Prepare with confidence and pass your Arizona Solar Plumbing, Liquid Systems Only Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-78) Exam with this complete Online Exam Prep Course—specifically designed to help you master the plumbing, mechanical, pipefitting, and solar thermal system concepts covered on the Arizona licensing exam.
Built around the official reference materials used on the Arizona CR-78 exam, this course gives you the technical knowledge, code navigation skills, and open-book exam strategies needed to pass your exam efficiently and confidently.
Whether you’re an experienced plumbing professional expanding into solar thermal systems or pursuing your Arizona solar plumbing contractor license for the first time, this course provides a clear, structured path to exam success.
A structured, easy-to-follow online training system built around the official Arizona Solar Plumbing, Liquid Systems Only Residential / Commercial Contractor exam references.
Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
International Plumbing Code (IPC), 2018
International Mechanical Code (IMC), 2018
Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters, 8th Edition
IPT’s Pipe Trades Handbook, Robert A. Lee, 2016
Solar Water and Pool Heating Design and Installation Manual
This course is designed to help you understand both the technical trade knowledge and code-based material necessary to pass the Arizona CR-78 licensing exam.
Passing an open-book contractor exam is not just about knowing the material—it’s about knowing how to quickly find answers under pressure.
This course teaches you:
How to properly tab your books for fast navigation
How to highlight important code sections
How to use indexes, charts, and tables effectively
Proven techniques for locating answers quickly
Time-saving methods used by successful Arizona contractor exam candidates
The course covers the major systems and topics tested on the Arizona CR-78 exam, including:
Solar thermal system fundamentals
Solar collector types and applications
Water heating system design basics
Circulation systems and controls
Residential and commercial solar heating systems
Solar pool heating installation methods
Pool circulation system integration
Solar piping layouts and controls
System maintenance fundamentals
Pool heating efficiency considerations
Water supply and distribution systems
Pipe sizing and installation requirements
Drainage and venting fundamentals
Plumbing code compliance
Residential and commercial plumbing applications
Mechanical piping systems
Heating system fundamentals
Mechanical code requirements
Equipment installation standards
System operation and troubleshooting basics
Pipe measurements and calculations
Offset and fitting calculations
Pressure and flow formulas
Blueprint reading fundamentals
Pipe installation and layout procedures
OSHA construction safety standards
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ladder and scaffolding safety
Mechanical and plumbing jobsite hazards
Safe solar installation practices
Prepare with realistic practice exams designed to simulate the actual testing experience.
Timed practice exams
Solar plumbing and thermal system questions
Open-book navigation exercises
Detailed answer explanations
Speed and confidence-building drills
These exercises help improve both your technical understanding and your ability to quickly locate answers within the approved references.
Learn how to approach the Arizona CR-78 exam efficiently and strategically with proven methods that help improve speed and confidence.
Topics include:
Time management techniques for open-book exams
How to break down difficult technical questions
When to rely on memory versus book lookup
Common mistakes to avoid during the exam
Strategies for improving accuracy under time pressure
Study anytime, anywhere, at your own pace.
Perfect for working plumbing and solar professionals balancing exam prep with full-time field responsibilities.
This isn’t just a general plumbing course—it’s a focused exam prep system specifically built around the Arizona Solar Plumbing, Liquid Systems Only Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-78) licensing exam.
By combining:
Open-book navigation mastery
Plumbing and mechanical code instruction
Solar thermal and pool heating system review
Pipefitting and plumbing mathematics training
Realistic practice exams
Proven exam-taking strategies
…this course helps dramatically improve your chances of passing the exam quickly and confidently.
If you’re serious about becoming a licensed Arizona Solar Plumbing, Liquid Systems Only Residential / Commercial Contractor, this course gives you the roadmap, structure, and confidence needed to succeed.
Get your Arizona Solar Plumbing, Liquid Systems Only Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-78) Online Exam Prep Course today and take the next step toward earning your Arizona contractor license.