North Carolina Highway Contractor Exam Prep Courses

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North Carolina Highway Contractor Exam Prep Course

$ 399.00

Quickly and effectively prepare for the North Carolina Highway Contractor Exam.

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Online self-paced course with discussions test-taking best practices
Book highlighting guides
Practice quizzes
Learning modules
Exam simulator mirroring the features of the real exam

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North Carolina Highway Exam Tabbed and Highlighted Book Bundle

$ 799.97

Get all the books you need to study for and pass your open-book exam.

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Pre-tabbed and highlighted books that are approved for use in the open-book exam.

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North Carolina Highway Contractor Exam Prep Services and Materials

Overview

Your guide to the North Carolina Highway Contractor Exam

The North Carolina Highway Contractor Exam is a challenging test of your knowledge of highway construction regulations, best practices, and terminology required by the NC Licensing Board for General Contractors. However, with the right study materials and courses, you’ll build the base knowledge and confidence you’ll need to pass the exam and begin your career as a contractor.

As a licensed highway contractor in North Carolina, you will be able to take on projects related to highway construction and highway-ancillary work. Such projects often involve:

Grading
Paving
Bridge Construction and Repair
Parking Decks
Sidewalks
Curbs, Gutters, and Storm Drainage

Work ancillary to highway construction often involves:

Installation and erection of guard rails, fencing, signage
Installation of fencing and signage

Exam Breakdown

What’s on the exam

# of Questions	Minimum Passing Score	Time Allowed
90	63 (70%)	265 minutes

Subject Area	# of questions
Paving - Asphalt	12
Piles	5
Excavation and Grading	8
Concrete Paving	3
Safety	5
One-Call	3
Traffic Control	2
Concrete	6
Metals Including Concrete Reinforcement	5
Erosion and Sedimentation Control	4
Tunneling	8
Railroad Construction	8
Marine Construction	6
Licensing	2
Liens	1
Business and Law	7
Sports Fields	5

You can also refer to the PSI Candidate Information Bulletin for more information on testing policies.

Exam Preparation

How to prepare for the North Carolina Highway Contractor Exam

The North Carolina Highway Contractor Exam is a standardized test to assess the contractor license candidate's knowledge and understanding of various aspects of highway construction, ensuring they are qualified to manage projects effectively and safely.

The North Carolina Highway Contractor Exam covers a wide array of subjects related to highway construction, including:

Excavation and Grading
Paving (asphalt and concrete)
Bridge Construction
Traffic Control
Erosion and Sedimentation Control
OSHA (safety)
Business and Law
North Carolina Standard Specifications for Roads & Structures

To pass the exam, you must achieve a score of 70% or higher. Effective preparation involves a thorough review of provided study materials and relevant North Carolina state codes. Exam prep courses like the packages available through Contractor Training Center can explain exactly what you need to know to pass your exam the first time.

License Requirements

How to get your North Carolina Highway Contractor License

To obtain your North Carolina Highway Contractor License you must:

Be at least 18 years old
Possess good moral character (as determined by the NC LBGC)
Provide evidence of financial responsibility
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