{"product_id":"minnesota-minneapolis-master-steam-hot-water-contractor-icc-775-mn-mi-exam-book-package","title":"Minnesota Minneapolis Master Steam \u0026 Hot Water Contractor (ICC - 775 - MN - MI) Exam Book Package","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eMinnesota Minneapolis Master Steam \u0026amp; Hot Water Contractor (ICC - 775 - MN - MI) Exam Book Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMoving up to a \u003cstrong\u003eMaster Steam \u0026amp; Hot Water\u003c\/strong\u003e credential in Minneapolis means you’re stepping into higher responsibility—design-level thinking, supervision-ready decision making, and code-based judgment that holds up under inspection. The ICC 775 (MN-MI) exam is built to confirm you can manage real steam and hydronic heating work with confidence: system knowledge, correct installation practices, safe operation principles, and the ability to verify requirements quickly using approved references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Exam Book Package is assembled for candidates who want to prepare the right way—by studying from the core code and technical references that support the exam’s content areas. Because this is an open-book exam, passing is not about memorizing pages of text. It’s about understanding how steam and hot water systems work, knowing what code requirements affect installation and maintenance, and building the speed to locate the right section when a question turns on details like piping provisions, component selection, or controls logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re currently working as a journeyman and preparing to test for the master level, this package supports the skills the exam is designed to measure:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem-level understanding\u003c\/strong\u003e (how steam and hydronic systems behave, not just what parts are called).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation knowledge\u003c\/strong\u003e (piping and equipment decisions that keep systems safe, serviceable, and compliant).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional judgment\u003c\/strong\u003e (knowing what to do when conditions change—controls, safety devices, troubleshooting, and proper practices).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference navigation speed\u003c\/strong\u003e (finding the answer quickly in a codebook or technical handbook under time pressure).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaster-level exam preparation library:\u003c\/strong\u003e A focused set of references for the Minneapolis Master Steam \u0026amp; Hot Water Contractor (ICC 775 MN-MI) exam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage aligned to exam content areas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports the major test categories: General, Piping \u0026amp; Equipment Installation, Components, Hydronics, Steam, and Controls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical value after you pass:\u003c\/strong\u003e These references remain useful for planning installs, confirming code requirements, training crews, and making confident field decisions on steam and hydronic systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minnesota (Minneapolis) Master Steam and Hot Water\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam ID:\u003c\/strong\u003e 775 (MN-MI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion Format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple-choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Questions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime Limit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassing Score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe exam is organized into content areas with weighted percentages. A strong study plan follows those weights so your time goes where the exam places the most value. For master-level candidates, the difference is rarely “I didn’t know the topic.” More often, it’s time management—especially on open-book questions where speed and familiarity with the index, tables, and section structure matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContent areas and weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePiping and Equipment Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePipes, Valves, Fittings, Accessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydronics (Hot Water \u0026amp; Chilled Water):\u003c\/strong\u003e 15%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteam:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControls:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Minneapolis Master Steam \u0026amp; Hot Water Contractor exam is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen book\u003c\/strong\u003e test. Open book is only an advantage when you already understand the topic and you’re using the references to confirm details—not trying to “learn it during the exam.” With 100 questions in 3 hours, the pace requires efficient lookups and smart decision-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse these open-book habits as you prepare:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild “first-book instincts”:\u003c\/strong\u003e Train yourself to know which reference answers which type of question (code requirement vs. boiler fundamentals vs. equipment\/system concepts).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractice index searches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many correct answers come down to choosing the right term and getting to the right section quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse timed drills:\u003c\/strong\u003e Work sets of 10–15 questions with the clock running so your exam pace feels normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm, then move on:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you find the governing section and it matches your understanding, trust it and keep going.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinneapolis uses \u003cstrong\u003eCertificate of Competency\u003c\/strong\u003e cards for certain trades, including steam and hot water. The exam is a major part of the process, and most candidates follow a straightforward pathway from application to testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply through the City of Minneapolis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start by submitting the required competency card application to the City.