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Industrial Technology Maintenance (ITM) – Level I – Electrical Systems

Advanced Manufacturing

National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS)

Practical uses

  1. 01

    Work on wiring, controls, or power systems under the right supervision and code.

  2. 02

    Troubleshoot electrical and control faults on equipment and buildings.

  3. 03

    Enter apprenticeships or technician roles in electrical, solar, or automation work.

How to get it

  1. 1.

    Visit National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS)'s official site and search "Industrial Technology Maintenance (ITM) – Level I – Electrical Systems" for requirements, cost, and test dates.

  2. 2.

    Ask your school, career center, or employer whether they offer training or will pay the exam fee.

  3. 3.

    Enroll in an approved prep course or work through the official study guide.

  4. 4.

    Schedule and pass the exam (plus any hands-on test) at an authorized site.

  5. 5.

    Save your certificate, note the renewal date, and add it to your résumé.

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