The Mississippi Mechanical Contractor Book Package from 1 Exam Prep provides the officially required reference materials for candidates preparing for the Mississippi Mechanical Contractor License Exam, regulated by the Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC). This comprehensive book set covers refrigeration and air conditioning fundamentals, mechanical and plumbing code requirements, HVAC duct construction standards, fuel gas systems, fire sprinkler installation, load calculations, piping practices, airflow sizing, and OSHA jobsite safety applicable to mechanical construction projects.
All references are approved for open-book testing and are intended to support exam sections on mechanical system design, HVAC installation, duct fabrication, fuel gas compliance, plumbing coordination, fire protection fundamentals, equipment installation, materials handling, and workplace safety relevant to mechanical contracting work. These publications ensure compliance with state-specific construction codes and nationally recognized mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, gas, and safety standards applicable to licensed contractors performing mechanical installation, service, and maintenance in Mississippi. The package aligns with 1 Exam Prep’s structured curriculum and state licensing requirements for mechanical contractors.
Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning – Althouse, Turnquist & Bracciano, 22nd Edition
Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA) (latest available amendment)
International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), 2021 Edition
HVAC Duct Construction Standards – Metal and Flexible, 3rd Edition (2005, with latest available amendment)
Manual N – Load Calculation for Small Commercial Buildings, Fifth Edition
International Mechanical Code (IMC), 2021
International Plumbing Code (IPC), 2021
NFPA 58 – Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code, 2020 Edition
NFPA 13 – Installation of Sprinkler Systems (2019)
Ductulator
Manual D, 3rd Edition (2016)
Pipefitter’s Handbook
Candidates are responsible for bringing their own references to the examination center. Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed prior to the examination session. However, references may not be written in. Any candidate caught writing in the references during the examination will have the references confiscated and will be reported to the department.
Furthermore, candidates are not permitted to bring in any additional papers (loose or attached) with their approved references. Any additional materials will be removed from the references and confiscated. References may be tabbed/indexed with permanent tabs only. Temporary tabs, such as Post-It notes, are not allowed and must be removed from the reference before the exam will begin.