{"product_id":"denver-colorado-general-building-contractor-a-icc-g11-n-exam-book-package","title":"Denver Colorado General Building Contractor (A) (ICC - G11-N) Exam Book Package","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDenver Colorado General Building Contractor (A) (ICC - G11-N) Exam Book Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Denver Colorado General Building Contractor (A) (ICC - G11-N) Exam Book Package is designed for candidates preparing for the ICC G11-N National Standard General Building Contractor (A) exam using the 2018 International Building Code and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual. This package gives contractor candidates the primary references used to study commercial building code requirements, construction administration, life safety, plan reading, structural systems, concrete construction, exterior walls, roof assemblies, fire-resistance concepts, means of egress, special inspections, and broad building-code application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA General Building Contractor (A) classification is one of the broadest building contractor categories. Candidates preparing for this exam should be ready to work through questions involving commercial buildings, high-rise construction concepts, occupancy and construction type, structural systems, concrete, masonry, steel, wood, fire-resistance-rated construction, accessibility where applicable, roof assemblies, exterior walls, glass and glazing, gypsum board, special construction, and energy efficiency. The exam requires candidates to locate, interpret, and apply code requirements, not simply rely on jobsite experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor contractors pursuing work in Denver, Colorado, contractor licensing is handled through the City and County of Denver Community Planning and Development contractor licensing process. Denver contractor licensing is a two-step process. A license applicant must hold a supervisor certificate or employ someone who holds the required supervisor certificate before applying for the contractor license. For Class A construction certification, Denver identifies the scope as work to erect, add to, alter, demolish, or repair any building or structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book package is built for candidates who need the references connected to the ICC G11-N General Building Contractor (A) exam. The 2018 International Building Code is the primary building-code reference for commercial, multifamily, high-rise, and broad general construction topics. The 2021 ICC Concrete Manual supports concrete construction study, including concrete materials, reinforcement, formwork, placement, curing, inspection, testing, and structural concrete concepts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e International Building Code, 2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2021 ICC Concrete Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam-Focused Book Package:\u003c\/strong\u003e A two-book reference package aligned with the ICC G11-N National Standard General Building Contractor (A) exam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Building Study Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e References used to study administration, building planning, life safety, plan reading, foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, wood, exterior walls, roof assemblies, glass and glazing, gypsum board, special construction, and energy efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ICC G11-N exam is the National Standard General Building Contractor (A) exam. It is part of the ICC Contractor\/Trades testing program and is used by jurisdictions that require a general building contractor examination for licensing, registration, supervisor certification, or contractor qualification. Candidates preparing for Denver licensing should make sure the G11-N exam matches the contractor or supervisor certificate requirement for their intended scope of work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe G11-N exam includes 90 multiple-choice questions and has a four-hour time limit. The exam is open book. Because the test is timed, candidates should prepare by learning how to identify the topic, choose the correct reference, locate the section or table, and apply the requirement accurately. The best preparation combines code knowledge with fast reference navigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exam covers a wide range of general building contractor subjects. Important study categories include administration, building planning and life safety, plan reading, exterior walls, roof assemblies and rooftop structures, soils and foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, wood, glass and glazing, gypsum board and plaster, special construction, and energy efficiency. Candidates should expect the exam to test code application across multiple construction systems and building types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 International Building Code is the main reference for building-code study. Candidates should use it to review occupancy classification, construction type, building height and area, fire-resistance-rated construction, fire protection features, interior finishes, means of egress, accessibility where applicable, structural provisions, special inspections, soils and foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, wood, exterior walls, roof assemblies, glass and glazing, and energy-related requirements where included in the exam outline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 ICC Concrete Manual is included because concrete is a major construction topic for the General Building Contractor (A) exam. Candidates should use it to study concrete materials, reinforcement, formwork, placement, consolidation, curing, joints, inspection, testing, structural concrete requirements, and concrete code application. Concrete questions may require both technical understanding and the ability to use the manual efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Denver Colorado General Building Contractor (A) (ICC - G11-N) exam is an open book test. Candidates may use approved references during the exam, subject to the current rules established by the testing provider and exam site. Open book testing rewards candidates who can use the references quickly and accurately. It does not remove the need for serious preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this exam package, candidates should study with the 2018 International Building Code and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual. The IBC is often the correct starting point for building planning, life safety, occupancy, construction type, means of egress, exterior walls, roof assemblies, structural systems, special inspections, and material-specific code requirements. The Concrete Manual supports concrete-focused questions involving materials, placement, reinforcement, inspection, testing, and code-based concrete construction practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen book preparation should include repeated navigation practice. Candidates should be able to move from a question topic to the correct reference, then to the correct chapter, section, table, figure, definition, or exception. A question about means of egress should lead quickly to the life safety provisions. A question about construction type should lead to the building classification and fire-resistance sections. A question about concrete placement or reinforcement should lead to the Concrete Manual or the applicable IBC concrete provisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference materials used in the exam room must comply with testing rules. Candidates should use only permitted tabs, highlighting, and markings. Books may be inspected before testing. Loose notes, copied pages, unapproved inserts, or markings that do not meet testing rules can create problems on exam day. Preparing the books in a clean, compliant, and organized way is an important part of exam readiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContractor licensing in Denver, Colorado is handled through the City and County of Denver contractor licensing process. Candidates pursuing a General Building Contractor (A) path should begin by identifying the exact certificate and contractor license required for the work they plan to perform. Denver uses supervisor certificates as part of its licensing process, and a contractor license applicant must hold or employ someone who holds the proper supervisor certificate before applying for the contractor license.