Georgia Conditioned Air Contractors Class II (Unrestricted) Contractor - Online Exam Prep Course

Georgia Conditioned Air Contractors Class II (Unrestricted) Contractor - Online Exam Prep Course

If you’re pursuing a Georgia Conditioned Air Contractor Class II (Unrestricted) license, your exam prep needs to reflect a broader scope of work and the way the exam is built: applied code decisions, system design judgment, installation knowledge, and service/repair problem-solving—plus the business, safety, and compliance responsibilities contractors are expected to understand.

This online exam prep course is designed to help you study with structure and purpose. You’ll review the same major content categories listed in the PSI Candidate Information Handbook, practice the kind of scenario-based questions the exam is known for, and build a consistent routine that supports long exam-day stamina. Because the exam is reference-permitted, the course also emphasizes efficient “find-and-confirm” habits so you can use approved books effectively under time pressure—without relying on searching for every answer.

Class II candidates typically benefit most from a balanced plan: reinforce design fundamentals first, then layer in installation and service/repair work, and finish with targeted review of regulations, safety, and administrative requirements. This course follows that logic so your study time stays aligned with what the exam actually tests.

Exam Details

• Licensing board: Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board – Division of Conditioned Air Contractors
• Testing provider: PSI (computer-based testing at PSI Test Centers)
• Exam format: Multiple-choice
• Exam administration: The exam program is administered in two parts (Class I and Class II) with a break between parts.
• Total exam time: 7 hours total for both parts (3.5 hours for Part I, break, 3.5 hours for Part II). This time includes the beta (pretest) questions.
• Class II questions (per examination): 100 test questions
• Additional pretest questions (per examination): 20 (not scored)
• Total questions presented (per examination): 120
• Passing score: Minimum passing final scaled score of 70

Content categories (high-level): PSI lists the conditioned air exams across four major categories: Regulations, Laws, and Administrative Functions, System Design, Installation, and Maintain and Repair System. The outline also identifies items marked as Class II only, reflecting the unrestricted scope.

Open Book Test

The Georgia Conditioned Air Contractor exams are reference-permitted (open book). Georgia’s official exam reference guidance states that only the references listed may be used during the examination and that no other reference materials are allowed.

Exam-room reference rules matter: Georgia’s notice to candidates also warns not to bring photocopied materials or handwritten notes, even if they are pasted into a reference book. References may be highlighted, underlined, or tabbed with permanent tabs.

Class II reference note: Georgia’s Conditioned Air suggested reference list includes at least one reference identified as Class II (Unrestricted) only, so it’s important to confirm you’re preparing with the correct books for your license class.

Licensing Steps

1. Create an account in GOALS: Georgia directs applicants to apply through the GOALS licensing portal.
2. Select the correct license type: Choose the Non-Restricted (Class II) application path if you have never held the Class II license before.
3. Complete the online application: Provide the required documentation and submit the required fee.
4. Obtain Board approval to sit for the exam: Georgia states you will need Board approval before you can take the exam.
5. Schedule and test with PSI: Once approved, follow PSI’s instructions to schedule your exam appointment at a PSI Test Center.

State Requirements

Georgia conditioned air contractor licensing is managed through the Georgia Secretary of State’s Professional Licensing Boards Division and regulated by the Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board – Division of Conditioned Air Contractors.

Georgia’s how-to guide explains that to apply, candidates create a GOALS account, select a license type, complete the online application, provide documentation, and submit fees. The guide also notes that licensure by examination applications include a checklist of items that may be needed depending on the applicant, such as a background check, references, secure and verifiable document requirements, and trade-related certifications.

Renewal timing (from Georgia’s how-to guide): Georgia states that conditioned air contractor license renewal is conducted online and must be completed by November 30 of odd-numbered years, with a late renewal period from December 1 to December 31 of odd-numbered years.

Reference Books

Georgia publishes an official Conditioned Air Contractors Suggested Reference List. The list states candidates may bring as many or as few of the listed references as desired, but only the listed references may be used during the examination. Below are the commonly listed references for the conditioned air exams, including the Class II (Unrestricted) only title.

