Wisconsin HVAC Qualifier Exam 2025-2026 Complete
Practice Examination - 200 Verified Questions Aligned to
Wisconsin DSPS HVAC Qualifier (Designer of Engineering
Systems) Exam Blueprint
Published by: Wisconsin HVAC Exam Preparation Resources
Edition: 2025-2026
Total Questions: 200
Exam Type: Open-Book
Administered by: Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
(DSPS)
CONTENT AREA OVERVIEW — 2025-2026 BLUEPRINT
Content Area Questions Key Topics Weight
SPS 305.71, Qualifier
Definition, Experience
Licensing,
40 (Q1- Requirements, Examination
Regulations & 20%
40) Process, Contractor
Qualifier Definition
Registration, Scope of
Practice
SPS 320-325 (UDC), SPS
Wisconsin
361-366 (Commercial
Administrative 40 (Q41-
Building Code), SPS 364, 20%
Code & Building 80)
IMC, IFGC, IECC, IBC
Codes
Amendments
HVAC Systems & 40 (Q81- Load Calculations, Duct 20%
Design Principles 120) Design, Combustion,
,Content Area Questions Key Topics Weight
Refrigerants, Psychrometrics,
Airflow, Energy Efficiency
Ventilation, Clearances, Fuel
Installation 40 (Q121- Gas Piping, Electrical
20%
Standards & Safety 160) Requirements, Fire Safety,
EPA 608, OSHA
Plan Submission, Permit
Plan Review,
Requirements, Inspection
Permitting & 40 (Q161-
Process, Qualifier 20%
Professional 200)
Responsibilities, Continuing
Responsibilities
Education, Ethics
DOMAIN 1: LICENSING, REGULATIONS & QUALIFIER DEFINITION
Questions 1-40
1. What is the primary state agency responsible for issuing HVAC qualifier
licenses in Wisconsin?
A) Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD)
B) Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)
C) Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
D) Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)
oversees licensing and regulation of HVAC contractors and qualifiers under Wis.
Admin. Code SPS 305. DSPS administers the HVAC qualifier certification and
contracts with testing vendors for exam administration.
,2. According to Wis. Admin. Code § SPS 305.71, an individual may obtain an
HVAC qualifier certification relative to what business activity?
A) Designing electrical systems for commercial buildings
B) Installing or servicing heating, ventilating, or air conditioning equipment
C) Plumbing and fire suppression system installation
D) General construction management
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: SPS 305.71 specifically governs HVAC qualifier certification for
individuals relative to the business of installing or servicing heating, ventilating, or
air conditioning equipment. The qualifier scope includes preparation of plans and
specifications, consultation, investigation, and evaluation, but NOT physical
installation.
3. What is the minimum work experience required to qualify for the
Wisconsin HVAC Qualifier examination?
A) 2 years (2,000 hours)
B) 3 years (3,000 hours)
C) 4 years (4,000 hours)
D) 6 years (6,000 hours)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: SPS 305.71(3)(a) requires at least 1,000 hours per year for at least 4
years of experience in supervising or performing the design, installation, servicing,
or maintenance of HVAC systems or equipment.
4. Which Wisconsin Administrative Code chapters apply to one- and two-
family dwellings for HVAC work?
A) SPS 301 to 319
B) SPS 320 to 325
C) SPS 340 to 349
D) SPS 361 to 366
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale: The Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) is covered by SPS 320 to 325 and
applies to one- and two-family dwellings. SPS 323 specifically covers Heating,
Ventilating and Air Conditioning standards for dwellings.
5. Which Wisconsin Code covers "Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning"
for commercial buildings?
A) SPS 340
B) SPS 361 to 366 (adopting the IMC/UMC)
C) SPS 382
D) SPS 326
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: SPS 361 to 366 is the Wisconsin Commercial Building Code, which
adopts the International Mechanical Code (IMC) with Wisconsin amendments for
commercial HVAC. Chapter SPS 364 specifically covers Heating, Ventilating and
Air Conditioning.
6. What is the primary definition of a "Qualifier" under SPS 305?
A) An apprentice learning the trade
B) The designated individual with knowledge and authority to supervise
HVAC work and ensure code compliance
C) A laborer handling material
D) The building inspector
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The qualifier is the designated individual responsible for ensuring all
HVAC work complies with state codes and standards. The qualifier has the
knowledge and authority to supervise HVAC work and is accountable to DSPS.
