PSI Alabama  Metal Building Erection Contractor Book Package 

Books, Pre-Printed Tabs, and Online Course Options Available

Trade Exam Outline

Number of Questions: 40

Required to Pass: 70%

Time Allowed: 120 min

Required Reference Books

1. International Building Code, 2021, International Code Council,
2. International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2021,
3. Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), with latest available amendments,
4. Metal Building Systems Manual, 2012, Metal Building Manufacturers Association, 
5. ASTM C 754 - Standard Specification for Installation of Steel Framing Members to Receive Screw-Attached Gypsum Panel Products, 2011,
6. ASTM C 1007 - Standard Specification for Installation of Load Bearing (Transverse and Axial) Steel Studs and Related Accessories, 2011
7. The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 2018, 4th Edition, 
8. Developing Your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan – A Guide for Construction Sites, United States Environmental Protection Agency, 2007
9. ANSI/EIMA 99-A-2017: Standard for Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) and EIFS with Drainage, 2017, ANSI/EIMA, 
10. Energy Design Guidelines for Metal Building Systems, 2010, Metal Building Manufacturers Association
11. Specifications for Structural Joints Using High-Strength Bolts, Research Council on Structural Connections, 2009 
    

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Highlighted & Tabbed books we can strategically place highlights and tabs in your books for you so you can easily find the answers on test day. 

Note: If you purchase "Highlighted and Tabbed Books" Only the Reference Books that are allowed in the examination center are shipped as highlighted and tabbed. Please call +1 (954) 908-7010 if you want to purchase the suggested study books (if any listed in the candidate bulletin) highlighted. 

Note: Highlighted and tabbed books ordered out of the state of Florida may take up to 5-7 business days to be shipped.

The Online Home Study Course includes:

• How to take this course video
• How to register for the exam(s)
• The 6 segments of test-taking techniques  
• List of required reference books for your exam and when they update
• Practice Exams with hundreds of practice questions and answers page numbers & solutions 
• 1-year access to online course and a live instructor (discounts on extensions)
• Access to an instructor via Phone call, Text message, Zoom, or email.
• Tab and highlight locations for all the books to show you what is important to study
• The course is Android and iOS Compatible - Complete the course on your phone, anytime or anywhere. 

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updated 6/9/2026