NC H-1 Exam Prep Course
The Technical Training Institute’s curriculum for the NC H-1 Exam Prep Course has been developed to teach students the latest NC Code-based test material, commercial load estimating utilizing the approved ACCA Design manuals, and the specific articles of NC Contracting Law.
You’ll spend half of the first day on a comprehensive review of NC Business Exam questions from NC Contracting Law. (Note: Exams are administered by PSI testing; you’ll take the NC Technical and Business Exams on the same day).
Smart Move, Taking Our H-1 Prep Course
- Cover hundreds of sample test questions in two fast-paced days.
- Learn to use all the code books.
- Apply the simple testing techniques.
- Go pass your test.
Getting Licensed In North Carolina
To begin the process, you submit an application for the H-1 Exam to the Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors Board of Examiners before you take a license exam.
For more information about NC Contractor Licensing and the field experience required to qualify, click on the link to download the license application form for Plumbing and HVAC licenses, or visit the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors website.
Take an in-person class or join our live training event from any location over GoToMeeting.
GoToMeeting helps you participate remotely and experience the same collaboration, instructor interaction, and learning benefits as if you were physically in the classroom!
A Great Class Starts with a Great Instructo
Your instructor, Michael J. Pratl, has over 30 years of field experience, is a mechanical contractor licensed by the states of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida, a Certified Building Analyst, and an NCCER Certified Master Trainer.
Codebooks for the H-1 Exam
Note: The exam reference book package pricing is for TTI students only. You must be registered for a classroom or distance-learning program to order codebooks from the TTI Bookstore.
- 2018 NC Administrative Codes & Policies
- 2018 NC Energy Code
- 2018 NC Fuel Gas Code
- 2018 NC Mechanical Code
- ACCA Manual D
- ACCA Manual Q
- ACCA Manual CS
- ACCA Manual J, Full 8th Edition
- ACCA Manual N, 5th Edition
- ACCA Duct Calculator
- Uniform Boiler and Pressure Vessel Act (Download PDF Free from NCDOL website)
- 2025 NC Laws & Rules
- Business & Project Management Handbook, 6th Edition
- Redi-Tag 200 ct. Index Tabs
Click here to visit the Bookstore for your books.
H-1 Course Agenda
Day One
6:45 a.m.-9:00 a.m. Overview of Required Books
- Rules for Book Usage and Modification
- Using PSI Software Effectively
- Question Mix for Business & Technical Exams
- Successful Strategies to Use During the Exam
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Overview of NC Codebooks
- How Sample Questions are Delivered
- Answering Sample Questions
- Mechanical Code
- Fuel Gas Code
- Energy Code
- Administrative Code
| 12:00 p.m.-12:45 p.m. | Lunch | |
| 12:45 p.m.-2:30 p.m. | Sample Questions from NC Mechanical, Fuel Gas, Energy, Administrative Codes | |
| 2:45 p.m.-5:00 p.m. | Overview of NC Business Exam, Sample Business Questions |
12:00 p.m.-12:45 p.m.
Lunch
12:45 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
Sample Questions from NC Mechanical, Fuel Gas, Energy, Administrative Codes
2:45 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Overview of NC Business Exam, Sample Business Questions
Day Two
| 6:45 a.m.-9:00 a.m. | Modern Refrigeration Review, Modern Refrigeration Sample Questions | |
| 9:15 a.m.-10:15 a.m. | ACCA Manual N Review & Tabbing, ACCA Manual N Sample Questions | |
| 10:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m. | ACCA Manual CS Review and Tabbing, ACCA Manual CS Sample Questions | |
| 11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Basic Duct Design Using the ACCA Duct Calculator | |
| 12:00 p.m.-12:45 p.m. | Lunch | |
| 12:45 p.m.-1:45 p.m. | ACCA Manual Q Review and Tabbing, ACCA Manual Q Sample Questions | |
| 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. | ACCA Manual J Review and Tabbing, ACCA Manual J Sample Questions | |
| 3:45 p.m.-5:00 p.m. | ACCA Manual D Review and Tabbing, ACCA Manual D Sample Questions |
6:45 a.m.-9:00 a.m.
Modern Refrigeration Review, Modern Refrigeration Sample Questions
9:15 a.m.-10:15 a.m.
ACCA Manual N Review & Tabbing, ACCA Manual N Sample Questions
10:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
ACCA Manual CS Review and Tabbing, ACCA Manual CS Sample Questions
11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Basic Duct Design Using the ACCA Duct Calculator
12:00 p.m.-12:45 p.m.
Lunch
12:45 p.m.-1:45 p.m.
