Nevada Concrete Contractor (C-5) - Books & Courses Rental Package

Prepare for the Nevada Concrete Contractor (C-5) trade examination with a comprehensive Books & Courses Rental Package built around the approved exam-room references, concrete-focused technical study materials, Nevada business-law preparation, and structured course access. This package is designed for candidates who want an organized rental option that brings together the books used for C-5 preparation without requiring the purchase of the entire reference library.

The Nevada C-5 Concrete classification covers a broad range of concrete work, including preparation of surfaces, placement of reinforcing steel and embedded materials, concrete placement and finishing, formwork, molds, slipforms, pans, sealants, waterproofing products, and concrete cutting, drilling, and coring. Candidates should prepare for technical questions involving concrete construction as well as practical field knowledge in reinforcement, formwork, earthwork, cutting, and jobsite safety.

The exam-room-approved references included in this rental package are the International Building Code, 2018 and ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary. These books are used for code-based preparation involving foundations, structural concrete, reinforcement, materials, placement requirements, and related construction provisions.

The package also includes study-only materials covering OSHA construction safety, formwork, concrete quality, excavation, and concrete cutting. These references are not allowed into the C-5 trade examination but are included to strengthen the technical knowledge candidates need before test day.

The Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada is also included to support preparation for Nevada contractor management and business-law requirements.

All books are highlighted and tabbed to support organized study and efficient navigation. Candidates should use the prepared references throughout their study period so the tab locations, highlighted topics, and general organization become familiar before the examination.

Please allow up to 15 business days for book & course rental package orders.

Exam Details

The Nevada C-5 Concrete Contractor trade examination is administered through PSI for candidates authorized to test through the Nevada State Contractors Board.

• Exam: Nevada C-5 Concrete Contractor
• Testing Provider: PSI
• Number of Questions: 60
• Time Allowed: 2 hours
• Minimum Passing Score: 42 correct answers

The examination is divided into the following subject areas:

• Safety: 6 questions
• Concrete-Earthwork: 7 questions
• Concrete: 15 questions
• Concrete-Reinforcement: 10 questions
• Concrete-Formwork: 12 questions
• Concrete-Cutting: 10 questions

Concrete is the largest individual category with 15 questions. Candidates should review materials, placement, consolidation, finishing, curing, joints, surface preparation, waterproofing, sealants, and general concrete construction practices.

Concrete-Formwork accounts for 12 questions. Preparation should include form materials, supports, bracing, layout, molds, pans, slipforms, stripping, alignment, loading considerations, and practical construction methods.

Concrete-Reinforcement accounts for 10 questions. Candidates should understand reinforcing steel, embedded materials, placement, cover, spacing, development concepts, and structural relationships covered by ACI 318-14.

Concrete-Cutting also accounts for 10 questions. Candidates should prepare for saw cutting, joint cutting, drilling, coring, cutting equipment, timing, and field techniques used with concrete and asphaltic paving materials.

Concrete-Earthwork includes seven questions involving excavation, grading, subgrade preparation, compaction, drainage relationships, and other site conditions that affect concrete construction.

Safety accounts for six questions and should include preparation involving reinforcing steel, formwork, excavation, concrete placement, cutting equipment, personal protective equipment, tools, and other common jobsite hazards.

Open Book Test

The Nevada C-5 Concrete Contractor examination is an open-book test with designated references permitted in the examination room.

The exam-room-approved references included in this rental package are:

• International Building Code, 2018
• ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary

The International Building Code, 2018 supports broader building-code preparation involving foundations, structural systems, materials, construction provisions, and other code requirements relevant to concrete work.

ACI 318-14 supports structural concrete preparation involving reinforcement, concrete materials, cover, placement, development, structural provisions, and related technical requirements.

Candidates should practice using both approved references before test day. The books are highlighted and tabbed, but effective open-book testing still requires candidates to understand which reference is most likely to contain the answer to a particular question.

The following included study books and materials are not allowed into the C-5 trade examination:

• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
• SP-4 Formwork for Concrete, 2014, 8th Edition
• The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction - 4th Edition
• Pipe and Excavation Contracting
• Sawcutting Joints in Concrete, Bruce A. Suprenant, 1995
• Sawcutting Concrete Flatwork, Rosalie Johnston, 1994
• Taking the Tedium Out of Cutting, 1981
• Tips for Cutting Concrete, 1987

These study-only references are included to help candidates build technical knowledge before the examination. Because they cannot be used in the exam room, candidates should study them thoroughly enough to apply the concepts independently.

Licensing Steps

The Nevada State Contractors Board regulates the C-5 Concrete classification. Passing the C-5 trade examination is one component of the complete Nevada contractor licensing process.