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive eligibility approval to test:\u003c\/strong\u003e After your application is reviewed and approved, your eligibility is communicated so you can move forward with exam scheduling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule your exam through the ICC testing system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minneapolis contractor\/trades exams are administered through ICC with scheduling and test centers provided by Pearson VUE.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudy from the correct references:\u003c\/strong\u003e Build both knowledge and open-book speed using the books tied to the exam’s content outline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePass the exam and complete remaining city steps:\u003c\/strong\u003e After passing, follow the City’s instructions for any remaining administrative steps to obtain your master competency card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the master level, the exam is designed to reflect supervision-ready knowledge. That means the questions often resemble real job decisions: installation choices, equipment and piping considerations, safety devices, and system performance outcomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eState Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinnesota’s mechanical and fuel gas standards shape how steam and hydronic systems are installed and maintained, and the City of Minneapolis requires competency cards for masters and journeymen in specific trades. For master steam \u0026amp; hot water candidates, the practical expectation is that you can do more than follow directions—you can evaluate a system, confirm compliance, and supervise work so installations are consistent, safe, and inspection-ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn real-world terms, master-level requirements show up as professional expectations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCode-aligned installation decisions\u003c\/strong\u003e that support safe operation and proper system performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrect component application\u003c\/strong\u003e so valves, fittings, accessories, and safety devices are selected and installed with intent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem-level troubleshooting\u003c\/strong\u003e so you can diagnose issues using steam\/hydronic fundamentals, not guesswork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControls understanding\u003c\/strong\u003e so you can confirm that systems respond correctly under normal operation and fault conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReference Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Exam Book Package includes the following references for Minneapolis Master Steam \u0026amp; Hot Water (ICC 775 MN-MI) preparation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2020 Minnesota Mechanical and Fuel Gas Code with ANSI\/ASHRAE Standard 62.2-2016 and ANSI\/ASHRAE Standard 154-2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour core Minnesota mechanical reference for requirements that influence hydronic piping, equipment installation, and system compliance expectations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Pressure Boilers (5th Edition)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA boiler-focused fundamentals reference supporting low-pressure boiler concepts, safe operation principles, and steam\/hot water system understanding.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2024 ASHRAE Handbook – HVAC Systems \u0026amp; Equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA technical reference that strengthens your understanding of HVAC systems and equipment, supporting installation decisions, system operation knowledge, and applied troubleshooting concepts.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTest Information and Study Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best way to prepare for ICC 775 MN-MI is to study like a master: focus on the highest-weighted categories, connect code requirements to field outcomes, and build your ability to confirm details quickly. Below is a practical guide for each content area and how to use your references effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral (25%)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis category rewards candidates who understand the “big picture” of steam and hydronic work: terminology, basic principles, and code awareness. Treat General as a scoring opportunity. Build comfort with definitions, system components, and how requirements are organized. When questions are broad, the correct answer is often the one that matches how systems actually operate and how code language is structured. Use your Minnesota Mechanical and Fuel Gas Code to reinforce general provisions and foundational requirements that influence installation and compliance decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePiping and Equipment Installation (20%)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is where master-level thinking stands out. Expect questions that feel like the job: how equipment is connected, what installation choices matter, and how to recognize correct vs. incorrect practice. Strong prep here means understanding the reasons behind installation requirements—serviceability, safety, performance, and proper operation. Use your codebook for requirement-driven questions and your HVAC Systems \u0026amp; Equipment reference to reinforce how equipment and systems function in the real world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePipes, Valves, Fittings, Accessories (10%)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThese questions test whether you can “think in components.” Valves and accessories aren’t just parts—they control flow, protect equipment, enable maintenance, and support safe operation. Study this category by learning function first and verifying details as needed. When you can clearly explain what a component does and why it matters in a steam or hot water system, the questions become far easier to answer accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHydronics (Hot Water \u0026amp; Chilled Water) (15%)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHydronic knowledge includes distribution concepts, common components, and how systems behave under load. Focus on circulation