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EXAM REFERENCE MATERIALS/SCROLL DOWN FOR TRADE DESCRIPTIONS

Tennessee Business Law and Management Book ($65.98) Content
Tennessee, Business, Law and Management is designed to provide an overview of business management subjects for contractor examination candidates applying for a license from the Tennessee Board for Contractors. It is also written to act as a reference guide for licensed contractors.
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International Building Code Book ($120)
Structural and fire-life-safety provisions covering seismic, wind, accessibility, egress, occupancy, roofs, and more! 672 pages
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International Plumbing Code Book ($78.98)
The code provides comprehensive minimum regulations for plumbing facilities in terms of both performance and prescriptive objectives providing for the acceptance of new and innovative products, materials, and systems. 150 pages
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International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings Book ($96.98)
A comprehensive code for home building that brings together all building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical provisions for one- and two-family residences. 618 pages
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Tennessee - Federal Regulations Book ($57.98) Buy Now!

Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Mechanic Book ($65.95)
This guide is designed to provide a practice test in the following areas:
1.Principles and practices of air-conditioning and refrigeration
2.Principles and practices of heating and ventilating systems
3.Inspection,operation,mainteneace and repair of basic mechanical equipment
4.Reading and interpretation of plans and specifications
5.Tools of the trade(mechanical).

Note: Study Guide is generic in nature

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Electricians' Reference Book ($120) Content
THE "ELECTRICIANS' BIBLE"
Filled with practical advice and facts, the American Electricians' Handbook is the best single source for essential information on designing, installing, operating, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment.

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Carpentry and Building Construction Book ($115.98) Content
Provides students with quality construction skills. This comprehensive carpentry textbook focuses on residential construction that is also applicable for light commercial construction.
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Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone Book ($88.98)
Simply and clearly written, Masonry Book presents students with a thorough grounding in safe methods of laying brick, block, and stone. This thoroughly illustrated text provides a broad understanding of materials and their properties. It covers all important aspects of the masonry trade, including tools and equipment; safety; the makeup, properties, uses, and sizes of masonry units, and the accepted techniques for laying all kinds of masonry units in all kinds of bonds. Construction details for masonry walls, foundations, pavement, steps, garden walls, and masonry arches are covered, as are more than 75 procedures for laying brick, block, and stone. 384 pages
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National Electrical Code Book ($115) Content
Stay competitive and up-to-code! The NEC Code is today's blueprint for electrical fire safety.
Reduce the risk of fire and electric shock hazards, and boost confidence in your electrical installations with the NEC Code. Already directly adopted in many states, this important NEC edition is fully up-to-date with industry practices, new equipment, and advancements in technology. It's the vital link between electrical equipment installation and safe use by consumers.

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Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters Book ($106) Content
Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters is a specialized course to fill the need for a trade-related mathematics text in the plumbing and pipefitting fields. A variety of currently used fitting materials demonstrate the various problem concepts. Emphasis is placed on providing the student with a problem-solving methodology, which can be universally applied to future materials and job situations, as well as existing ones.
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Roofing Construction and Estimating Book ($38) Content
Installation, repair and estimating for nearly every type of roof covering available today in residential and commercial structures: asphalt shingles, roll roofing, wood shingles and shakes, clay tile, slate, metal, built-up, and elastomeric.
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Pipe and Excavation Contracting Revised Book ($38) Content
Pipe and Excavation Contracting has been updated and improved to bring it more current with modern earthmoving and trenching equipment, refined excavation techniques, stricter safety rules, and improved materials!
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Gypsum Construction Book ($29.95) Content
The newly updated Gypsum Construction Book
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Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders Book ($48.95) Content
Learn all the basics for the Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders
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Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders Book ($48) Content
Learn all the basics for the Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders
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Placing Reinforcing Bars Book ($66.95) Content
Placing Reinforcing Bars is a unique and popular book which presents the best accepted current practices in placing reinforcing bars. It is written for apprentices, journeymen ironworkers and inspectors.
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Concrete Mixtures Book ($80)
This manual is used in conjunction with PTI’s Level 1 Field Fundamentals training program and provides guidance for field personnel involved in inspection, installation, stressing, and finishing of un-bonded single-strand tendons and barrier cables. The latest edition has been updated to include an expanded inspection checklist, information on slab-on-ground installation, and a glossary of post-tensioning terms presented in both English and Spanish.
99 pages; 8.5 x 11 in. (Soft cover)

