The North Carolina Heating Group 1 Technician Exam is one of the most technical HVAC licensing exams in the state. Success requires mastering mechanical code, fuel gas systems, load calculations, duct design, energy compliance, and state laws.
This comprehensive book package includes the required reference materials used for the Heating Group 1 Technician examination β giving you the exact books needed to properly prepare.
North Carolina Administration Code and Policies, 2018 Edition
North Carolina Fuel Gas Code, 2018 Edition
North Carolina Mechanical Code, 2018 Edition
North Carolina Energy Conservation Code, 2018 Edition
North Carolina Residential Code, 2018 Edition
NC Boardβs Laws & Rules β 2026 Edition
Uniform Boiler and Pressure Vessel Act
Manual CS β Commercial Applications, Systems & Equipment (1993)
Manual J β Residential Load Calculations (2016 Reprint, 8th Full Edition)
Manual N β Commercial Load Calculation for Small Commercial Buildings, 5th Edition
Manual Q β Commercial Low Pressure, Low Velocity Duct System Design (1990)
Manual D β Residential Duct Systems (2016, 3rd Edition)
Ductulator
The Heating Group 1 Technician exam is calculation-heavy and code-intensive. Questions are based directly on:
β HVAC load calculations (Manual J & N)
β Commercial system applications (Manual CS)
β Duct sizing and layout (Manual D & Q)
β Fuel gas and mechanical code requirements
β Energy conservation standards
β Boiler and pressure vessel regulations
β North Carolina licensing laws and board rules
This is not a memorization exam β it tests your ability to navigate and apply real-world HVAC standards.
Individuals applying for the North Carolina Heating Group 1 Technician license
HVAC technicians advancing into higher-level licensing
Contractors seeking compliance with NC mechanical and fuel gas regulations
Candidates who want to pass on the first attempt
The exam is open book β but passing depends on how well you understand and navigate these materials.
This package provides the complete set of required technical references so you can:
Quickly locate formulas and tables
Master load calculation procedures
Understand duct design principles
Navigate state code requirements efficiently
Walk into your exam fully prepared