logic, system balance thinking, and how equipment choices affect performance. Use the HVAC handbook to reinforce system concepts and the code reference to confirm the requirements that affect installation and compliance. A master-level approach means you can recognize the “why” behind a correct answer: protection, performance, and predictable system behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteam (20%)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSteam is a major portion of the exam and a major responsibility on the job. Strong steam prep includes steam fundamentals, system behavior, and safety-focused understanding—how pressure, temperature, condensate, and distribution work together. Use your Low Pressure Boilers reference to strengthen your steam foundation, then reinforce your ability to confirm requirements quickly when code language is involved. Many steam questions can be answered confidently when you understand the system logic and the purpose of safety devices and controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControls (10%)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nControls questions often test applied knowledge: what a control is meant to do, what it monitors, and how the system should respond. This category is especially important for master-level candidates because controls are where safety and performance intersect. Study controls with a “cause and effect” mindset—what condition is being detected, what action occurs, and what result that action is meant to produce. When you can trace the logic, you can answer faster and with more certainty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudy plan that matches the exam:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart with the biggest scoring buckets:\u003c\/strong\u003e General (25%), Steam (20%), and Piping \u0026amp; Equipment Installation (20%).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReinforce system understanding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use Low Pressure Boilers and the HVAC handbook to make concepts feel familiar and job-realistic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild open-book speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practice finding answers quickly using the index and table of contents—especially for installation and component questions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview missed questions by reference location:\u003c\/strong\u003e When you miss a question, learn where the correct information lives so you get faster next time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExam-day pacing tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e With 100 questions in 3 hours, you have an average of about 1.8 minutes per question. That pace is achievable when you can quickly identify which reference to use and where to look. Your prep should train that decision-making so you’re not wasting time flipping between books without a plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Exam Prep supports your Minneapolis Master Steam \u0026amp; Hot Water goal by helping you prepare with structure, trade-focused guidance, and practical study direction—so your time goes into the same content areas the exam emphasizes. Instead of reading randomly, you can study in a way that matches the exam blueprint: General knowledge, piping and equipment installation, hydronics, steam, and controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur approach helps you build:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganized preparation across multiple references:\u003c\/strong\u003e So you know which book to open first and where key topics are typically found.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractice-oriented readiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e By focusing on applied knowledge that mirrors real field decisions and master-level supervision responsibilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-book navigation skills:\u003c\/strong\u003e So you can locate the controlling section quickly and keep your pace steady from question 1 to question 100.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfidence through clarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e When you understand the system and can confirm details fast, you test with less stress and stronger accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWho is this Master Steam \u0026amp; Hot Water Exam Book Package for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis package is for candidates preparing for the Minneapolis Master Steam \u0026amp; Hot Water Contractor exam (ICC 775 MN-MI), including experienced journeymen moving up to master-level responsibility and contractors who want the right references for open-book exam prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs the ICC 775 MN-MI exam open book?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Minneapolis Master Steam \u0026amp; Hot Water Contractor exam is an open-book test, so knowing how to navigate your references quickly is a key part of preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow many questions are on the exam, and how long do I have?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exam includes 100 multiple-choice questions with a 3-hour time limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat passing score is required?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe published passing score for the Minneapolis Master Steam \u0026amp; Hot Water Contractor exam is 75%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat topics should I prioritize the most?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrioritize the highest-weighted categories: General (25%), Steam (20%), and Piping \u0026amp; Equipment Installation (20%). Then reinforce Hydronics (15%), Controls (10%), and Pipes\/Valves\/Fittings\/Accessories (10%).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow should I study for an open-book exam without losing time?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudy with your books open and practice timed lookups. Learn how each reference is organized, use the index often, and train yourself to choose the correct book first based on the topic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWill these references still be useful after I pass?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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