for ways to enhance your skills and value, or if your organization employs technicians who perform “hands-on” operations requiring competencies in a variety of technical disciplines, CertTEC can help.  Browse our site and then contact us for skills certifications and custom-designed Industry Aptitude Surveys (IASs) leading to industry-endorsed credentials.

Performance-based certifications are preferred by practitioners and employers as valid indicators of the functional capabilities of each individual.  The CertTEC hallmark is: “Certifying what you know AND what you can do”™.

CertTEC has received accreditation from the International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC).  This is a global benchmark for personnel certification programs.  The accreditation ensures consistent, comparable, and reliable assessments worldwide.

Located in Titusville, Florida, CertTEC is a division of SpaceTEC Partners, Inc.