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International Residential Code® For One- And Two- Family Dwellings Loose Leaf Book ($124)
This comprehensive, stand-alone residential code establishes minimum regulations for one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses up to three stories. It brings together all building, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas, energy and electrical provisions for one- and two-family residences.
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International Residential Code® For One- And Two- Family Dwellings Soft Cover Book ($105)
This comprehensive, stand-alone residential code establishes minimum regulations for one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses up to three stories. It brings together all building, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas, energy and electrical provisions for one- and two-family residences.
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Standard for Electrical Safety® Book ($55) Content
OSHA bases its electrical safety mandates on Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace®. Prevent accidents and comply!
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Electrical Reference Booklet ($22) Content
The Electrical Reference guidebook is chock full of the information pertaining to the most commonly required on-the-job information for the electrical industry. While not a substitute for the NEC Code, this handy guide is nonetheless an essential companion to it. It provides information in a clear, easy-to-lookup format, and is relied upon by top electricians.
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International Mechanical Code® Loose Leaf Book ($83.98)
The International Mechanical Codes designed to provide up-to-date mechanical code addressing the design and installation of mechanical systems that emphasize performance. It comprehensively regulates mechanical systems and equipment including HVAC, exhaust systems, chimneys and vents, ducts, appliances, boilers, water heaters, refrigerators, hydronic piping, and solar systems. This edition establishes minimum regulations for mechanical systems using prescriptive- and performance-related provisions.

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International Mechanical Code® Soft Cover Book ($73.98)
The International Mechanical Codes designed to provide up-to-date mechanical code addressing the design and installation of mechanical systems that emphasize performance. It comprehensively regulates mechanical systems and equipment including HVAC, exhaust systems, chimneys and vents, ducts, appliances, boilers, water heaters, refrigerators, hydronic piping, and solar systems. This edition establishes minimum regulations for mechanical systems using prescriptive- and performance-related provisions.

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International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) Loose Leaf Book ($82.95)
The International Fuel Gas Code addresses the design and installation of fuel gas systems.

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HVAC Duct Construction Standards - Metal & Flexible Book ($225.98) Content
Here you'll find all new construction standards for ductwork including re-rated rectangular, round, oval and flexible duct constructions for positive or negative pressures up to 10 inches water gage (2500 Pa).
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Carrier System Design Manual - Piping Design Book ($20)
Presents data and examples to guide in practical design and layout of normal air conditioning piping systems. Format: Softcover 109 Pages
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Refrigeration and Air Conditioning - Study Guide ($28) Content
Prepare to succeed with the Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Study Guide!
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Refrigeration & Air Conditioning - Instructor's Manual with Answer Key ($115) Content
A must-have companion to the textbook, lab manual and study guide
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Refrigeration and Air Conditioning - Lab Manual ($37) Content
Apply Apply your knowledge with the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Lab Manual
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Automatic Sprinkler System Handbook CD-ROM ($162) Content
Automatic Sprinkler System Handbook on CD-ROM is a referencing powerhouse!
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Lineman's and Cableman's Book ($95) Content
The Lineman's and Cableman's Book has shown generations of line and cable workers how to construct, operate and maintain electrical transmission and distribution lines, both overhead and underground. Now updated for today's professionals, the new 11th edition explains the basic principles, equipment, standards, and safety regulations required for optimal on-the-job performance.
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Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures Book ($120) Content
Building Codes and Requirements for Masonry Structures. The Code covers the design and construction of masonry structures, with subjects covered ranging from quality assurance to the details and development of reinforcement. The Code Commentary addresses many subjects covered by the Code, gives some of the considerations in developing the provisions, and explains provisions, in particular new or revised provisions that may be unfamiliar to users of the Code.
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NFPA Automatic Sprinkler System Handbook CD-ROM ($152.98) Content
Automatic Sprinkler System Handbook on CD-ROM is a referencing powerhouse!
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Electricians Handbook - (Has been discontinued) ($105) Content
SIMILAR PRODUCT
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Indiana Limestone Handbook, 22nd edition, 2010, PDF File Only - View
Contact: Indiana Limestone Institute of America, Bedford, IN 47421

Repointing Mortar Joints in Historic Masonry Buildings, Robert C. Mack, and John P. Speweik, October 1998 - View
Technical Preservation Services, National Parks Service U.S. Department of the Interior, 2 Preservation Briefs

Cleaning Brickwork, June 2006, BIA Technical Notes on Brick Construction, Vol. 20 - View
The Brick Industry Association


  

TENNESSEE CONTRACTORS LICENSING and REFERENCES

 

Tennessee State Laws stipulate that a person may not act as a contractor without first obtaining a license issued by the state.

