Required Books
The reference materials listed were used to create the questions for this exam. The exam may also contain questions based on trade knowledge or general industry practices. Except for Code books, you can base your answers on later editions of reference books as they become available. For Code questions, the examinations will be based only on the edition of the Code book that is listed.
Not all books are allowed into the exam. Please contact us for more specific information.
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Applicants are required to have 4 years of verifiable experience and must pass the Arizona Business Management Exam in addition to the A-12 (CR-80) exam.
All Contractors are required to obtain bonds. The amount is based on the license classification and the yearly work volume.
For the lowest priced bonds in Arizona call our office at (480) 689-8356.
A-11 Steel and Aluminum Erection - Field fabrication, erection, repair, and alteration of architectural and structural steel and aluminum materials common to the industry, including field layout, cutting, assembly and erection by welding, bolting, wire typing or riveting.
R-17 Structural Steel and Aluminum - Installation and repair of architectural and structural shapes and members common to the industry, including reinforcing steel which may be used as structural members for buildings, equipment, and structures.
The trade test is considered equivalent for these classifications and upon passing the CBME and trade exam, either license classification may be applied for without further testing.
To apply for a license, contact:
Registrar of Contractors
800 West Washington St. 6th floor
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602)542-1525
www.rc.state.az.us/
Important Contacts
Reciprocity information can be obtained by contacting the Registrar of Contractors
Continuing Education requirements, if any, can be obtained by contacting the Registrar of Contractors
The Business Management exam is also required.
The A-11 / R-17 exam is 50 questions, multiple-choice with a 2-hour time limit.
The exam is semi open-book with 70% required to pass
Exam fees are $66.00 for one exam or $116.00 for two exams (Business Management and one trade)
Testing is through PSI and approval is required
American Contractors does not offer a seminar to prepare for the Arizona A-11 /R-17 Structural Steel & Aluminum Erection exam, however we do carry all the references and Bonding offer assistance if needed. Please contact us for more information.
