Prepare with confidence and pass your Arizona Ceramic, Plastic and Metal Tile Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-48) Exam with this focused, high-impact Online Exam Prep Course—designed specifically around the references used on the Arizona contractor licensing exam and built to help you succeed in Arizona’s open-book testing environment.
Whether you work in ceramic tile installation, stone and glass tile systems, specialty flooring applications, or decorative wall and floor finishes, this course gives you the exact technical knowledge, code navigation strategies, and practice tools you need to pass on your first try.
A structured, easy-to-follow training program that breaks down the major topics covered on the Arizona Ceramic, Plastic and Metal Tile Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-48) Exam using the approved exam references.
Sheet Metal, 2nd Edition
Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings (IRC), 2018
ANSI A108/A118/A136.1:2017 – American National Standard Specifications for the Installation of Ceramic Tile
Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation, 2017
Setting Tile, 1995 (USED)
Builders Guide to Floors, 1997
Tile Manual, 1991 (USED)
The course helps you understand both the technical and code-based knowledge required to successfully pass the exam and perform confidently in residential and commercial tile installation projects.
Master the most important skill for passing an open-book contractor exam—knowing how to quickly locate answers under time pressure.
This course includes step-by-step instruction on:
How to properly tab your books for fast navigation
How to highlight key tile installation and flooring standards
How to use indexes, charts, and illustrations effectively
Proven search techniques for locating answers quickly
Strategies used by successful Arizona contractor exam candidates
The course covers the critical concepts and systems tested on the Arizona Ceramic, Plastic and Metal Tile Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-48) Exam, including:
Tile layout and installation methods
ANSI tile installation standards
Mortars, grouts, and adhesive systems
Ceramic, glass, and stone tile applications
Residential and commercial tile assembly methods
Plastic and metal tile systems
Decorative wall and floor finishes
Specialty trim and edging applications
Waterproofing and moisture protection systems
Surface preparation and substrate requirements
Subfloor preparation methods
Floor leveling and surface correction
Moisture mitigation practices
Flooring transitions and underlayment systems
Residential and commercial floor construction principles
Blueprint reading and layout techniques
Tile spacing and pattern alignment
Cutting and fitting procedures
Repair and restoration methods
Quality control and inspection practices
International Residential Code requirements
Tile installation standards and best practices
Residential flooring system regulations
Moisture control and safety requirements
Interior finish compliance considerations
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Power tool and cutting equipment safety
Material handling procedures
Construction site hazard prevention
OSHA compliance standards for tile and flooring work
Train with realistic practice exams designed to simulate the actual testing experience.
Multiple timed practice exams
Questions aligned with real Arizona contractor exam topics
Open-book navigation exercises
Detailed answer explanations
Speed and accuracy training
These practice exams help build confidence while improving your ability to quickly locate answers within the approved references.
Learn how to approach the Arizona contractor exam efficiently and strategically:
Time management techniques for open-book exams
How to break down difficult technical questions
When to look up answers versus answer from knowledge
How to avoid common testing mistakes
Strategies to improve speed and confidence
Study anytime, anywhere, at your own pace.
Perfect for working contractors balancing exam prep with active residential and commercial tile installation projects.
This isn’t just a general tile installation course—it’s a proven exam prep system specifically built around how the Arizona Ceramic, Plastic and Metal Tile Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-48) Exam is structured.
By combining:
Open-book navigation mastery
Ceramic, glass, stone, plastic, and metal tile training
Flooring and substrate preparation instruction
ANSI standards review
Realistic practice exams
Proven exam strategies
…you dramatically improve your chances of passing quickly and confidently.
If you're serious about becoming a licensed Arizona tile contractor, this course gives you a clear roadmap to success—from understanding the material to mastering the open-book exam format.
Get your Arizona Ceramic, Plastic and Metal Tile Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-48) Exam – Online Exam Prep Course today and take the next step toward earning your Arizona contractor license.