Nevada Studs of Sheet Metal Contractor (C-17F) - Books & Courses Rental Package

Prepare for the Nevada Studs of Sheet Metal Contractor (C-17F) examination with a complete books and courses rental package designed to support both trade exam preparation and Nevada contractor business preparation. This package includes the International Building Code, 2018, Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016, Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition, and the Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada.

All books in this rental package are highlighted and tabbed to help organize important sections and support efficient study. The package also includes 6 months of course access, giving candidates a structured way to combine reference review, trade-focused preparation, practice-oriented study, and code-navigation work.

The Nevada C-17F Studs of Sheet Metal examination is an open-book test. The International Building Code, 2018 is the exam-room-approved reference included in this rental package. Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016 and the Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition are included for study but are not allowed into the trade examination room.

The Nevada C-17F examination contains 20 questions, allows 1 hour for completion, and requires 14 correct answers to pass. The examination includes 4 Code Requirements questions and 16 Metal Framing Installation questions, making practical framing knowledge the largest portion of the test.

The Nevada C-17F classification covers the erection and installation of studs made of sheet metal for the framing of ceilings and nonstructural partitioning walls. Candidates should prepare for topics involving sheet metal studs, tracks, partition layout, ceiling framing, openings, fastening, alignment, gypsum-system relationships, and applicable building-code requirements.

The rental package price is $985 plus a refundable deposit of $300, for a total of $1,285. The refundable deposit applies to the rental books included with the package.

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

Exam Details

The Nevada C-17F Studs of Sheet Metal examination contains 20 questions. Candidates are allowed 1 hour to complete the examination and must answer 14 questions correctly to pass.

The examination content is divided into the following categories:

• Code Requirements: 4 questions
• Metal Framing Installation: 16 questions

Metal Framing Installation represents the majority of the C-17F examination. Candidates should spend most of their trade-study time on practical installation knowledge involving sheet metal studs, tracks, wall layout, nonstructural partitions, ceilings, openings, fastening, alignment, and coordination with surrounding building systems.

Code Requirements represents 4 questions. The International Building Code, 2018 is particularly important for this portion of the examination. Candidates should become comfortable locating provisions involving wall systems, ceilings, materials, fire-resistance requirements, definitions, tables, and related construction provisions.

With 20 questions in one hour, candidates have approximately three minutes per question on average. Efficient code navigation can help preserve time, but practical metal framing knowledge remains essential because most questions focus on installation rather than direct code lookup.

Open Book Test

The Nevada C-17F Studs of Sheet Metal trade examination is an open-book test.

The reference included in this rental package that is allowed into the trade examination is:

• International Building Code, 2018

The following trade references are included for study but are not allowed into the trade examination room:

• Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016
• Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition

The highlighted and tabbed International Building Code can be used throughout preparation to help candidates become more familiar with major sections and frequently studied subjects. Tabs can support quicker movement through the code, while highlighting can help important provisions stand out during study.

Candidates should still practice using the index, table of contents, definitions, tables, exceptions, and cross-references. The strongest open-book strategy combines organized reference preparation with a working understanding of the subject.

Because Metal Framing Installation accounts for 16 of the 20 questions, candidates should not expect the IBC to answer every question. Practical knowledge developed before test day remains a major part of C-17F preparation.

Licensing Steps

1. Confirm the C-17F classification. Make sure Studs of Sheet Metal matches the type of contracting work the business intends to perform.
2. Identify the qualifying individual. The Nevada contractor application must identify the individual responsible for satisfying applicable qualification requirements.
3. Prepare qualifying experience information. Organize the applicable work-history documentation related to sheet metal stud framing and similar work.
4. Submit the Nevada contractor license application. Complete the applicable contractor application and supporting documentation.
5. Receive examination eligibility. After applicable application and qualification requirements are addressed, proceed with the required examinations.
6. Prepare for the C-17F trade examination. Study Metal Framing Installation and Code Requirements using the trade references and course materials.
7. Practice IBC navigation. Use the highlighted and tabbed International Building Code, 2018 regularly to improve open-book efficiency.
8. Prepare for Nevada contractor business requirements. Use the Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada and the included course access as part of business and law preparation.
9. Complete required examinations. Take the applicable trade and business examinations.
10. Complete remaining licensing requirements. Finish the other applicable requirements associated with contractor license issuance.