 

*CMC/CMC-A mechanical plumbing exam requires pre-approval!

 

REQUIRED IDENTIFICATION AT TESTING CENTER EXAMINATION SITE

You must provide 2 forms of identification. One must be a VALID form of government-issued identification (driver’s license, state ID, passport), which bears your signature and has your photograph or a complete physical description. The second ID must have your signature and preprinted legal name. All identification provided must match the name on the Examination Registration Form.

 

SCORE REPORTING

Your score will be given to you immediately following completion of the examination. The following summary describes the score reporting process:

 

On screen – your score will appear immediately on the computer screen. This will happen automatically at the end of the time allowed for the examination; if you are using review features, you will be able to obtain your score immediately when you indicate that you have finished and would like to see your results.

 

If you pass, you will immediately receive a successful notification and performance summary on the screen.

 

If you do not pass, you will immediately receive an unsuccessful notification on the screen along with a diagnostic report indicating your strengths and weaknesses by examination portion.

 

TIPS FOR PREPARING FOR YOUR LICENSE EXAMINATION

 

The following suggestions will help you prepare for your examination.

1. Read study materials that cover all the topics in the content outline.

2. Take notes on what you study. Putting information in writing helps you commit it to memory and it is also an excellent business practice. Underline or highlight key ideas that will help with a later review.

3. Discuss new terms or concepts as frequently as you can with colleagues. This will test your understanding and reinforce ideas.

4. Your studies will be most effective if you study frequently, for periods of about 45 to 60 minutes. Concentration tends to wander when you study for longer periods of time.

 

BUSINESS, LAW AND MANAGEMENT EXAMINATION

 

Number of Questions

% Required to Pass

Time Allowed

50 73% (37 items) 120 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

Licensing Requirements 5

Estimating and Bidding 7

Business Organization and Financial Management 7

Tax Laws 5

Labor Laws 5

Project Management and Lien Law 6

Contracts 6

Risk Management 4

Environmental and Safety 5

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference material is allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1. Tennessee Business, Law and Management Manual

 

Candidates are responsible for bringing their own references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed prior to the examination session. However, references may not be written in.  References may have tabbed/indexed withpermanent tabs only.

 

CONTRACTOR EXAMINATIONS

The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

CMC-A - MECHANICAL PLUMBING

 

IMPORTANT

Effective May 24, 2007, Senate Bill 0786 and HB 2122 requires plumbers to be pre- approved prior to taking CMCA (state plumbing exam) and must show evidence of three (3) years experience.

 

Number of Questions

% Required to Pass

Time Allowed

110 73% (81 items) 270 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

General Knowledge and Math 14

General Requirements (not including Gas) - Administrative, Structural, Backflow, Materials and Supports, Joints and Connections, Storm Drains, Testing 10

Water Supply and Distribution 10

Fixtures, including Water Heaters 6

Drain, Waste, and Vent Systems, including Indirect and Special Waste 28

Traps, Cleanouts, and Interceptors 6

Isometric Analysis 20

Gas Appliances and Piping 12

OSHA Safety 4

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference materials are allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1. International Plumbing Code

2. International Fuel Gas Code

3. Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters

4. Code of Federal Regulations

 

BC - COMBINED - RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CONTRACTOR

 

Number of Questions

% Required to Pass

Time Allowed

100 73% (73 items) 270 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

Sitework, Footings, and Foundation 10

Concrete and Concrete Reinforcement 15

Masonry 10

Carpentry 6

Metals 10

Roofing 6

Associated Trades 10

General Code, Plan Reading, and Estimating 27

OSHA Safety 6

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference materials are allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1. International Building Code

2. Code of Federal Regulations

3. Carpentry and Building Construction

4. Roofing Construction and Estimating

5. Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone

6. Pipe and Excavation Contracting

7. Gypsum Construction

8. Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders

9. Manual of Construction with Steel Deck

10. Placing Reinforcing Bars

11. Concrete Mixtures

12. Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Un-bonded Post-Tensioning - Level 1 Field Fundamentals

13. Erection of Pre-Cast Concrete Products

14. International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings

 

Candidates are responsible for bringing their own references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed prior to the examination session. However, references may not be written in.  References may be tabbed/indexed withpermanent tabs only.

