City and County of Denver
Building Inspection
Community Planning and Development
201 Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80202
Phone: (720) 865-2770 Licensing
Information Web Site
Exam Administrator
International Code Council
National Contractor Trades Examinations
900 Montclair Rd.
Birmingham, AL 35213
Phone: (877) 783-3926, Fax: (205) 599-9884 Candidate Information
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Exam Type
OPEN BOOK
Exam Content
Subject Area
# of Questions
Theory, Terminology and General Requirements
9
Compressors and Types of Systems
5
Evaporators, Condensers and Cooling Towers
5
Piping Inspection and Field Testing
4
Air Ducts and Insulation
3
Electrical and Controls
11
Refrigerants
6
Operation Procedures
3
Maintenance and Repairs
4
Total Number of Test Questions:
50
Time Allowed (hours)
2.5
Passing percentage
70%
Recommended (permitted) Reference Books
1.
International Mechanical Code,2003 Edition, ICC.
2.
National Electrical Code (NFPA-70),
2005 Edition, ICC.
3.
Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning,
18th Edition, 2004, Althous, Turnquist, Bowditch, Bracciana.
Recommended Study Materials City and County of Denver • Refrigeration Operator