State Requirements

Nevada identifies C-17F as the Studs of Sheet Metal subclassification.

The C-17F scope covers the erection and installation of studs made of sheet metal for the framing of ceilings and nonstructural partitioning walls.

The classification is focused on nonstructural sheet metal framing. Candidates should understand the difference between this work and structural steel framing. C-17F work centers on light-gauge sheet metal framing used for walls and ceilings rather than structural members that carry primary building loads.

Typical work can involve floor and ceiling tracks, vertical studs, partition layout, openings, ceiling framing, fasteners, alignment, and coordination with gypsum board and other building components.

Building-code knowledge is important because wall and ceiling systems may be affected by requirements involving materials, fire resistance, assemblies, and construction methods. The International Building Code, 2018 supports these code-based portions of preparation.

The C-17F trade examination is one component of Nevada contractor licensing. Applicants must also complete the applicable application, qualification, business, financial, and other licensing requirements before a contractor license is issued.

Reference Books

• Included Rental Book: International Building Code, 2018
  This highlighted and tabbed exam-room-approved reference supports preparation involving wall systems, ceiling construction, materials, fire-resistance provisions, definitions, tables, exceptions, and related building-code requirements relevant to C-17F work.
• Included Rental Book: Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016
  This highlighted and tabbed study reference supports preparation involving framing principles, layout, measurements, walls, ceilings, openings, construction tools, and general building practices that help reinforce metal framing knowledge.
• Included Rental Book: Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition
  This highlighted and tabbed study reference supports metal stud framing, tracks, partitions, ceiling systems, gypsum construction, fastening, and related installation practices.
• Included Rental Book: Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada
  This highlighted and tabbed business reference supports preparation for Nevada contractor business and law topics as part of the broader contractor licensing process.

Exam Room Approved Books

• International Building Code, 2018
  This highlighted and tabbed book is the exam-room-approved trade reference included in the Nevada Studs of Sheet Metal Contractor (C-17F) Books & Courses Rental Package. Candidates should practice using the prepared tabs and highlighted sections together with standard IBC navigation methods.

Test Information and Study Materials

A strong C-17F study plan should focus first on Metal Framing Installation because it represents 16 of the 20 trade examination questions.

Candidates should understand the basic components of nonstructural metal framing, including studs, tracks, fasteners, ceiling framing members, and related connection points.

Layout is a key area of preparation. Review how partition locations are established, how floor and ceiling tracks are aligned, and how accurate measurements affect the completed wall system.

Stud installation should include placement, spacing concepts, orientation, alignment, fastening, and coordination with openings and adjacent construction.

Track installation should include positioning, alignment, attachment, and its relationship to the completed partition or ceiling system.

Openings should receive focused review. Doorways and other penetrations can change framing layouts, and candidates should understand how surrounding metal framing is arranged to accommodate them.

Ceiling framing is specifically included in the C-17F scope. Candidates should study how sheet metal framing components are installed overhead and coordinated with adjacent walls and building surfaces.

Fastening and alignment are practical installation subjects that affect the quality of the finished system. Candidates should understand how connections and layout work together to produce properly positioned framing.

The Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition can help candidates connect metal framing with the wall and ceiling systems it supports. Review partition assemblies, ceiling systems, metal studs, tracks, fastening methods, and related installation details.

The Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016 reference can reinforce measurements, layout, general framing, wall construction, openings, tools, and building terminology.

Because those two trade references are not allowed into the trade examination room, candidates should use them to build retained knowledge. After studying a procedure, close the book and explain the installation sequence from memory.

The International Building Code, 2018 should be used regularly for Code Requirements preparation. Candidates should become comfortable with the book's structure as well as the highlighting and tabs provided in the rental package.

Definitions can help determine how a code requirement applies. Candidates should know how to locate definitions quickly when a term is unclear.

Tables can contain important construction information that may not appear elsewhere in the same form. Practice reading table headings, notes, and conditions carefully.

Exceptions can modify general code requirements. Candidates should review surrounding provisions before choosing an answer.

Cross-references can lead to additional requirements. Practice following them during study so this process becomes familiar before test day.

