BICSI ITS Installer 1

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BICSI ITS Installer 1 candidates are tested on their ability to understand and apply a comprehensive collection of installation-specific information. After you have acquired your Installer 1 designation, you will be able to:

Successfully terminate various types of copper connectors.
Properly explain the importance of safety and professionalism toward optimal job performance.
Discuss pathways, spaces, bonding and grounding and firestopping.
Make decisions based on applicable codes, standards, and best practices.
Choose the correct tool or methodology for specific tasks.

Experience

There is no prior ITS industry installation experience requirement for individuals preparing to sit for the ITS Installer 1 exam.

Course Materials

Students must bring a print version of the Information Technology Systems Installation Methods Manual (ITSIMM) to class, along with any errata sheets. Please reference the course confirmation letter as to which edition is appropriate. The manual is not included in the course fee. Order by clicking here. Personal or prescription safety glasses are also recommended.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

Participants sitting for the ITS Installer 1 exam must be able to distinguish between different colors and possess manual dexterity to complete fine motor tasks. It is strongly recommended that exam candidates attend the IN101: BICSI ITS Installer 1 Training course. Additionally, candidates will benefit from at least 50+ hours of independent or group study of BICSI's ITSIMM.

Installation Pre-Assessment

Not sure where to begin? BICSI now offers the ITS Cabling Installation Program Pre-Assessment Tool. Taking the time to use this tool will give you a better idea of where to begin your installation career path and includes recommended training based on your answers and experience. Click here to take advantage of this tool.

Examination Information

Exam Process
A completed exam application and a nonrefundable Credentialing fee of $225 (Nonmembers: $250) must be received by BICSI for processing at least 10 business days prior to the exam date. If BICSI receives the exam application in less than 10 business days, an additional $50 expediting fee will apply. The completed exam application and credentialing fee can be faxed, e-mailed or mailed to BICSI (see exam application for contact information). Upon receipt from BICSI, the application is valid for one year.

Click here to download an ITS Cabling Installation Program Exam Application and Information booklet.

The ITS Installer 1 exam is currently based on the content covered in the IN101, as well as the ITSIMM and is a two-part exam, hands-on and written. To become a BICSI ITS Installer 1, you must successfully pass both parts. You can take the hands-on and written exams an unlimited amount of times in a one-year period. Exam retake fee is $75 (Nonmembers: $100) for each part. If you do not pass both portions of the exam after three attempts, you must wait 90 days from the date of your last attempt to resit for the exam.

Note: Beginning September 26, 2011, all Installation exams will be taught and tested from the ITSIMM, 6th edition.

The Examination
Applicants must pass the written and all portions of the hands-on performance exams.

Hands-On Exam
The hands-on performance exam consists of completing six assigned tasks to industry standards within a 20-minute-per-task time limit.
Proctors will give pass/fail results on site. If the applicant fails to successfully complete one of the hands-on exam tasks, same day retakes on the failed task will be given at no additional cost, time permitting. If the applicant fails the same task twice or fails two hands-on tasks, the hands-on exam will be rescheduled.

If the applicant fails the hands-on exam three times, the applicant must wait 90 days from the last attempt before reapplying.

Written Exam
The written exam is closed-book and contains 75 questions in multiple choice and true/false format. Questions are taken from the IN101 workbook, as well as BICSI’s ITSIMM, and are both knowledge- and application-based. Two hours are allowed to complete the written exam.

If the applicant fails the written exam three times, the applicant must wait 90 days from the last attempt before reapplying.

After Passing the ITS Installer 1 Exam
Once you successfully pass both the hands-on and written exam, your credential will be valid for three full years from the date that you passed the last portion of the exam. Within three weeks of passing the exam, you will be mailed a congratulations letter, a registration card for you to carry in your wallet, and a certificate suitable for framing.

Renewal Information

The ITS Installer 1 is not renewable. It is recommended that you further your career by advancing to the ITS Installer 2, Copper and/or ITS Installer 2, Optical Fiber (experience required).