Exam prep mocks · free for first 20 mock starts
Free Certified Energy Manager (CEM) Readiness Check
50 questions · 50 min · 70% pass target · free
Preview readiness check — question bank may still be loading.
- Questions
- 50
- Timing
- 50 minutes
- Pass threshold
- 70%
Topic breakdown ▾
- Energy Policy, Audits, and Economics — 10 questions
- Electrical Systems, Motors, and Lighting — 10 questions
- HVAC, Building Envelope, and BAS — 10 questions
- Industrial, Boiler/Steam, and Renewables — 10 questions
- Commissioning, ESPC, and M&V — 10 questions
This is an independent readiness diagnostic. It is not official AEE CEM exam material and does not certify you as a Certified Energy Manager.
About this practice testAudience, topics, and how this check fits your study plan
A timed CEM readiness diagnostic sized to AEE's half-length self-evaluation format. Official CEM exam: 130 questions, 4 hours, open book, scaled pass score 700 (0–1040).
Built for: Energy managers, facility engineers, sustainability professionals, and HVAC/electrical engineers preparing for AEE CEM certification.
Topics: Energy Policy, Audits, and Economics, Electrical Systems, Motors, and Lighting, HVAC, Building Envelope, and BAS, Industrial, Boiler/Steam, and Renewables, Commissioning, ESPC, and M&V.
- 50 timed multiple-choice questions
- 50-minute pacing target
- 70% pass threshold with topic breakdown
- Full answer review linked to the Anki deck
Mocks and full reports are free for the first 20 mock starts while we validate demand. After that, access moves to paid Gumroad checkout.
Drill weak topics with CEM flashcardsFAQFormat, scoring, and independent prep disclaimer
- Is there a free CEM practice test?
- Yes. UniPrep2Go offers a free online CEM practice test at https://uniprep2go.study/mock-exams/cem-readiness-check with 50 timed questions, 50 minutes, a 70% pass target, topic scoring, and a full answer review report. Free for first 20 mock starts.
- How many questions are on this CEM Readiness?
- This readiness check has 50 multiple-choice questions timed against a 50-minute target. Readiness check sized to AEE's 65-question self-evaluation format. Official CEM exam: 130 questions (120 scored + 10 pretest), 4 hours, open book, scaled pass score 700 (0–1040 scale). Not AEE exam material.
- What score do you need to pass this CEM Readiness?
- The pass target on this mock is 70%. Your report also breaks down performance by topic so you can see weak areas before retaking the real exam.
- Who should take this CEM Readiness?
- Energy managers, facility engineers, sustainability professionals, and HVAC/electrical engineers preparing for AEE CEM certification.
- Where can I take a CEM practice test online?
- UniPrep2Go hosts the Free Certified Energy Manager (CEM) Readiness Check at https://uniprep2go.study/mock-exams/cem-readiness-check with a timed runner and full readiness report.
- Is this official exam material?
- No. This is an independent readiness diagnostic. It is not official AEE CEM exam material and does not certify you as a Certified Energy Manager.
- What does the report show after the mock?
- The report includes a pass/no-pass verdict with explanation, weighted topic diagnosis, pacing analysis, full question review with deck-backed explanations, and a repair plan linked to the Anki deck. If the verdict is no-pass or borderline, the linked deck is the recommended remediation path before retaking.
- Where do the questions come from?
- Questions are converted from the linked UniPrep2Go Anki deck CSV source, reshuffled into multiple-choice format with distractors drawn from sibling deck cards.
Official exam factsOfficial format, domain weights, and verify links
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.