The Construction Education Center provides 1-day test prep courses for the Connecticut mechanical licenses of:
- HVAC D-2
- HVAC S-2
- Plumbing P-2
- Sheet Metal SM-2
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: Liquified 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
- 2005 HVAC Duct Standards, 3rd Edition
- ACCA Ductulator
- 2012 NFPA 90A: Standard for the Installation of Air Condition & Ventilation Systems
- 2002 Fibrous Glass Duct Standards
- 2013 Modern Welding, 11th Edition
- 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
