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The NASCLA exam blueprintPSI publishes twelve categories as raw question counts summing to 115. Procurement and Contracting Requirements is 31 and General Requirements is 25, …
Procurement and Contracting RequirementsThe largest category at 31 of 115 scored questions, covering bidding, contract types and precedence, bonds and insurance, changes and claims, payment …
General RequirementsThe second largest category at 25 of 115 scored questions, covering OSHA jurisdiction and recordkeeping, fall protection, scaffolds and ladders, perso…
Site ConstructionFifteen of 115 scored questions, covering excavation and protective systems, soils and compaction, stormwater and erosion control, site utilities and …
ConcreteSix of 115 scored questions covering formwork and shoring, reinforcing steel placement and cover, mixing and placing, and curing and weather concretin…
MetalsSix of 115 scored questions covering structural steel framing and connections, bolting and welding, steel decking and cold-formed framing, and erectio…
Mechanical and Plumbing SystemsSix of 115 scored questions covering plumbing rough-in and venting, water supply and backflow prevention, HVAC and ventilation, and fire protection an…
WoodFive of 115 scored questions covering framing members and load paths, fasteners and shear walls, and engineered wood, trusses and temporary bracing.
Thermal and Moisture ProtectionFive of 115 scored questions covering roofing systems and slope, flashing and waterproofing, insulation and vapor retarders, and sealants and envelope…
FinishesFive of 115 scored questions covering gypsum board and fire-rated assemblies, ceilings, flooring and tile, and painting and surface preparation.