ACCA Manual Q Review and Tabbing, ACCA Manual Q Sample Questions
2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
ACCA Manual J Review and Tabbing, ACCA Manual J Sample Questions
3:45 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
ACCA Manual D Review and Tabbing, ACCA Manual D Sample Questions
We're proud of our student's success & ask for feedback after testing
Sent: Saturday, May 14, 2022
Subject: H3-1 exam prep
I just wanted to thank you for your presentation, explanations and strategies offered in your NC H3-1 exam prep class. It’s incredibly valuable information presented in a professional, no nonsense, efficient methodology that proved invaluable at test time and was THE difference in my confidence and ability to pass the exam the first time. Thanks again, Ronald A Moore, II, K & B HVAC, LLC
I participated in the exam prep class on October 31 and November 1, 2020. Just wanted to let you know that I did pass both business & law and H-3-1 on the first attempt yesterday.
What really helped the most was how you simply broke down what each codebook covered. The practice questions had the code reference and a description so I could determine if I was on the right track.
I appreciate the work and the detail that you have put into your prep class and study manual. I know how much work is involved and I applaud your work.
I was so excited leaving PSI yesterday all the work, all the study, the late nights, practice questions during lunch it all paid off.
Thank You for doing what you do I was 100% satisfied with your class and the way you made everyone feel so confident was priceless.
Warren Roper/BioMerieux
Mike –
I know you like feedback when someone from your class takes the PSI test. The good news I passed. I did everything you said to do.
Biggest help is to answer all the questions in your book in the back over and over again, that gets you real familiar using the correct book. The class definitely was the difference.
Donald Iredale, Assistant Branch Manager, Wilmington Air
November, 2021
Just wanted to let you know that I passed the business and H-3-1 on my first try. Your training was on point. I will recommend your company to anyone wanting to get licensed. I’m very pleased and wanted to say thank you from my family to yours!
Thanks, William Wilson
Classroom & GoToMeeting
In-person class seating is limited to 20 students so please enroll early!
GoToMeeting Classes are Live
We offer monthly GoToMeeting classes to save our students time and travel expenses.
Take your exam prep course from any location with Wi-Fi, saving time and travel expenses! TTI’s Student Manual and Study Guide for your prep class is mailed in advance, and GoToMeeting links to join class are emailed.
H-1 Exam Prep Course Dates
Wednesday-Thursday, May 21 & 22 / GoToMeeting, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and shipped prior to class.
Classroom/Raleigh
Saturday-Sunday, June 7 & 8 / Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class.
Classroom/Raleigh
Saturday-Sunday, August 2 & 3 / Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class.
Classroom/Raleigh
Saturday-Sunday, September 13 & 14 / Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class.
Wed-Thurs, September 24 & 24 / GoToMeeting, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and shipped prior to class.
Classroom/Raleigh
Saturday-Sunday, October 11 & 12 / Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class.
Wed-Thurs, October 22 & 23 / GoToMeeting, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and shipped prior to class.
Classroom/Raleigh
Saturday-Sunday, November 8 & 9 / Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class.
Wed-Thurs, November 19 & 20 / GoToMeeting, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and shipped prior to class.
Classroom/Raleigh
Saturday-Sunday, December 13 & 14 / Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class.
Can't Make a Class?
If you already own the exam reference books listed below, prepare for your exam at home, at your own pace.
NC H-2 Exam Prep Course
It’s not rocket science. It’s the mechanical code.
We’ll teach you the simple tools to pass the first time!
The Technical Training Institute’s curriculum for the NC H-2 Exam Prep Course has been developed to teach students the latest NC-code-based test material, commercial load estimating, and duct design procedures utilizing the approved ACCA Design manuals, and the specific articles of NC Contracting Law.
You’ll spend half of day one on a comprehensive review of NC Business Exam questions from NC Contracting Law, (exams are administered by PSI Testing: you’ll take the NC Technical and Business Exams on the same day).
Smart Move, Taking Our H-2 Prep Course
- Cover hundreds of sample test questions in 2 fast-paced days
- Learn to use all the codebooks
- Apply the simple testing techniques
- Go pass your test
Getting Licensed in North Carolina
To begin the process, you submit an application for the H-2 Exam to the Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors Board of Examiners before you take a license exam.
For more information about NC Contractor Licensing and the field experience required to qualify, click on the link to download the license application form for Plumbing and HVAC licenses, or visit the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors website.
Take an in-person class or join our live training event from any location with an internet connection.
GoToMeeting helps you participate remotely and experience the same collaboration, instructor interaction, and learning benefits as if you were physically in the classroom!
A Great Class Starts with a Great Instructor
Your instructor, Michael J. Pratl, has over 30 years of field experience, is a mechanical contractor licensed by the states of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida, a Certified Building Analyst, and an NCCER Certified Master Trainer.
