General Contractors License(Prometric©)

The General Contractor's License scope of work includes the construction, repair, alteration, remodeling, addition to, subtraction from, improvement, and demolition of any building or structure including related improvements to real estate excluding electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and liquefied petroleum gas work related thereto.

Courses for Trade & Business:General

• Florida (County) General Contractor (Prometric© Exam) Prep Course

  Course Description: Upon enrolment the student receives an email containing his/her ID and Password combination to access the eCampus. The student can access the eCampus 24/7 for as long as it is necessary until he/she passes all licensing exams.  The eCampus contains VIDEOS, PRACTICE QUESTIONS (similar to those seen on the actual exams), typical MATH PROBLEMS with step-by-step solutions, and detailed instructions on how to FIND ANSWERS within the books. The student also has access to optional in-person classroom-style refresher seminars. The training can be completed fully online, but if the student prefers, he/she can go to any number of REFRESHER SEMINARS (no extra charges or limitations).

  Click here for a list of dates and locations of upcoming Refresher Seminars offered for this trade.

   

  Contractor Campus is not affiliated to the testing company providing this test. We are an independent school which provides exam prep services. Please consult with your county/state to find out if they allow the use of other testing providers. Make sure you compare different testing providers on the basis of (1) flexibility of test scheduling, (2) total cost of the reference books used during your particular exam [all testing companies use a different combination of books for each test], (3) distance you must travel to take your test, and (4) their customer service [try giving them a call to find out how responsive they are]. As an independent school and bookstore we do not endorse any particular testing company, but offer books and classes to prepare you for any exams, regardless of the testing provider you choose.

  $425.00

  $425.00

• Florida (County) Business and Law (Prometric© Exam) Prep Course

  Course Description: Upon enrolment the student receives an email containing his/her ID and Password combination to access the eCampus. The student can access the eCampus 24/7 for as long as it is necessary until he/she passes all licensing exams.  The eCampus contains VIDEOS, PRACTICE QUESTIONS (similar to those seen on the actual exams), typical MATH PROBLEMS with step-by-step solutions, and detailed instructions on how to FIND ANSWERS within the books. The student also has access to optional in-person classroom-style refresher seminars. The training can be completed fully online, but if the student prefers, he/she can go to any number of REFRESHER SEMINARS (no extra charges or limitations).

  Click here for a list of dates and locations of upcoming Refresher Seminars offered for this trade.

   

  Contractor Campus is not affiliated to the testing company providing this test. We are an independent school which provides exam prep services. Please consult with your county/state to find out if they allow the use of other testing providers. Make sure you compare different testing providers on the basis of (1) flexibility of test scheduling, (2) total cost of the reference books used during your particular exam [all testing companies use a different combination of books for each test], (3) distance you must travel to take your test, and (4) their customer service [try giving them a call to find out how responsive they are]. As an independent school and bookstore we do not endorse any particular testing company, but offer books and classes to prepare you for any exams, regardless of the testing provider you choose.

  $240.00

  $240.00

Exams:General Contractor

General Exams

• Testing Method: Computer-based; Open Book
• Testing Company: Prometric
• Hours Allotted: 2h 10min
• Types of Questions: Multiple Choice
• Number of questions: 100
• Exam and Catalog Numbers: 920203, 920253, 920204, 920254, F10152, F10153
• Subjects Involved:
  • Plan Reading
  • Estimating
  • Sitework
  • Concrete
  • Masonry
  • Structural Steel
  • Carpentry
  • Metal Framing
  • Roofing
  • Associated Trades
  • Exterior Finishes
  • Interior Finishes
  • Safety

Business and Law Exam

• Testing Method: Computer - based; Open Book
• Testing Company: Prometric
• Hours Allotted: 2h
• Types of Questions: Multiple Choice
• Number of questions: 50
• Exam and Catalog Numbers: 920101, 920151, F10010
• Subjects Involved:
  • Business Organization
  • Licensing
  • Estimating and Bidding
  • Contract Management
  • Project Management
  • Insurance and Bonding
  • OSHA Recordkeeping
  • Personal Regulations
  • Financial Management
  • Tax Laws
  • Lien Laws

Book Set for General Contractor

The books set includes all required references for both the General and Business and Law exams. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.

General Books

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  Florida Building Code - Building

  Florida Building Code 2017 edition is the primary source for building code compliance in Florida.

  $137.59

  $137.59

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

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  Florida Building Code - Residential

  The 2017 Residential Code is the primary resource for code compliance for single and multi-family dwelling construction in Florida.

  $128.14

  $128.14

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

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  Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction

  Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction covers all aspects of the building process with a focus on civil structures and high-rise buildings.

  $155.70

  $155.70

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

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  The Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction

  Provides insight into proven practices that will produce quality concrete structures. This book includes concrete mixture designs, specifications, common field problems, and safety. Number of Pages: 147 Product Dimensions: 11" x 8 1/2" x 3/8" Weight: 1.0 Lbs Publisher: ACI Edition: 3rd ISBN-13: 9780870311673

  $126.25

  $126.25

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

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  Gypsum Construction Handbook

  The Gypsum Construction Handbook is a complete textbook which covers in detail all aspects of drywall, from installation principles to proper estimating techniques.

  $39.04

  $39.04

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

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  Modern Masonry

  Modern Masonry is a book which describes in detail the different characteristics of masonry materials and their professional installation.

  $47.60

  $47.60

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

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  Olin's Construction: Principles, Materials and Methods

  The publisher describes it as the most comprehensive text on the subject, Olin's Construction covers not only the materials and methods of building construction, but also building systems and equipment, utilities, properties of materials, and current design and contracting requirements. Whether you're a builder, designer, contractor, or manager, join the readers who have relied on the principles of Olin's Construction for more than two generations to master construction operations.

  $161.00

  $161.00

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

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  Carpentry & Building Construction

  Carpentry and Building Construction is a heavily used textbook for a significant number of county contractor exams in Florida. This is a used book, used book pricing has been applied.

  $23.83

  $23.83

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

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  Walker's Building Estimator's Reference Book

  The Building Estimator's Reference Book is an important reference used for estimating and as a reference for contractor exams.

  $118.63

  $118.63

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

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  CFR (OSHA) Tile 29 Part 1926

  OSHA (CFR 29 Part 1926) is the leading safety reference in the construction industry covering all aspects of construction.

  $29.87

  $29.87

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

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Business and Law Books

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  Florida Contractor’s Reference Manual

  The Florida Contractor's Manual is temporarily out of print.

  Sales price: $0.00

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge)

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  IRS Circular E: Employer's Tax Guide

  The Circular E is a document published by the Internal Revenue Service (Publication 15) which provides detailed tax-related information to employers.

  $14.15

  $14.15

  Tabs:

  Yes +$10.00 No (No additional charge) Tabs only, no book ($10.00)

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