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CEM Exam Prep — 250+ cards + Free Mock
Anki deck for the AEE CEM Body of Knowledge.
Free readiness check
Free CEM Practice Test | 65-Question Certified Energy
Run the linked 50-question timed practice test for topic scoring, answer review, and a pass/no-pass remediation plan before deciding what to drill next.
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IPMVP Option B is characterized by:
Correct: (a) Retrofit isolation with utility-grade measurement of energy use at the ECM level. Option B uses periodic or continuous measurements at specific retrofits to quantify savings.
In an Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC), the ESCO typically:
Correct: (a) Designs, installs, and often guarantees savings financed through future energy cost reductions. ESCOs assume implementation and performance risk per contract, repaid via savings stream.
The commissioning authority (CxA) on a new construction project should:
Correct: (a) Review design, witness testing, and verify systems operate per owner's project requirements. Independent or qualified CxA verifies design intent through plans review, submittals, and testing.
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Product facts
- Cards
- 250+
- Coverage
- 14 AEE CEM Body of Knowledge subject areas
- Format
- .apkg
- Price
- $11 USD
- Checkout
- Gumroad
- Exam cycle
- Current AEE CEM certification cycle
- Delivery
- Digital .apkg through Gumroad (instant download)
Coverage by exam topic
| Topic | Exam weight | Cards |
|---|---|---|
| Policy, Audits, and Economics | CEM BoK | 50+ |
| Electrical and Lighting | CEM BoK | 50+ |
| HVAC and Building Envelope | CEM BoK (10–16%) | 50+ |
| Industrial and Renewables | CEM BoK | 50+ |
| Commissioning and ESPC | CEM BoK | 50+ |
More about CEMExam format, study tips, and how this deck compares
CEM exam prep
UniPrep2Go sells an independent CEM Anki deck with 250+ high-yield flashcards for active recall and exam terminology. Built from the same validated item bank as the free readiness check at https://uniprep2go.study/mock-exams/cem-readiness-check. It is delivered as an Anki .apkg file for $11 USD through Gumroad with ins
Built for: Energy managers, facility engineers, and sustainability professionals pursuing AEE CEM certification.
Covers: 14 AEE CEM Body of Knowledge subject areas.
- Spaced-repetition flashcards
- 250+ exam-focused flashcards
- Topic coverage table and samples on this page
- Linked free 50-question practice test
How this deck compares
250+ cards for CEM matches the current 14 aee cem body of knowledge subject areas in the coverage table — sized for daily review, not maximum download size. Start with the free 50-question CEM practice test, then drill weak rows from the table.
| Approach | Typical size | Tradeoffs |
|---|---|---|
| Free community decks | 1,000–3,000 |
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| Budget mega-packs | 1,000+ |
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| This deck | 250+ exam-focused flashcards |
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CEM study guide
Coverage focus for CEM
250+ items align to 14 aee cem body of knowledge subject areas: Policy, Audits, and Economics (50+); Electrical and Lighting (50+); HVAC and Building Envelope (50+); Industrial and Renewables (50+).
Suggested review cadence
Weeks 1–3: 20 new CEM cards per day. Week four: free CEM mock (50 questions) — review only missed table rows.
The Certified Energy Manager (CEM) credential from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) recognizes expertise in optimizing energy use across facilities and industrial systems. This page summarizes official exam structure; UniPrep2Go products are independent prep (not AEE exam material).
- Questions
- 130 multiple-choice and true/false (120 scored + 10 unscored pretest items)
- Time
- 4 hours
- Passing score
- 700 scaled score
- Scoring
- 0–1,040 scaled score
- Delivery
- Proctored at AEE-approved seminars, testing centers, or remote proctoring (verify at aeecenter.org)
- Administered by
- Association of Energy Engineers (AEE)
Knowledge domains and weights
| Domain | Weight |
|---|---|
| Energy and Sustainability Policies, Codes, and Standards | 6–8% |
| Energy Rates, Tariffs, and Supply Options | 5–7% |
| Energy Audits and Instrumentation | 7–11% |
| Energy Accounting and Economics | 6–10% |
| Electrical Power Systems and Motors | 7–11% |
| Lighting Systems | 5–7% |
| HVAC Systems and Building Envelope | 10–16% |
| Building Automation, Controls and AI Systems | 6–10% |
| Energy Storage Systems | 3–5% |
| Boiler and Steam Systems | 4–6% |
| Distributed Generation & Renewable Energy | 4–6% |
| Industrial Systems | 6–8% |
| Operations, Maintenance and Commissioning | 7–11% |
| ESPC and Measurement & Verification | 3–5% |
What changed in the current exam cycle
- AEE requires completion of an approved preparatory seminar (live, virtual, or self-paced) before sitting for the CEM exam — verify current requirements.
- CEM recertification is required every 3 years with continuing education and a maintenance fee.
- Exam is open book — printed references and notes in a binder allowed; computers and phones prohibited during the exam.
High-yield facts (commonly tested)
- Passing score is 700 on a 0–1,040 scaled score — not a simple percentage.
- HVAC Systems and Building Envelope is the highest-weight subject area (up to 16% of scored content).
- No penalty for wrong answers — answer every question on the 130-item form.
- AEE offers a 65-question paid self-evaluation exam that mirrors half the official exam length (verify at aeecenter.org/cemresources).
- Non-programmable calculator permitted; programmable calculators and exam software on personal devices are prohibited.
- CEM application file must be completed within 3 years of passing the exam or the process restarts.
Verify current exam fees, scheduling, and administrative details at www.aeecenter.org/certifications/certified-energy-manager. Independent study aid — not official exam material.
FAQ
How many questions are on the CEM exam?
130 questions in 4 hours — 120 scored plus 10 unscored pretest items randomly placed on the form.
What score do you need to pass the CEM exam?
A scaled score of at least 700 on the 0–1,040 scale.
Is the CEM exam open book?
Yes — open book and open notes with printed materials in a binder; verify prohibited items in the current AEE handbook.
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Is this official AEE material?
No. Independent study aid — not affiliated with or endorsed by the Association of Energy Engineers.
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