Codebooks for H2 Exam
(Note: exam reference book package pricing is for TTI students only. You must be registered for a classroom or distance-learning program to order codebooks from the TTI Bookstore.)
- 2018 NC Administrative Codes & Policies
- 2018 NC Energy Code
- 2018 NC Fuel Gas Code
- 2018 NC Mechanical Code
- ACCA Manual Q
- ACCA Manual CS
- ACCA Manual N, 5th Edition
- ACCA Duct Calculator
- Modern Refrigeration, 22nd Edition
- 2025 NC Laws & Rules
- Business & Project Management Handbook, 6th Edition
- Redi-Tag Pre-Printed Permanent Index Tabs
H-2 Exam Prep Dates
Wed – Thurs, May 21 & 22 / GoToMeeting, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and shipped prior to class. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Raleigh/Classroom
Saturday – Sunday, June 7 & 8 / Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class sign-in. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Raleigh/Classroom
Saturday – Sunday, August 2 & 3 / Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class sign-in. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Wed – Thurs , August 13 & 14 / GoToMeeting, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and shipped prior to class. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Raleigh/Classroom
Saturday – Sunday, September 13 & 14 / Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class sign-in. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Wed – Thurs , September 24 & 25 / GoToMeeting, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and shipped prior to class. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Raleigh/Classroom
Saturday – Sunday, October 11 & 12/ Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class sign-in. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Wed – Thurs , October 22 & 23 / GoToMeeting, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and shipped prior to class. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Raleigh/Classroom
Saturday – Sunday, November 8 & 9/ Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class sign-in. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Wed – Thurs , November 19 & 20 / GoToMeeting, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and shipped prior to class. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Raleigh/Classroom
Saturday – Sunday, December 13 & 14/ Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class sign-in. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
H-2 Exam Prep Course Agenda
Day One:
6:45 am.- 9:00 a.m.
Overview of Required Books
- Rules for Book Usage and Modification
- Using PSI Software Effectively
- Question Mix for Business and Technical Exams
- Successful Strategies to Use During the Exams
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Overview of Required Books
- How Sample Questions are Delivered
- Answering Sample Questions
- Mechanical Code
- Fuel Gas Code
- Energy Code
- Administrative Code
12:00 p.m.- 12:45 p.m.
Lunch
12:45 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Sample Questions from NC Mechanical, Fuel Gas, Energy, & Administrative Codes
2:45 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Overview of NC Business Exam & Sample Business Questions
Day Two:
6:45 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Modern Refrigeration Review, Tabbing & Highlighting, & Modern Refrigeration Sample Questions
9:15 a.m.-10:15 a.m.
ACCA Manual N Review & Tabbing, ACCA Manual N Sample Questions
10:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
ACCA Manual CS Review & Tabbing, ACCA Manual CS Sample Questions
11:15 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Basic Duct Design Using the ACCA Duct Calculator
12:00 p.m.- 12:45 p.m.
Lunch
12:45 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
ACCA Manual Q Review & Tabbing and ACCA Manual Q Sample Questions
2:00 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.
ACCA Manual J Review & Tabbing and ACCA Manual J Sample Questions
3:45 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
ACCA Manual D Review & Tabbing, ACCA Manual D Sample Questions
H-3-I EXAM Prep Course
The Technical Training Institute’s H-3-I Exam Prep has been developed to review the latest NC Code-based test questions, residential and commercial load estimating, and duct design questions utilizing the approved ACCA Design manuals.
You’ll also spend half a class day on a review of NC Business Exam questions from NC Contracting Law.
Smart Move, Taking Our H-3 Prep Course
- Cover hundreds of sample test questions in 2 fast-paced days
- Learn to use all the codebooks.
- Apply the simple testing techniques.
- Go pass your test
Take an in-person class or join our live training event from any location with an internet connection.
GoToMeeting helps you participate remotely and experience the same collaboration, instructor interaction, and learning benefits as if you were physically in the classroom!
A Great Class Starts with a Great Instructor
Your instructor, Michael J. Pratl, has over 30 years of field experience, is a mechanical contractor licensed by the states of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida, a Certified Building Analyst, and an NCCER-Certified Master Trainer.
We're proud of our student's success!
Sent: Saturday, May 14, 2022
Subject: H3-1 exam prep
I just wanted to thank you for your presentation, explanations and strategies offered in your NC H3-1 exam prep class. It’s incredibly valuable information presented in a professional, no nonsense, efficient methodology that proved invaluable at test time and was THE difference in my confidence and ability to pass the exam the first time.
Thanks again, Ronald A Moore, II, K & B HVAC, LLC
I participated in the exam prep class on October 31 and November 1, 2020. Just wanted to let you know that I did pass both business & law and H-3-1 on the first attempt yesterday.