 

BC-A - RESIDENTIAL CONTRACTOR

Number of Questions

% Required to Pass

Time Allowed

100 73% (73 items) 270 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

Sitework, Footings, and Foundation 10

Concrete and Concrete Reinforcement 10

Masonry 7

Carpentry 20

Roofing 10

Estimating, Plan Reading, and Gen Residential Code Requirements 20

Associated Trades 15

OSHA Safety 8

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference materials are allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1. International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings

2. Code of Federal Regulations

3. Carpentry and Building Construction

4. Handling, Installing, Restraining, and Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses

5. Quality Concrete Construction

6. Roofing Construction and Estimating

7. Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone

8. Pipe and Excavation Contracting

 

Candidates are responsible for bringing their own references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed prior to the examination session. However, references may not be written in.  References may be tabbed/indexed withpermanent tabs only.

 

BC-B - COMMERCIAL CONTRACTOR

Number of Questions

% Required to Pass

Time Allowed

100 73% (73 items) 270 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

Sitework, Footings, and Foundation 10

Concrete and Concrete Reinforcement 15

Masonry 10

Metals 10

Carpentry 6

OSHA Safety 6

General Code, Plan Reading, and Estimating 27

Associated Trades 10

Roofing 6

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference materials are allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1. International Building Code

2. Code of Federal Regulations

3. Roofing Construction and Estimating

4. Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone

5. Pipe and Excavation Contracting

6. Gypsum Construction

7. Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders

8. Construction with Steel Deck

9. Reinforcing Bars, 2011

10. Concrete Mixtures

11. Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Un-bonded Post-Tensioning -Level 1 Field Fundamentals

12. Erection of Pre-Cast Concrete Products

 

Candidates are responsible for bringing their own references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed prior to the examination session. However, references may not be written in.  References may be tabbed/indexed withpermanent tabs only.

 

BC-b - SMALL COMMERCIAL CONTRACTOR

Number of Questions

% Required to

Pass Time Allowed

70 73% (52 items) 180 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

Sitework, Footings, and Foundation 6

Concrete and Concrete Reinforcement 8

Masonry 6

Metals 12

Carpentry 6

Roofing 7

Associated Construction Trades 5

OSHA Safety 5

General Code, Plan Reading, and Estimating 15

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference materials are allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1. International Building Code

2. Concrete Construction

3. Code of Federal Regulations

4. Installing, Restraining, and Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses

5. Roofing Construction and Estimating

6. Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone

7. Pipe and Excavation Contracting

8. Gypsum Construction

9. Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders

10. Construction with Steel Deck

11. Carpentry and Building Construction

 

Candidates are responsible for bringing their own references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed prior to the examination session. However, references may not be written in.  References may be tabbed/indexed withpermanent tabs only.

 

BC-C - INDUSTRIAL CONTRACTOR

Number of Questions

% Required to Pass

Time Allowed

72 73% (53 items) 180 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

Sitework, Footings, and Foundation 5

Concrete and Concrete Reinforcement 18

Masonry 6

Carpentry 4

Metals 13

Roofing 4

Associated Trades 4

OSHA Safety 5

General Code, Plan Reading, and Estimating 13

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference materials are allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1. International Building Code

2. Code of Federal Regulations

3. Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone

4. Pipe and Excavation Contracting

5. Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders

6. Construction with Steel Deck

7. Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Un-bonded Post-Tensioning - Level 1 Field Fundamentals

8. Erection of Pre-Cast Concrete Products

9. Reinforcing Bars

10. Concrete Mixtures

11. Carpentry and Building Construction

 

Candidates are responsible for bringing their own references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed prior to the examination session. However, references may not be written in.  References may be tabbed/indexed withpermanent tabs only.

 

BC-A, B - COMBINED - RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL CONTRACTOR

 

Number of Questions

% Required to Pass

Time Allowed

100 73% (73 items) 270 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

Sitework, Footings, and Foundation 10

Concrete and Concrete Reinforcement 15

Masonry 10

Carpentry 6

Metals 10

Roofing 6

Associated Trades 10

General Code, Plan Reading, and Estimating 27

OSHA Safety 6

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference materials are allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1. International Building Code

2. International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings

3. Code of Federal Regulations

4. Carpentry and Building Construction

5. Roofing Construction and Estimating

6. Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone

7. Pipe and Excavation Contracting

8. Gypsum Construction

9. Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders

10. Construction with Steel Deck

11. Reinforcing Bars

12. Concrete Mixtures

13. Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Un-bonded Post-Tensioning - Level 1 Field Fundamentals

14. Erection of Pre-Cast Concrete Products

 

Candidates are responsible for bringing their own references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed prior to the examination session. However, references may not be written in.  References may be tabbed/indexed withpermanent tabs only.