• Georgia Gas Code (International Fuel Gas Code with Georgia amendments)
  Fuel gas requirements used for code-based decisions related to gas piping, venting, combustion air, and appliance connections.
• Georgia Mechanical Code (International Mechanical Code with Georgia amendments)
  Mechanical code requirements used for design, installation, and compliance questions tied to equipment and system rules.
• Georgia State Electrical Code (National Electrical Code or NEC Handbook)
  Electrical reference used for code-driven installation and safety concepts that intersect with conditioned air equipment and wiring practices.
• Manual D – Duct Design for Residential Winter and Summer Air Conditioning (ACCA)
  Duct design methods and guidance used for airflow distribution and duct sizing decisions.
• Manual J – Load Calculation for Residential Winter and Summer Air Conditioning (ACCA)
  Load calculation guidance used for sizing and design decisions based on BTU gain/loss and system requirements.
• Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technology (Whitman & Johnson)
  Core HVAC technical reference used for components, refrigeration fundamentals, and practical system operation concepts.
• Contractors Guide to Business, Law, and Project Management – Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board (5th edition)
  Business, law, and project management reference used for contractor responsibilities and administrative knowledge.
• Code of Federal Regulations, Title 29, Part 1926 (OSHA) (latest available edition)
  Construction safety standards reference used for jobsite safety expectations and compliance topics.
• Carrier System Design Manuals (1–3)
  Design references used to support system design decisions, application concepts, and technical planning.
• Flexible Duct Performance & Installation Standards (Air Diffusion Council)
  Flexible duct handling and installation standards used to support duct performance and installation requirements.
• Trane Ductulator (current)
  Duct sizing tool used to support duct calculations and sizing decisions.
• Flexible Duct Slide Rule or Calculator (such as an ACCA duct calculation tool)
  Calculation tool reference used for duct sizing and related design calculations.
• International Energy Conservation Code (2015) with Georgia amendments
  Energy conservation requirements used for efficiency and compliance concepts.
• Low Pressure Boilers (2019, 5th edition) — Class II (Unrestricted) only
  Listed by Georgia as a Class II-only reference to support unrestricted scope topics tied to boiler systems.

Test Information and Study Materials

Class II success usually comes from preparation that mirrors how you’ll actually work through the test: understand the concept, recognize what the question is asking, and confirm critical details quickly in the approved reference when needed.

• Prioritize design: PSI’s outline gives the largest weight to System Design. Spend consistent time on load concepts, duct design logic, equipment selection thinking, and code-driven design requirements.
• Train your “lookup strategy” early: Don’t wait until the last week to practice with your books. Practice finding the same type of information repeatedly so navigation becomes automatic.
• Stay compliant with book rules: Georgia allows highlighting, underlining, and permanent tabs, but prohibits photocopies and handwritten notes (even if pasted into the book). Keep books clean and inspection-ready.
• Don’t skip safety and admin: Regulations, laws, OSHA safety, permits/inspections, and administrative requirements are often the easiest points to secure when you prepare for them intentionally.
• Class II-only topics matter: The outline identifies items marked for Class II only. Build a final review plan that specifically targets unrestricted-scope areas so they don’t become “surprise” questions.
• Prepare for a long exam day: With two parts and a combined 7-hour time allowance, stamina matters. Include timed sets in your schedule so focus and pacing are trained, not guessed.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep supports Georgia Conditioned Air Class II candidates with structured guidance built around the PSI exam outline and Georgia’s reference-permitted rules. The course is designed to help you study with less guesswork and more consistency—so you can build confidence in system design, installation decisions, and service logic while also reinforcing the contractor responsibilities that show up in the regulations/admin category.

• Outline-aligned study structure: Keep your effort focused on the categories PSI tests so you’re not wasting time on low-impact material.
• Practice-oriented preparation: Reinforce learning through application and repetition, especially for scenario questions that require judgment—not just memorization.
• Reference navigation habits: Build “find-and-confirm” speed with your approved books while staying within Georgia’s exam-room rules.
• Confidence-building routine: A consistent plan helps reduce overwhelm and supports steadier progress toward scheduling and exam day readiness.

FAQ

How many questions are on the Georgia Conditioned Air Class II (Unrestricted) exam?

PSI lists 100 test questions per examination plus 20 additional pretest questions, for a total of 120 questions presented per examination.

How long do I have to complete the exam?

PSI states the exam program is administered in two parts with 3.5 hours allotted for Part I, a break, and 3.5 hours allotted for Part II, for 7 hours total to complete both parts.

What score do I need to pass?

PSI states the minimum passing standard is a final scaled score of 70 for each examination.

Is the Georgia Conditioned Air exam open book?

Georgia’s official suggested reference list describes a reference-permitted exam format and states candidates may use only the listed references during the examination.

Can I highlight and tab my references?

Georgia’s notice to candidates states references may be highlighted, underlined, or tabbed with permanent tabs. The same notice warns not to bring photocopied materials or handwritten notes, even if pasted into a book.

Do I have to bring every reference book into the testing center?

No. Georgia’s reference list notice states candidates may bring as many or as few of the listed references as desired. However, you may bring only the references listed on the official document.

Does Class II have any references that are unique compared to Class I?

Yes. Georgia’s Conditioned Air suggested reference list identifies Low Pressure Boilers (2019, 5th edition) as a Class II (Unrestricted) only reference.

How do I apply for a Georgia Conditioned Air Class II license?

Georgia’s how-to guide directs applicants to create an account in GOALS, select the license type, complete the online application, provide required documentation, and submit the required fee. Georgia states you will need Board approval to sit for the exam.

When do Georgia Conditioned Air licenses renew?

Georgia’s how-to guide states renewal is conducted online and must be completed by November 30 of odd-numbered years, with a late renewal period from December 1 to December 31 of odd-numbered years.