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first step is confirming that the ICC G11-N National Standard General Building Contractor (A) exam is the correct exam for the Denver certificate or license path being pursued. Exam titles and exam codes matter. Candidates should match the General Building Contractor (A) exam to the Denver requirement before registering for testing or purchasing exam materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, candidates should review Denver’s Class A Supervisor Certificate requirements. Denver identifies the Class A scope as the ability to erect, add to, alter, demolish, or repair any building or structure. Denver also requires documented qualifying experience for the supervisor certificate application, including commercial building experience and specific project information. Applicants should follow Denver’s current application instructions and provide the documents required for their certificate type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter confirming the exam and certificate path, candidates should prepare with the correct references. This package includes the International Building Code, 2018 and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual. Study should include code reading, reference navigation, permitted tabbing and highlighting, topic review, and timed practice with general building contractor questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce prepared, candidates can schedule the ICC G11-N exam through the approved ICC Contractor\/Trades testing process. On exam day, candidates should bring proper identification and approved reference materials in acceptable condition. After passing the exam, candidates generally submit the official pass result as part of the supervisor certificate or contractor licensing process required by Denver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePassing the G11-N exam is an important step, but it does not automatically authorize every type of building work. Denver determines whether an applicant has met the full supervisor certificate, contractor licensing, experience, permit, documentation, insurance, and classification requirements. Contractors should keep copies of exam results, certificate approvals, license documents, permit records, inspection reports, and renewal materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eState Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColorado does not issue one statewide general contractor license that covers all general building contractors. Many general contractor licensing requirements are handled by local jurisdictions such as cities and counties. For work in Denver, contractors should follow the City and County of Denver contractor licensing, supervisor certificate, permit, inspection, and code compliance requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDenver contractor licensing is a two-step process. A license applicant must hold the proper supervisor certificate, hold a qualifying state electrical or plumbing license where applicable, or employ someone who holds the proper supervisor certificate before applying for a contractor license. For general building work, the supervisor certificate and contractor license classification should match the scope of work being performed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Building Contractor (A) candidates should understand that Denver Class A construction certification is connected to broad building authority. The Class A scope includes erecting, adding to, altering, demolishing, or repairing any building or structure. Because this classification is broad, candidates should be prepared for exam topics covering a wide range of building systems and code requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral building projects may involve permit applications, plan review, zoning review, structural review, fire and life safety review, inspections, adopted building codes, local amendments, and final approval requirements. A contractor license is only one part of compliance. The project scope, occupancy, construction type, building height, structural system, site conditions, and life safety features may determine which approvals and inspections are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause contractor licensing is handled locally in many Colorado jurisdictions, contractors should keep organized records. Exam results, supervisor certificates, contractor licenses, insurance records, business information, permit approvals, inspection reports, correction notices, and renewal confirmations may be needed for future projects, renewals, or applications in other jurisdictions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReference Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: International Building Code, 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2018 IBC is used to study general building code requirements for commercial, multifamily, high-rise, and broad building-code applications. Candidates should review administration, occupancy, construction type, fire and life safety, means of egress, exterior walls, roof assemblies, structural systems, glass and glazing, gypsum board, special construction, energy provisions, and inspection-related code requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: 2021 ICC Concrete Manual\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 ICC Concrete Manual supports study of concrete construction, reinforcing, formwork, placement, curing, inspection, testing, concrete materials, structural concrete principles, and code-based concrete requirements tied to the 2021 IBC and ACI 318-19.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTest Information and Study Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main study materials for this package are the 2018 International Building Code and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual. Candidates should study these books as working references. The goal is not to memorize every page. The goal is to know where information is located and how to apply it under timed exam conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with the organization of the IBC. Review the table of contents, chapter titles, definitions, index, tables, figures, and appendices where applicable. Definitions are especially important because exam questions often use code terms in a precise way. Terms related to occupancy, construction type, fire-resistance rating, means of egress, exterior wall, roof assembly, foundation, concrete, masonry, steel, wood, glazing, and special construction should be understood in code context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdministration and plan reading should be reviewed early. Candidates should study permits, inspections, construction documents, approvals, violations, stop work concepts, and general code administration when included in the exam outline. Plan reading questions may require candidates to identify construction details, interpret drawings, understand symbols, and connect plan information to code requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding planning and life safety are important exam areas. Candidates should review occupancy classification, fire-resistance concepts, egress components, exit access, exits, exit discharge, occupant load, travel distance, corridors, doors, stairways, handrails, guards, accessibility where applicable, smoke protection, fire protection features, and interior finish requirements. These questions often require careful reading because small differences in conditions can change the correct answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStructural systems should receive major study attention. The G11-N exam includes soils and foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, and wood. Candidates should review footing requirements, foundation walls, slabs, soil conditions, anchors, reinforcement, concrete placement, masonry construction, steel framing concepts, wood framing, load paths, roof framing, and related construction details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConcrete study should include focused work with the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual. Candidates should review materials, mixing, reinforcement, cover, formwork, placement, consolidation, curing, joints, inspection, testing, and structural concrete concepts. Concrete questions may require candidates to apply both technical knowledge and code-based requirements, so repeated practice with the manual is useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExterior walls and roof assemblies should also be studied carefully. Candidates should review wall coverings, weather protection, opening protection, fire-resistance requirements, parapets, roof coverings, roof slopes, rooftop structures, drainage coordination, materials, and installation requirements. These topics connect building durability, life safety, and code compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlass and glazing, gypsum board, plaster, special construction, and energy efficiency should not be ignored. Even when these categories are smaller, they can produce important exam points. Candidates should review safety glazing locations, interior finishes, gypsum installation, fire-resistance-rated assemblies, special structures, thermal envelope concepts, insulation, and energy provisions connected to building performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimed practice is strongly recommended. The G11-N exam has 90 questions and a four-hour time limit. Candidates should practice using both references while answering exam-style questions. A good approach is to study by category first, then move into mixed practice. During practice, candidates should track which topics take the longest to locate and return to those chapters for additional review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Exam Prep helps candidates prepare for the Denver Colorado General Building Contractor (A) (ICC - G11-N) exam with organized study support and trade-focused preparation. This package gives candidates the code references needed to begin studying with the correct books and a clear path through the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral building contractors often bring strong field experience to the exam, but exam questions require code-based answers. A candidate may know how construction is performed on the job but still need practice locating the exact IBC or Concrete Manual information that supports the correct answer. 1 Exam Prep helps students focus on the connection between practical construction knowledge and exam-ready code navigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur preparation approach emphasizes topic organization, reference navigation, practice-oriented review, and confidence-building study structure. Candidates can focus on major exam categories such as administration, building planning, life safety, plan reading, foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, wood, exterior walls, roof assemblies, glass and glazing, gypsum board, special construction, and energy efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an open book exam, knowing how to use the references is just as important as owning them. Candidates should know where common topics are located, how to read tables, how to use definitions, and how to apply code provisions to construction scenarios. 1 Exam Prep supports a study structure that makes the books more manageable and helps candidates use study time more effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo exam preparation product can guarantee a passing score, licensing approval, or business outcome. What this book package can do is help candidates prepare with the correct references, develop stronger code navigation habits, and study the general building contractor topics connected to the ICC G11-N National Standard General Building Contractor (A) exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ: What is included in the Denver Colorado General Building Contractor (A) (ICC - G11-N) Exam Book Package?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis package includes the International Building Code, 2018 and the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual. These references are used to prepare for the ICC G11-N National Standard General Building Contractor (A) exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ: What is the ICC G11-N exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ICC G11-N exam is the National Standard General Building Contractor (A) exam. It is used by jurisdictions that require an ICC general building contractor exam for licensing, supervisor certification, registration, or contractor qualification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ: Is the ICC G11-N General Building Contractor (A) exam open book?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The G11-N exam is an open book test. Candidates should prepare by learning how to use the approved references quickly and by following testing rules for tabs, highlighting, markings, and book condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ: How many questions are on the G11-N exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe G11-N exam has 90 multiple-choice questions and a four-hour time limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ: What topics should I study for the G11-N exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant study topics include administration, building planning and life safety, plan reading, exterior walls, roof assemblies, soils and foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, wood, glass and glazing, gypsum board and plaster, special construction, and energy efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ: Does Denver contractor licensing require a supervisor certificate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Denver contractor licensing is a two-step process. A license applicant must hold the required supervisor certificate or employ someone who holds the required supervisor certificate before applying for a contractor license.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ: Does passing the G11-N exam automatically give me a Denver contractor license?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Passing the exam may be one part of the supervisor certificate or contractor licensing process. Denver determines whether an applicant has met the full certificate, licensing, experience, permit, documentation, insurance, and classification requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ: Why is the 2021 ICC Concrete Manual included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 ICC Concrete Manual is included because concrete is a major study area for the G11-N exam. Candidates should use it to review concrete materials, reinforcing, placement, curing, inspection, testing, and code-based concrete construction concepts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ: Can 1 Exam Prep guarantee that I will pass the G11-N exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 1 Exam Prep does not guarantee passing, licensing approval, or exam outcomes. This package provides the reference books and organized study direction candidates can use to prepare more effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1 Exam Prep","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45958698631225,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1789\/0861\/files\/CO-DenverGenBldgA_ICC-G11-N_-BOOKS.jpg?v=1782169262","url":"https:\/\/1examprep.com\/products\/denver-colorado-general-building-contractor-a-icc-g11-n-exam-book-package","provider":"1 Exam Prep","version":"1.0","type":"link"}