What really helped the most was how you simply broke down what each codebook covered. The practice questions had the code reference and a description so I could determine if I was on the right track.
I appreciate the work and the detail that you have put into your prep class and study manual. I know how much work is involved and I applaud your work.
I was so excited leaving PSI yesterday all the work, all the study, the late nights, practice questions during lunch it all paid off.
Thank You for doing what you do I was 100% satisfied with your class and the way you made everyone feel so confident was priceless.
Warren Roper/BioMerieux
Mike –
I know you like feedback when someone from your class takes the PSI test. The good news I passed. I did everything you said to do.
Biggest help is to answer all the questions in your book in the back over and over again, that gets you real familiar using the correct book. The class definitely was the difference.
Donald Iredale, Assistant Branch Manager, Wilmington Air
November, 2021
Hello Michael,
Just wanted to let you know that I passed the business and H-3-1 on my first try. Your training was on point. I will recommend your company to anyone wanting to get licensed. I’m very pleased and wanted to say thank you from my family to yours!
Thanks, William Wilson
H-3-I Exam Prep Course Dates
Wed – Thurs, May 21 and 22 / GoToMeeting, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and shipped prior to class. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Classroom/Raleigh
Saturday – Sunday, June 7 and 8 / Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class sign-in. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Classroom/Raleigh
Saturday – Sunday, August 2 & 3 / Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class sign-in. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Wed – Thurs, August 13 & 14 / GoToMeeting, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and shipped prior to class. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Classroom/Raleigh
Saturday – Sunday, September 13 & 14 / Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class sign-in. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Wed – Thurs, September 24 & 25 / GoToMeeting, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and shipped prior to class. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Classroom/Raleigh
Saturday – Sunday, October 11 & 12 / Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class sign-in. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Wed – Thurs, October 22 & 23 / GoToMeeting, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and shipped prior to class. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Classroom/Raleigh
Saturday – Sunday, November 8 & 9 / Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class sign-in. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Wed – Thurs, November 19 & 20 / GoToMeeting, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and shipped prior to class. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
Classroom/Raleigh
Saturday – Sunday, December 13 & 14 / Classroom, $595
Exam Prep Student Manual and Study Guide included in tuition and delivered at class sign-in. Course, local hotel information, and TTI’s recommended tabbing guide will be emailed within 24 hours.
H-3-I Codebooks
(Note: exam reference book package pricing is for TTI students only. You must be registered for a classroom or distance-learning program to order codebooks from the TTI Bookstore)
- 2018 NC Administrative Code
- 2018 NC Energy Conservation Code
- 2018 NC Fuel Gas Code
- 2018 NC Mechanical Code
- Modern Refrigeration, 22nd Edition
- ACCA Manual J, Version 8, Full Version
- ACCA Manual D
- ACCA Manual Q
- ACCA Manual N, Version 5
- January 2025 NC Laws & Rules
- NACLA Business and Project Management, 6th Edition
- ACCA Duct Calculator
- Red-Tag Pre-Printed Index Tabs
H-3-I Exam Prep Course Agenda
Day One:
6:45 am.- 9:00 a.m.
Overview of Required Books
- Rules for Book Usage & Modification
- Using PSI Software Effectively
- Question Mix for Business & Technical Exams
- Successful Strategies to Use During the Exams
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Overview of Required Books
- How Sample Questions are Delivered
- Answering Sample Questions
- Mechanical Code
- Fuel Gas Code
- Energy Code
- Administrative Code
12:00 p.m.- 12:45 p.m.
Lunch
12:45 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Sample Questions from NC Mechanical, Fuel Gas, Energy, and Administrative Codes
2:45 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Overview of NC Business Exam & Sample Business Questions
Day Two:
6:45 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Modern Refrigeration Review, Tabbing & Highlighting, & Modern Refrigeration Sample Questions
9:15 a.m.-10:15 a.m.
ACCA Manual N Review & Tabbing & ACCA Manual N Sample Questions
10:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
ACCA Manual CS Review & Tabbing & ACCA Manual CS Sample Questions
11:15 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Basic Duct Design Using the ACCA Duct Calculator
12:00 p.m.- 12:45 p.m.
Lunch
12:45 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
ACCA Manual Q Review & Tabbing & ACCA Manual Q Sample Questions
2:00 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.
ACCA Manual D Review & Tabbing & ACCA Manual D Sample Questions
3:45 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
ACCA Manual D Review & Tabbing, ACCA Manual D Sample Questions
Can't Make the Prep Class?
Get ready for your exam at home or at work, anytime!
Click here to order the Heating Exam Prep – Home Study Manual (Manual includes sample technical and business exam questions with answer keys.)
$249.00