 

BC-A, b (sm) – COMBINED RESIDENTIAL/SMALL COMMERCIAL CONTRACTOR

 

Number of Questions

% Required to Pass

Time Allowed

100 73% (73 items) 270 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

Sitework, Footings, and Foundation 10

Concrete and Concrete Reinforcement 10

Metals 6

Masonry 7

Carpentry 17

Roofing 10

Estimating, Plan Reading, and Gen Residential Code Requirements 20

Associated Trades 12

OSHA Safety 8

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference materials are allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1. International Building Code

2. International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings

3. Code of Federal Regulations

4. Carpentry and Building Construction

5. Installing, Restraining, and Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses

6. Concrete Construction

7. Roofing Construction and Estimating

8. Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone

9. Pipe and Excavation Contracting

10. Gypsum Construction

11. Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders

12. Construction with Steel Deck

 

Candidates are responsible for bringing their own references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed prior to the examination session. However, references may not be written in.  References may be tabbed/indexed withpermanent tabs only.

 

BC-B, C - COMBINED - COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CONTRACTOR

 

Number of Questions

% Required to Pass

Time Allowed

100 73% (73 items) 270 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

Sitework, Footings, and Foundation 10

Concrete and Concrete Reinforcement 15

Metals 10

Masonry 10

Carpentry 6

OSHA Safety 6

General Code, Plan Reading, and Estimating 27

Associated Trades 10

Roofing 6

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based

only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference materials are allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1. International Building Code

2. Code of Federal Regulations

3. Roofing Construction and Estimating

4. Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone

5. Pipe and Excavation Contracting

6. Gypsum Construction

7. Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders

8. Construction with Steel Deck

9. Reinforcing Bars

10. Concrete Mixtures

11. Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Un-bonded Post-Tensioning - Level 1 Field Fundamentals

12. Erection of Pre-Cast Concrete Products

 

Candidates are responsible for bringing their own references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed prior to the examination session. However, references may not be written in.  References may be tabbed/indexed withpermanent tabs only.

 

CE - ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

Number of Questions

% Required to Pass

Time Allowed

100 73% (73 items) 240 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

General Knowledge and Electrical Installation Requirements 14

Building Code Requirements 5

Services, Feeders, and Branch Circuits 10

Overcurrent Protection 4

Grounding and Bonding 10

Conductors and Cables 8

Raceways and Boxes 8

Hazardous Locations, Special Occupancies, and Special Equipment 12

Low Voltage, Alarms, Signaling Systems, and Communications 7

Lighting, Signs and General Use Equipment 6

OSHA and NFPA 70E Safety 6

Motors, Transformers, and Generators 10

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference materials are allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1. National Electrical Code

2. Code of Federal Regulations

3. Electrical Safety in the Workplace

4. International Building Code

 

The following reference material is NOT allowed in the examination center:

 

1. Electrical References Book

 

References may be tabbed/indexed with permanent tabs only.

 

*CMC - FULL MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR

IMPORTANT

Effective May 24, 2007, Senate Bill 0786 and HB 2122 requires plumbers to be pre- approved prior to taking CMC (plumbing exam) and must show evidence of three (3) years  experience. You must complete the “Exam Approval Request form.

 

Number of Questions

% Required to Pass

Time Allowed

120 73% (88 items) 300 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

Electrical Knowledge, Motors, and Controls 8

Piping - Refrigeration, Hydronic, Steam, and Process 10

Heating and Cooling Principles and Theory 5

Heating and Cooling Equipment and Components 10

Refrigerants and Refrigeration 10

Fuel and LP Gas 10

Combustion Air, Chimneys, Flues, and Vents 10

Ducts, Ventilation, and Exhaust 10

Plumbing 20

Load Calculation 5

Safety, Fire and Smoke Protection 12

Fire Sprinkler 10

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference materials are allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1.  International Mechanical Code

2. International Fuel Gas Code

3. Pipefitters Handbook

4. International Plumbing Code

5. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

6. An air duct sizing calculator wheel, slide, or similar device

7. HVAC Duct Construction Metal and Flexible

8. Electrical Reference Book

9. Carrier System Design - Piping Design

10. Code of Federal Regulations

11. Load Calculation for Commercial Summer and Winter Air Conditioning

12. NFPA Installation of Sprinkler Systems

14. J - Residential Load Calcs

 

Candidates are responsible for bringing their own references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed prior to the examination session.

