{"product_id":"sedgwick-county-kansas-national-standard-building-contractor-b-icc-f12-n-exam-book-package","title":"Sedgwick County Kansas National Standard Building Contractor (B) (ICC - F12-N) Exam Book Package","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eSedgwick County Kansas National Standard Building Contractor (B) (ICC - F12-N) Exam Book Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re preparing for the Sedgwick County, Kansas National Standard Building Contractor (B) exam (ICC F12-N), the right reference books are the foundation of a smart study plan. This exam is built around code-based decision-making—reading scenarios, locating the controlling code section, confirming exceptions, and choosing the best answer under a time limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Exam Book Package brings together the core references used for the ICC F12-N exam track, centered on the \u003cstrong\u003e2015 International Building Code (IBC)\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003e2015 International Residential Code (IRC)\u003c\/strong\u003e, plus the \u003cstrong\u003e2021 ICC Concrete Manual\u003c\/strong\u003e for concrete quality and field practice questions tied to code requirements. When your prep starts with the correct books, your study time becomes more focused, more efficient, and much closer to what you’ll do on exam day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding contractor exams don’t reward random reading. They reward repeatable skills: knowing where to look, how the books are organized, and how to verify the detail that makes an answer correct. With these references in hand, you can train the exact workflow that successful test-takers use: identify the topic, find the chapter, confirm the section language, and move on with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis package is a strong fit for contractors who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed the required reference set for the ICC F12-N exam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to begin studying with the correct code editions right away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer hands-on “lookup practice” over memorizing large sections of code\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre upgrading their credentials to meet local licensing expectations in the Sedgwick County\/Wichita area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternational Building Code (IBC), 2015 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe primary commercial building code reference used for general building contractor questions involving structural provisions, life safety, and building systems covered in the IBC.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternational Residential Code (IRC), 2015 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe residential code reference used when exam tasks and scenarios involve one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses covered by the IRC.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2021 ICC Concrete Manual\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA concrete-focused reference used for concrete quality and field practice topics connected to concrete construction, inspection, and application concepts.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ICC National Standard Building Contractor (B) exam (often referenced as F12 or F12-N) is part of the ICC Contractor\/Trades testing program and is commonly scheduled and delivered as a computer-based exam through the ICC testing network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExam specifications commonly associated with the F12-N exam include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple-choice, computer-based testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime limit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum passing score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContent is typically organized around job tasks and code applications that a building contractor is expected to understand, such as permitting\/general requirements, building planning and life safety, structural provisions, and coordination details that rely on code interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause licensing is local, always register using the exam code required by your jurisdiction (for example, “F12-N” if that is what your licensing office specifies). Matching the exam code is as important as matching the book editions—both keep your study plan aligned with what you will actually be tested on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ICC F12-N National Standard Building Contractor (B) exam is commonly administered as an \u003cstrong\u003eopen book\u003c\/strong\u003e exam, which means your success depends heavily on how efficiently you can use your references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen book does not mean unlimited time to search. The exam pace rewards contractors who can:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecognize the code “neighborhood”\u003c\/strong\u003e (which book and which chapter a question points to)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocate the controlling section quickly\u003c\/strong\u003e instead of browsing through multiple chapters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRead carefully\u003c\/strong\u003e to catch exceptions, footnotes, and table notes that change the correct answer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm details\u003c\/strong\u003e (dimensions, triggers, conditions, and definitions) without second-guessing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s exactly why the correct books matter. When you practice with the same references repeatedly, you build speed through familiarity. Your goal is to turn each question into a predictable routine: identify the topic → choose the correct reference → find the section → verify exceptions → answer and move on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Kansas, contractor licensing requirements are typically handled at the local level. In the Sedgwick County and Wichita area, contractor licensing is commonly associated with the Metropolitan Area Building and Construction Department (MABCD) for its jurisdictional coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile exact requirements vary by license classification and the jurisdiction where you plan to work, the licensing path often includes these core steps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm the contractor license type you need\u003c\/strong\u003e based on your scope of work and where you will pull permits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm the required exam\u003c\/strong\u003e and the exact exam code (such as F12-N) identified by the licensing office.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare using the approved references\u003c\/strong\u003e and build test-day speed through code lookups and timed practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubmit your contractor license application\u003c\/strong\u003e through the appropriate local licensing office with required documentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintain compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e based on local renewal expectations and documentation requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your path includes the ICC F12-N exam, focus your prep on two parallel goals: learning the content and learning the navigation. Many candidates know the trade concepts but lose time searching. The strongest advantage you can build is reliable reference speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eState Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause licensing is local, requirements can differ depending on whether you are working in unincorporated Sedgwick County, within Wichita, or in smaller cities within MABCD’s jurisdiction. MABCD provides contractor licensing resources and forms for new contractor licenses and renewals within its coverage area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor new contractor licensing, MABCD’s contractor license application materials indicate that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA new application includes an additional $50 application fee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertificates of insurance\u003c\/strong\u003e (general liability, auto, and workers’ compensation) must be on file for the licensing process as outlined in the application materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause documentation requirements can vary by license type, keep your application process organized. A simple checklist system helps you avoid delays: application form, required insurance certificates, qualifying party documentation (when applicable), and exam results (when required by your license class).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Exam Book Package supports the exam preparation piece of that process—helping you build the code-reference skills that align with an ICC open-book format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReference Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternational Building Code (IBC), 2015 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCore building code reference for the ICC F12-N National Standard Building Contractor (B) exam. 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Practice with the index on purpose, not only when you’re stuck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eException awareness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many questions are built around a general rule with a key exception. Make it a habit to scan for exceptions before finalizing an answer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTable accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tables are detail-heavy and easy to misread under pressure. Practice reading the entire row\/column context, checking notes, and verifying units.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDefinition discipline:\u003c\/strong\u003e Definitions often control how a requirement is applied. 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