The Construction Wireman/Construction Electrican(CW/CE)  program is an alternative pathway for the individual in the Electrical Industry to achieve the coveted Journeyman Inside Wiremans classification. It was, and is, designed for the individual who has acquired some "hands on" experience but lacks the classroom education parameters associated with the Apprenticeship program.

Upon entering the CW/CE program the individual will take a Skills Assessment or "Skills Evaluation". The Skills Evaluation is used to assess the skill level of the individual who is wanting to join the IBEW. It is a "hands on" timed event covering the basic skills and knowledge that a Journeyman should have. It will cover 7 areas:

• Conduit
• Devices
• Panel Wiring
• Lighting/Lighting Control
• Motor control
• Transformers
• Blueprints

You are credited Skill Based Credits(SBC'S) for what is done correctly. You are not penalized for what you do not know or do not complete. You do not have to be a licensed Journeyman to take the Skills Evaluations. To view a schedule of SBC's relating to CW/CE ranking, Wage and Benefits, click on SBC's

The Skills Evaluation normally will take 12 hours. It is best to plan for a minimum of 2 days.

After your assessment, you are then afforded the opportunity to take courses that are designed for the CW/CE. You must also be a member in good standing of IBEW Local Union 520 to attend these.

For more information about the CW/CE program, contact Philip Lawhon  of our Membership Development Department. Or you may call and speak to him at 512/326-9540 ext. 18.

We look forward speaking with you!