1. Confirm the C-5 classification. Determine that Concrete Contracting matches the type of work the business intends to perform.
2. Identify the qualifying individual. Designate the person who will satisfy the applicable experience and examination requirements.
3. Document qualifying experience. Prepare records showing relevant work involving concrete placement, finishing, reinforcement, formwork, earthwork, cutting, drilling, coring, sealants, waterproofing, and related responsibilities.
4. Prepare the Nevada contractor license application. Gather business information, qualifier information, experience documentation, financial information, and required supporting materials.
5. Submit the application. The Nevada State Contractors Board reviews the applicant's qualifications before examination eligibility is established.
6. Complete applicable background requirements. Follow required disclosure, fingerprint, and background procedures.
7. Meet applicable financial responsibility requirements. Provide the financial information required during the licensing process.
8. Receive examination eligibility. Candidates required to test can proceed with scheduling after authorization.
9. Schedule the C-5 examination through PSI. Arrange the Concrete Contractor trade examination after receiving eligibility.
10. Prepare for the trade examination. Study concrete, formwork, reinforcement, cutting, earthwork, safety, and approved-reference navigation.
11. Prepare for contractor management requirements. Use the included Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada for Nevada contractor business-law and management preparation.
12. Complete applicable examinations. Satisfy the trade and management testing requirements that apply to the license.
13. Complete remaining licensing requirements. Address applicable bonding, financial responsibility, background, and other Nevada State Contractors Board requirements.

State Requirements

The Nevada C-5 Concrete classification covers preparation of surfaces and placement of reinforcing steel and other embedded materials essential to concrete construction.

The classification also includes pouring, placing, finishing, and installing concrete, along with constructing and assembling forms, molds, slipforms, and pans used during concrete construction.

Additional authorized work includes applying concrete sealants and other waterproofing products and sawing, cutting, drilling, and coring concrete and asphaltic paving material.

This means C-5 preparation should cover the complete concrete construction process rather than focusing only on placement and finishing. Candidates should understand site preparation, reinforcement, forms, placement, finishing, waterproofing, cutting, drilling, coring, and related safety practices.

Formwork and reinforcement are major parts of both the work and the examination. Together, these categories account for 22 of the 60 trade exam questions. Candidates should understand how forms support fresh concrete and how reinforcing steel and embedded materials become part of the completed concrete system.

Concrete cutting is another significant part of the classification. Saw cutting, drilling, coring, joint cutting, equipment use, and timing should receive dedicated preparation.

Passing the C-5 trade exam does not automatically issue a Nevada contractor license. Applicants must also satisfy applicable experience, management qualification, financial responsibility, bonding, background, and other Nevada State Contractors Board requirements.

Reference Books

• Included Rental Book: International Building Code, 2018
  Highlighted and tabbed exam-room-approved reference supporting building-code preparation involving foundations, structural systems, materials, concrete-related provisions, and other construction requirements.
• Included Rental Book: ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary
  Highlighted and tabbed exam-room-approved reference supporting structural concrete, reinforcement, materials, placement, cover, development, construction provisions, and related requirements.
• Included Rental Book: Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  Highlighted and tabbed study reference supporting construction safety, personal protective equipment, excavation, formwork, reinforcing work, concrete operations, tools, and jobsite hazards. This reference is not allowed into the C-5 examination.
• Included Rental Book: SP-4 Formwork for Concrete, 2014, 8th Edition
  Highlighted and tabbed study reference supporting form materials, bracing, supports, loads, stripping, alignment, and practical formwork procedures. This book is not allowed into the examination.
• Included Rental Book: The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction - 4th Edition
  Highlighted and tabbed study reference supporting concrete materials, placement, finishing, curing, quality practices, troubleshooting, and field construction. This book is not allowed into the examination.
• Included Rental Book: Pipe and Excavation Contracting
  Highlighted and tabbed study reference supporting excavation, grading, trenching, site preparation, subgrade work, and related earthwork concepts. This book is not allowed into the examination.
• Included Rental Book: Sawcutting Joints in Concrete, Bruce A. Suprenant, 1995
  Highlighted and tabbed study material supporting saw-cut joint timing, placement, purpose, and practical concrete-cutting concepts. This reference is not allowed into the examination.
• Included Rental Book: Sawcutting Concrete Flatwork, Rosalie Johnston, 1994
  Highlighted and tabbed study material covering flatwork saw cutting, equipment, methods, timing, and field procedures. This reference is not allowed into the examination.
• Included Rental Book: Taking the Tedium Out of Cutting, 1981
  Highlighted and tabbed study material supporting practical concrete-cutting methods and equipment considerations. This reference is not allowed into the examination.
• Included Rental Book: Tips for Cutting Concrete, 1987
  Highlighted and tabbed study material supporting cutting methods, equipment use, and practical concrete-cutting considerations. This reference is not allowed into the examination.
• Included Rental Book: Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada
  Highlighted and tabbed reference included to support Nevada contractor management and business-law preparation.

