California Contractor School Online®
National Contractors License Bureau
The premiere contractor school to assist you in passing your state contractor license exam.
State Test Contents

C-20 Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning

The Examination is divided into several major sections. Note that all percentages are estimations. These sections are:

  1. System Evaluation and Design (15%)
    • HVAC system design and evaluation
    • HVAC calculations
    • Duct system design and layout

  2. Fabrication (5%)
    • Duct system fabrication
    • Installation preparation

  3. System Installation and Start Up (33%)
    • Electrical components
    • Plumbing and refrigeration components
    • Air distribution and duct systems
    • HVAC system start up

  4. Service, Maintenance, and Repair (37%)
    • HVAC system tests and checks
    • HVAC system maintenance or repair

  5. Safety (12%)
    • Personal protective equipment
    • Safety precautions taken at work site
    • Documentation of hazardous materials