Construction Trade Research Area

City of Minneapolis (MN)
Journeyman Oil Burner

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Minneapolis, MN 55415
(612) 673-5892
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Exam Type

OPEN  BOOK

Exam Content

Subject Areas % of Questions
General Knowledge 23
General Regulations 12
Controls 8
Installation 14
Burners 17
Piping, Valves and Tanks 14
Chimneys, Flues and Vents 12

Total Number of Test Questions: 70
Time Allowed (hours): 2.0
Passing percentage: 75%

 

Books Allowed in the Exam

1. Minnesota State Mechanical, Fuel Gas and Plumbing Code, 2004, ICC.  
2. NFPA 30: Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code, 2003, NFPA.  
3. NFPA 31: Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment, 2006 Edition, NFPA.  

Optional Books Allowed in the Exam

4. International Mechanical Code 2000 with Minnesota Mechanical Amendments, ICC.  

Books NOT Allowed in the Exam

1. ASHRAE Handbook - HVAC Systems and Equipment, 2004 Edition, ASHRAE.  
2. Audel® HVAC Fundamentals, Volume 1: Heating Systems, Furnaces, and Boilers, 2004, 4th Edition.  
3. Oil Heat Technician's Manual, 2002, National Oilheat Research Alliance (NORA).  

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based on demand and the cost prohibitive nature of the reference books.

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