7. Under SPS 305.71, what is the scope of practice for an HVAC Qualifier?
A) Physical installation of HVAC equipment only
B) Preparation of plans and specifications, consultation, investigation, and
evaluation
Practice Examination - 200 Verified Questions Aligned to
Wisconsin DSPS HVAC Qualifier (Designer of Engineering
Systems) Exam Blueprint
Published by: Wisconsin HVAC Exam Preparation Resources
Edition: 2025-2026
Total Questions: 200
Exam Type: Open-Book
Administered by: Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
(DSPS)
CONTENT AREA OVERVIEW — 2025-2026 BLUEPRINT
Content Area Questions Key Topics Weight
SPS 305.71, Qualifier
Definition, Experience
Licensing,
40 (Q1- Requirements, Examination
Regulations & 20%
40) Process, Contractor
Qualifier Definition
Registration, Scope of
Practice
SPS 320-325 (UDC), SPS
Wisconsin
361-366 (Commercial
Administrative 40 (Q41-
Building Code), SPS 364, 20%
Code & Building 80)
IMC, IFGC, IECC, IBC
Codes
Amendments
HVAC Systems & 40 (Q81- Load Calculations, Duct 20%
Design Principles 120) Design, Combustion,
,Content Area Questions Key Topics Weight
Refrigerants, Psychrometrics,
Airflow, Energy Efficiency
Ventilation, Clearances, Fuel
Installation 40 (Q121- Gas Piping, Electrical
20%
Standards & Safety 160) Requirements, Fire Safety,
EPA 608, OSHA
Plan Submission, Permit
Plan Review,
Requirements, Inspection
Permitting & 40 (Q161-
Process, Qualifier 20%
Professional 200)
Responsibilities, Continuing
Responsibilities
Education, Ethics
DOMAIN 1: LICENSING, REGULATIONS & QUALIFIER DEFINITION
Questions 1-40
1. What is the primary state agency responsible for issuing HVAC qualifier
licenses in Wisconsin?
A) Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD)
B) Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)
C) Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
D) Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)
oversees licensing and regulation of HVAC contractors and qualifiers under Wis.
Admin. Code SPS 305. DSPS administers the HVAC qualifier certification and
contracts with testing vendors for exam administration.
,2. According to Wis. Admin. Code § SPS 305.71, an individual may obtain an
HVAC qualifier certification relative to what business activity?
A) Designing electrical systems for commercial buildings
B) Installing or servicing heating, ventilating, or air conditioning equipment
C) Plumbing and fire suppression system installation
D) General construction management
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: SPS 305.71 specifically governs HVAC qualifier certification for
individuals relative to the business of installing or servicing heating, ventilating, or
air conditioning equipment. The qualifier scope includes preparation of plans and
specifications, consultation, investigation, and evaluation, but NOT physical
installation.
3. What is the minimum work experience required to qualify for the
Wisconsin HVAC Qualifier examination?
A) 2 years (2,000 hours)
B) 3 years (3,000 hours)
C) 4 years (4,000 hours)
D) 6 years (6,000 hours)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: SPS 305.71(3)(a) requires at least 1,000 hours per year for at least 4
years of experience in supervising or performing the design, installation, servicing,
or maintenance of HVAC systems or equipment.
4. Which Wisconsin Administrative Code chapters apply to one- and two-
family dwellings for HVAC work?
A) SPS 301 to 319
B) SPS 320 to 325
C) SPS 340 to 349
D) SPS 361 to 366
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale: The Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) is covered by SPS 320 to 325 and
applies to one- and two-family dwellings. SPS 323 specifically covers Heating,
Ventilating and Air Conditioning standards for dwellings.
5. Which Wisconsin Code covers "Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning"
for commercial buildings?
A) SPS 340
B) SPS 361 to 366 (adopting the IMC/UMC)
C) SPS 382
D) SPS 326
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: SPS 361 to 366 is the Wisconsin Commercial Building Code, which
adopts the International Mechanical Code (IMC) with Wisconsin amendments for
commercial HVAC. Chapter SPS 364 specifically covers Heating, Ventilating and
Air Conditioning.
6. What is the primary definition of a "Qualifier" under SPS 305?
A) An apprentice learning the trade
B) The designated individual with knowledge and authority to supervise
HVAC work and ensure code compliance
C) A laborer handling material
D) The building inspector
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The qualifier is the designated individual responsible for ensuring all
HVAC work complies with state codes and standards. The qualifier has the
knowledge and authority to supervise HVAC work and is accountable to DSPS.
7. Under SPS 305.71, what is the scope of practice for an HVAC Qualifier?
A) Physical installation of HVAC equipment only
B) Preparation of plans and specifications, consultation, investigation, and
evaluation
