NCIDQ Exam Content – Section 1

Section 1 addresses the content areas of Codes, Building Systems, Construction Standards and Contract Administration. Candidates are given 3½ hours to complete Section 1. Download the PDF version of this information. 

Section 1: Codes, Building Systems, Construction Standards and Contract Administration

CONTENT AREA DISTRIBUTION
1.

Knowledge of and skill in application of:

  • Code requirements, laws, standards & regulations, including accessibility guidelines
  • Sustainable design practices

20 Questions
16.0% of test

2.

Knowledge of and skill in integration with:

  • Building systems
  • Building construction

23 Questions
18.4% of test

3.

Knowledge of and skill in the development and use of:

  • Construction documents
  • Schedules
  • Specifications
  • Architectural woodworking

25 Questions
20.0% of test

4.

Knowledge of and skill in:

  • Measuring
  • Drafting and technical drawing conventions

12 Questions
9.6% of test

5.

Knowledge of and skill in:

  • Contract administration
  • Interior design forms and documentation

22 Questions
17.6% of test

6.

Knowledge of and skill in:

  • Selection, specification, use and care of furniture, fixtures and equipment, including window treatments and textiles
  • Selection, specification, use and care of interior finishes and materials (e.g. acoustics, life safety considerations, performance and properties)
  • Selection, specification, use and care of lighting
  • Procurement
  • Cost estimating
  • Sourcing and research as it relates to manufacturers’ and vendors’ information

23 Questions
18.4% of test

 

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