 

CMC-C - MECHANICAL - HVAC/REFRIGERATION CONTRACTOR

 

Number of Questions

% Required to Pass

Time Allowed

100 73% (73 items) 240 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

Electrical Knowledge, Motors, and Controls 7

Piping - Refrigeration, Hydronic, Steam and Process 14

Heating and Cooling Principles and Theory 10

Heating and Cooling Equipment and Components 10

Refrigerants and Refrigeration 10

Fuel and LP Gas 10

Combustion Air, Chimneys, Flues and Vents 10

Ducts, Ventilation and Exhaust 14

Load Calculation 5

Safety, Fire and Smoke Protection 10

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference materials are allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1. International Mechanical Code

2. J - Residential Load Calcs

3. International Fuel Gas Code

4. Pipefitters Handbook

5. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

6. An air duct sizing calculator wheel, slide or similar device

7. HVAC Duct Construction Metal and Flexible

8. Electrical Reference Book

9. Carrier System Design - Piping Design

10. Code of Federal Regulations

 

Candidates are responsible for bringing their own references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed prior to the examination session. However, references may not be written in.

 

CMC-D - MECHANICAL - FIRE SPRINKLERS AND FIRE PROTECTION CONTRACTOR

 

Number of Questions

% Required to Pass

Time Allowed

77 73% (57 items) 180 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

Miscellaneous Systems 10

NFPA 13-D 4

NFPA 13-R 6

NFPA 13 30

NFPA 14 5

NFPA 20 7

NFPA 24 5

NFPA 25 6

NFPA 101 4

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference materials are allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1. Standard for Low, Medium, and High-Expansion Foam

2. Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems

3. Standard for Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire Protection

4. Standard for the Installation of Foam-Water Sprinkler and Foam-Water Spray Systems

5. Standard for Water Tanks for Private Fire Protection

6. Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems

7. Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes

7. Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height

8. Installation of Sprinkler Systems

9. Installation of Standpipe, Private Hydrant, and Hose Systems

10. Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection

11. Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances

12. Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems

 

Candidates are responsible for bringing their own references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed prior to the examination session. However, references may not be written in.

 

CE-A, H - HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

 

Number of Questions

% Required to Pass

Time Allowed

60 73% (44 items) 150 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

Safety 10

Tools, Equipment, and Transportation 10

Structures 5

Transformers, Breakers, Vaults 5

Conductors 4

Distribution, Transmission, and Substations 16

General Electrical Knowledge 10

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based

only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference materials are allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1. National Electrical Code

2. National Electrical Safety Code

3. Code of Federal Regulations

4. Electrical References

5. Lineman's and Cableman's Handbook

6. Electrician's Handbook

 

Candidates are responsible for bringing their own references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed prior to the examination session. However, references may not be written in. References may be tabbed/indexed withpermanent tabs only.

 

LMC - LICENSED MASONRY CONTRACTOR

 

Number of Questions

% Required to Pass

Time Allowed

70 73% (51 items) 180 minutes

 

CONTENT OUTLINE

Subject Area

Number of Items

Estimating and Plan Reading 7

Unit Masonry 10

Mortar and Grout 10

Accessories and Specialties 10

Stone 5

Tools 4

Restoration and Cleaning 4

Reinforced Masonry 6

Quality Assurance 6

Safety 8

 

REFERENCE LIST

The reference material listed below was used to prepare the questions for this examination. The examination may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of references as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed. This examination is OPEN BOOK.

 

The following reference materials are allowed in the examination center. The reference materials listed in the content outlines may be purchased at Contractor School Online. Must have the correct year and author.

 

1. International Building Code

2. Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Related Commentaries

3. Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone

4. Code of Federal Regulations

5. Masonry Standards for the Building Industry

6. Limestone Handbook

7. Repointing Mortar Joints in Historic Masonry Buildings

8. Cleaning Brickwork

 

Candidates are responsible for bringing their own references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed prior to the examination session. However, references may not be written in.

 

Important: You do not need to take both portions on the same day. You may take one portion at a time.

 

 

 

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