Wall assemblies, ceilings, materials, and fire-resistance provisions should be part of regular IBC navigation practice because they relate closely to sheet metal stud framing.

The highlighted and tabbed format can support timed lookup drills. Choose a code topic, locate it using the tabs and index, and practice identifying the applicable provision within a limited amount of time.

The 6 months of course access gives candidates another way to organize study around the main trade subjects and Nevada contractor business requirements. Course preparation can be combined with book study, code navigation, practice questions, and review sessions.

A productive routine is to use the course to identify a subject, review the corresponding book material, practice the concept, and then test recall without immediately referring back to the reference.

For the C-17F trade exam, most study time should be devoted to Metal Framing Installation, while a smaller but consistent portion should be dedicated to IBC navigation for Code Requirements.

Mixed practice is useful after individual topics become familiar. Alternate between practical framing questions and code-based questions so the transition between retained knowledge and reference lookup becomes more natural.

When a practice question is missed, identify whether the problem came from weak trade knowledge, unfamiliar terminology, slow IBC navigation, or difficulty interpreting the question. Correcting the underlying weakness helps build broader preparation.

Time management should also be practiced. Answer familiar questions efficiently, use the IBC for targeted lookups, and avoid unnecessary searching when the answer can be reached from well-developed trade knowledge.

The Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada should be studied separately for the business portion of contractor licensing. Candidates can use the highlighted and tabbed format to organize business concepts and combine the manual with the included course access.

Because all books in this rental package are highlighted and tabbed, candidates can use a consistent study approach across both the trade and business materials.

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

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep supports Nevada C-17F Studs of Sheet Metal Contractor candidates through organized study guidance, trade-focused review, practice-oriented preparation, reference navigation, and confidence-building study structure.

This rental package combines the highlighted and tabbed International Building Code, 2018, Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016, Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition, and Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada with 6 months of course access.

The highlighted and tabbed format helps organize major subjects and supports more efficient reference use. Candidates can combine these prepared books with course study, practice questions, review sessions, and timed navigation drills.

Trade-focused preparation supports stronger understanding of sheet metal studs, tracks, partition layout, ceiling framing, openings, fastening, alignment, and building-code relationships.

Business preparation supports broader Nevada contractor licensing study through the Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada and the included course access.

The goal is to help candidates approach the C-17F examination and related contractor licensing study with stronger knowledge, better reference familiarity, and a more organized preparation routine without guaranteeing a passing score or licensing approval.

How many questions are on the Nevada C-17F Studs of Sheet Metal exam?

The Nevada C-17F trade examination contains 20 questions.

How much time is allowed for the C-17F examination?

Candidates are allowed 1 hour to complete the examination.

How many correct answers are required to pass?

Candidates must answer 14 questions correctly to pass.

Is the Nevada C-17F examination open book?

Yes. The Nevada C-17F trade examination is an open-book test.

Which trade book is allowed into the C-17F exam?

The International Building Code, 2018 is the exam-room-approved trade reference included in this rental package.

Are all of the rental books highlighted and tabbed?

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

Does this rental package include Carpentry and Building Construction?

Yes. Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016 is included as a highlighted and tabbed rental study reference.

Does this rental package include the Gypsum Construction Handbook?

Yes. The Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition is included as a highlighted and tabbed rental study reference.

Is the Nevada business book included?

Yes. The package includes the Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada as a highlighted and tabbed rental book.

How much course access is included?

This package includes 6 months of course access.

What is the rental package price?

The rental price is $985 plus a refundable deposit of $300, for a total of $1,285.

Is the $300 deposit refundable?

Yes. The $300 deposit is refundable.

How many Metal Framing Installation questions are on the C-17F exam?

Metal Framing Installation accounts for 16 questions.

How many Code Requirements questions are on the C-17F exam?

Code Requirements accounts for 4 questions.

What work does the C-17F classification cover?

The C-17F classification covers the erection and installation of sheet metal studs used for framing ceilings and nonstructural partitioning walls.

How long should I allow for this rental package order?

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

Does this package guarantee that I will pass the C-17F exam?

No. This package provides rental books, course access, organized references, and preparation support. Exam results depend on each candidate's experience, study, framing knowledge, reference-navigation skills, and performance on test day.