Exam Room Approved Books

• International Building Code, 2018
  Highlighted and tabbed reference approved for use during the Nevada C-5 Concrete Contractor trade examination.
• ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary
  Highlighted and tabbed structural concrete reference approved for use during the Nevada C-5 trade examination.

Test Information and Study Materials

A productive C-5 study plan should reflect the examination weighting. Concrete, Formwork, Reinforcement, and Cutting make up most of the exam and should receive the greatest amount of preparation time.

Prioritize concrete fundamentals. Review concrete materials, mixing, placement, consolidation, curing, finishing, joints, surface preparation, waterproofing, sealants, and quality practices.

Study formwork thoroughly. Review form materials, bracing, supports, loads, alignment, stripping, molds, pans, slipforms, and practical field procedures.

Review reinforcement. Understand reinforcing steel, embedded materials, placement, cover, spacing, and structural relationships. Practice using ACI 318-14 to find applicable requirements efficiently.

Prepare for concrete cutting. Study saw cutting, joint timing, drilling, coring, flatwork cutting, equipment, and practical methods. Concrete-Cutting accounts for 10 questions, making it a major exam category.

Review earthwork. Study excavation, grading, subgrade preparation, compaction, drainage relationships, and site conditions that affect concrete work.

Prepare for safety. Use OSHA during study to reinforce safe practices involving reinforcing steel, formwork, excavation, concrete placement, cutting equipment, tools, and personal protective equipment.

Practice code navigation. Use the highlighted and tabbed International Building Code and ACI 318-14 regularly so the organization of both books becomes familiar before exam day.

Use timed practice. With 60 questions and two hours available, candidates should develop a steady pace and learn when a code lookup is worth the time.

Use the course consistently. The package includes 6 months of course access, allowing candidates to organize study around the exam categories, revisit weaker areas, and practice reference navigation over an extended preparation period.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep supports Nevada C-5 Concrete Contractor candidates through organized study guidance, trade-focused review, practice-oriented preparation, reference navigation when applicable, and confidence-building study structure.

This Books & Courses Rental Package combines highlighted and tabbed exam-room-approved references with technical concrete study materials, the Nevada business book, and 6 months of course access.

The highlighted and tabbed books support organized reference navigation. Candidates can practice identifying whether a question belongs in the International Building Code or ACI 318-14 and then move directly to the most relevant section.

The study-only references add technical depth in concrete construction, formwork, excavation, safety, and concrete cutting. These materials help candidates prepare for subjects that must be understood without having the books available in the trade examination.

The Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada provides an additional resource for contractor management and business-law preparation, helping candidates address the broader licensing process alongside trade exam study.

Course access provides a structured way to organize preparation, work through trade-focused review, practice reference navigation, and revisit weaker subjects. Candidates can use the six-month access period to build a consistent study routine rather than trying to cover the entire C-5 scope at once.

By combining highlighted and tabbed rental books, exam-room-approved references, broader technical study materials, Nevada business-law preparation, and structured course access, 1 Exam Prep helps candidates build an organized approach to the Nevada C-5 Concrete Contractor examination.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the Nevada C-5 Books & Courses Rental Package?

The package includes the listed C-5 trade references, the Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada, highlighted and tabbed books, and 6 months of course access.

What is the package price?

The package price is $1,585 plus a $700 refundable deposit, for a total of $2,285.

Is the $700 deposit refundable?

Yes. The package includes a $700 refundable deposit.

Are all books highlighted and tabbed?

Yes. All books included in the rental package are highlighted and tabbed.

How long is the course access?

The package includes 6 months of course access.

Which books are allowed into the C-5 trade examination?

The International Building Code, 2018 and ACI 318-14 are the exam-room-approved references included in this package.

Which books are study-only?

OSHA, SP-4 Formwork for Concrete, The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, Pipe and Excavation Contracting, and the listed concrete-cutting materials are study references and are not allowed into the C-5 trade examination.

Is the Nevada business book included?

Yes. The Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada is included in the rental package.

Is the Nevada C-5 exam open book?

Yes. The C-5 Concrete Contractor trade examination is open book with designated approved references.

How many questions are on the C-5 exam?

The examination contains 60 questions.

How much time is allowed?

Candidates have two hours to complete the examination.

What score is required to pass?

The minimum passing score is 42 correct answers out of 60 questions.

What is the largest C-5 exam category?

Concrete is the largest individual category with 15 questions, followed by Concrete-Formwork with 12 questions.

How long should I allow for my rental package order?

Please allow up to 15 business days for book & course rental package orders.

Does passing the C-5 exam automatically issue a Nevada contractor license?

No. Passing the trade examination is one part of the licensing process. Applicants must also complete the applicable Nevada State Contractors Board licensing requirements.

Who is this rental package best for?

This package is designed for Nevada C-5 candidates who want highlighted and tabbed rental books, exam-room-approved references, broader concrete study materials, the Nevada business book, and 6 months of course access in one preparation package.