The Construction Education Center provides 1-day test prep courses for the Connecticut mechanical licenses of:
- HVAC D2
- HVAC S2
- Plumbing P2
- Sheet Metal SM2
Our instructors have in depth knowledge of codes and trade information to assist you in preparing for these important industry examinations.
License Test Prep Courses Offered
HVAC (D2) License Exam Prep Course
This 7-hour prep course to help apprentices prepare for the Connecticut License exam and will:
- Review test taking procedures
- Review all reference materials indicated in the PSI Information Bulletin
- Review key definitions outlined in the International Mechanical Code and other code books
The following materials are required for the course. Attendees without all of the materials the day of class will be rescheduled for another date. Individuals registering for the course can purchase required materials through various book sellers.
- International Mechanical Code, 2015, 2018 or 2021 Editions
- NFPA 54: National Fuel Gas Code, 2012 or Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 Selections by PSI, with latest available amendments
- OSHA Standards 29 CFR Part 1926
- Modern Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, 22nd Edition
- ACCA Ductulator
- HVAC Duct Construction Standards, 2005, 3rd Edition (optional)
- This book is allowed in the exam room but is optional for this prep course.
- NFPA 58: Liquified Petroleum Gas Code, 2014 (optional)
HVAC (S2) License Exam Prep Course
This course will:
- Review test taking procedures
- Review all reference materials indicated in the PSI Information Bulletin
- Review key definitions outlined in the International Mechanical Code and other code books
The following materials are required for the course. Attendees without all of the materials the day of class will be rescheduled for another date. Individuals registering for the course can purchase required materials through various book sellers.
- International Mechanical Code, 2015, 2018, or 2021 Editions
- NFPA 54: National Fuel Gas Code, or National Fuel Gas Code Handbook, 2012 Edition
- NFPA 31: Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment, 2006 or 2011 Editions
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), with latest available amendments or Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 Selections by PSI, with latest available amendments
- Modern Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, 22nd Edition
- ACCA Ductulator
- HVAC Duct Construction Standards 2005, 3rd Edition
- This book is allowed in the exam room but is optional for this prep course.
- NFPA 58: Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code, 2014 Edition
- NFPA 56: Standard for Fire and Explosion Prevention During Cleaning and Purging of Flammable Gas Piping Systems, Current Edition
The following reference material is recommended for study, but is not allowed in the examination center and are not required for the prep class:
- Modern Hydronic Heating for Residential and Light Commerical Buildings, John Siegenthaler, 2004, 2nd Edition
- Residential Oil Burners, 3rd Edition, 2007
- Steam Plant Operation, 10th Edition, 2017
Plumbing (P2) License Exam Prep Course
This 8-Hour prep course to help apprentices prepare for the Connecticut License exam and will:
- Review test taking procedures
- Review all reference materials indicated in the PSI Information Bulletin
- Review key definitions outlined in the International Plumbing Code and other code books
The following materials are required for the course. Attendees without all of the materials the day of class will be rescheduled for another date. Individuals registering for the course can purchase required materials through various book sellers.
- International Plumbing Code, 2015, 2018 or 2021 Edition
- NFPA 54: National Fuel Gas Code 2012
- NFPA 58: Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code 2014
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), with latest available amendments or Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 Selections by PSI, with latest available amendments
- Water Processing: Residential, Commercial, Light Industrial 3rd Edition, 2000
- NFPA 56: Standard for Fire and Explosion Prevention During Cleaning and Purging of Flammable Gas Piping Systems, Current Edition
The following reference material is recommended for study, but is not allowed in the examination center and are not required for the prep class:
- Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters, Lee Smith, 8th Edition, 2013,
Plumbing Design and Installation, L.V. Ripka / ATP Publication.
Sheet Metal (SM2) License Exam Prep Course
This 8-hour prep course to help apprentices prepare for the Connecticut License exam and will:
- Review test taking procedures
- Review all reference materials indicated in the PSI Information Bulletin
- Review key definitions outlined in the International Mechanical Code and other code books
The following materials are required for the course. Attendees without all of the materials the day of class will be rescheduled for another date. Individuals registering for the course can purchase required materials through various book sellers.
- International Mechanical Code or International Mechanical Code with Commentary 2015, 2018, or 2021
- NFPA 96: Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations, 2014 Edition
- NFPA 90A: Standard for the Installation of Air Conditioning & Ventilation Systems, 2012
- ACCA Ductulator (Duct Slide Rule)
- Code of Federal Regulations - CFR Title 29, Part 1926 Selections (OSHA), 2013, PSI
- Fibrous Glass Duct Standards, 6th Edition
- HVAC Duct Standards - Metal and Flexible, 2005, 3rd Edition
Modern Welding, 2013, 11th Edition
This 8-hour prep course to help apprentices prepare for the Connecticut License exam and will:
* Review test taking procedures
* Review all reference materials indicated in the PSI Information Bulletin
* Review key definitions outlined in the International Mechanical Code and other code books
The following materials are required for the course. Attendees without all of the materials the day of class will be rescheduled for another date. Individuals registering for the course can purchase required materials through various book sellers.
1. International Mechanical Code, 2015, 2018 or 2021, ICC
2. NFPA 96: Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations, 2014
3. NFPA 90A: Standard for Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilation Systems, 2012
4. ACCA Ductulator (Duct Slide Rule)
5. CFR Title 29, Part 1926 Selections (OSHA) 2013, PSI
6. Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standards, 6th Edition
7. HVAC 2002 Fibrous Glass Duct Standards - Metal and Flexible, 3rd Edition, 2005
8. Modern Welding, 11th Edition, 2013, Althouse, Turnquist, Bowditch
Attendees are welcome to bring lunch with them.
This 8-Hour prep course to help apprentices prepare for the Connecticut License exam and will:
Review test taking procedures
Review all reference materials indicated in the PSI Information Bulletin
Review key definitions outlined in the International Plumbing Code and other code books
The following materials are required for the course. Attendees without all of the materials the day of class will be rescheduled for another date. Individuals registering for the course can purchase required materials through various book sellers.
International Plumbing Code, 2015, 2018 or 2021 Edition
NFPA 54: National Fuel Gas Code 2012
NFPA 58: Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code 2014
Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), with latest available amendments or Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 Selections by PSI, with latest available amendments
Water Processing: Residential, Commercial, Light Industrial 3rd Edition, 2000
NFPA 56: Standard for Fire and Explosion Prevention During Cleaning and Purging of Flammable Gas Piping Systems, Current Edition
The following books are recommended for study but not allowed in the testing center:
Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters, Lee Smith, 8th Edition, 2013
Plumbing Design and Installation, L.V. Ripka / ATP Publication
Refund Policy:
CEC employs a No Refund Policy. If enrolled participants must cancel a class, CEC will reschedule them for a class at a later date subject to availability. A $25.00 rescheduling fee will be applied if individuals do not contact our office within a week of class date if they are unable to attend.
Cancellation Policy:
CEC reserves the right to cancel any course or class due to circumstances beyond our control such as insufficient enrollment registration up to one week prior to class date or inclement weather. Alternative class dates will be offered to those enrolled.
In these instances, all tuition will be refunded, or class rescheduled to a later date. Classes cancelled due to inclement weather will be broadcast using the WFSB (channel 3)-Early Warning Network and NEWS 8 (WTNH) Storm Closings. They will also be posted on wfsb.com, wtnh.com and our website, thinkconstruction.org.
