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API API-SIEE Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Examination Methods, Tools and Equipment | - Functional Testing - Typical Electrical Testing Techniques - Surface Preparation and Coatings Inspections - Visual Inspections - Dimensional Inspections |
| Motor Control Centers Low to Medium Voltage | - Main Feeder Cable Entry Compartment - Ground Bus - Circuit Breakers - Materials of Construction - Main Isolating Switch - Enclosures Types - Design and Construction Standards - Amp Capacity |
| Terms and Definitions | |
| Source Inspection Performance | - Inspector Conduct and Safety - Report Writing Nonconformance and Deviations - Review of Project Documents |
| Equipment Risk Assessment | - Development of a Source Inspection Project Plan - Development of Inspection and Test Plans - Report Review |
| Electrical Induction Motors | - Materials of Construction - Motor Testing - Design and Construction Standards |
| Electrical Inspection Tools and Test Equipment | |
| Source Inspection Management Program | |
| Switchgear Low and Medium Voltage | - LV AC Switchgear Grounding - Control Power Transformers - Bus Compartment - Switchgear Section Compartments - Metering - Circuit Breakers - Ratings Interlocks - Voltage Transformers - Wiring - Current Transformers - Housing Frames and Enclosure Compartment - Switchgear Compartment Doors - Design and Construction - LV Switchgear Grounding - Electric Tie Breakers |
| Electrical Skid Mounted Equipment | - Industry Codes and Standards - Materials of Construction - Purged and Pressurized Equipment in Classified Locations - AC Control Wiring - Equipment Grounding - Cable Support Systems - Electrical Equipment for Hazardous Classified Locations |
| Liquid-Immersed Transformers | - Industry Codes and Standards - Design and Construction |
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The official API Source Inspector Electrical Equipment outline defines 11 domains. The leading three are Liquid-Immersed Transformers, Source Inspection Management Program, and Motor Control Centers Low to Medium Voltage. The full list is in the topics section above, and PracticeVCE's 113 practice questions cover each one.
Prequalification is required. Minimum electrical experience depends on education and background, ranging from 2 to 5 years. Since requirements change over time, confirm the latest on the official API exam page before scheduling.
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The API-SIEE exam is a API certification exam validating the API Source Inspector Electrical Equipment syllabus shown above. It belongs to these credential paths: API SIEE - Source Inspector Electrical Equipment. Candidates in 2026 start with PracticeVCE's 113 practice questions, available as a printable PDF, a Windows Desktop Test Engine, and an Online Test Engine — three versions of the same materials.
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API Source Inspector Electrical Equipment Sample Questions:
According to NFPA 70, an insulated conductor used within a switchboard or switchgear shall be rated not less than the voltage applied to it and:
- A. flame retardant.
- B. totally enclosed.
- C. grounded.
- D. water proof.
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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Final inspection and shipping preparations of switchgear typically consists of verifying all of the following except:
- A. all items on the manufacturer's QC checkout are signed off.
- B. all final manufacturing and drawing issues are closed.
- C. correct engraving of unit and master nameplates.
- D. visual inspection of packaging requirements.
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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According to API 541, subsequent to completion of manufacture and testing, the vendor shall revise and resubmit the previously supplied purchase data including all the following except:
- A. rotor-balance report.
- B. operating manual.
- C. shop test data.
- D. as-built data sheet.
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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During the course of manufacturing the supplier/vendor may propose design changes that could impact cost, schedule and/or quality. In such cases, the source inspector should:
- A. prepare a summary of the changes made for inclusion in their report and subsequent action by the purchaser.
- B. prepare a cost/benefit analysis in order to justify their acceptance or rejection of the proposed changes.
- C. request that the supplier/vendor develop a cost/benefit analysis for review and approval by the inspector.
- D. request that the supplier/vendor propose such changes in writing for review by the purchaser.
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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Positive-pressurization and purging are based on the principle that an enclosure or room located in a classified location can:
- A. have arcing low voltage relays operating normally.
- B. be supplied with clean air or inert gas at sufficient level.
- C. contain low levels of ignitable liquid gas.
- D. have concentrations of flammable gas or vapor.
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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