# Free Certified Energy Manager (CEM) Readiness Check > Free Certified Energy Manager practice questions online: 65 timed questions across AEE Body of Knowledge domains, 120 minutes, 70% readiness target, topic diagnosis, and full answer review. Independent CEM prep — not AEE exam material. ## What is the CEM Readiness exam? CEM Readiness is an exam pathway administered under AEE (Association of Energy Engineers). 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. This UniPrep2Go page is an independent timed practice test — not official exam material. - Administered by: AEE (Association of Energy Engineers) ## Official certification resources Topic weights and timing follow published Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) outlines. Verify fees and scheduling on the official site — UniPrep2Go questions are independent study aids. - [AEE — Certified Energy Manager certification](https://www.aeecenter.org/certifications/certified-energy-manager) - [AEE — CEM Body of Knowledge & Study Guide (PDF)](https://www.aeecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/CEM-BodyofKnowledge_StudyGuide_1.7.pdf) - [AEE — CEM certification handbook](https://www.aeecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/CEMHandbook-2.13.pdf) ## Product facts - Slug: cem-readiness-check - Practice test label: CEM practice test - Vertical: building (https://uniprep2go.study/mock-exams/v/building) - Family: energy - Linked deck: cem-anki-deck - Linked deck status: available - Linked deck checkout: https://pixidstudio.gumroad.com/l/cem-anki-deck?wanted=true - Status: live - Access mode: free_timed_mock - Questions: 50 - Duration: 50 minutes - Pass threshold: 70% - Price: Free timed practice test - Pricing note: Free timed mock with full topic report — no signup. After your score, buy the linked Anki deck on Gumroad to drill weak topics with spaced repetition. - Exam body: AEE (Association of Energy Engineers) - Search aliases: CEM, energy manager - Landing page: https://uniprep2go.study/mock-exams/cem-readiness-check - Facts JSON: https://uniprep2go.study/api/mock-exams/cem-readiness-check ## About this free practice test 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 ## Report features - Pass/no-pass readiness verdict - Weighted topic diagnosis - Pacing analysis - Full answer review with explanations - Linked Anki deck repair plan for no-pass or borderline results ## Question source Original UniPrep2Go questions authored for the CEM readiness check (250 cards across five Body of Knowledge groups; 65-question timed session). ## Structure - Energy Policy, Audits, and Economics: 10 questions, target 70% - Electrical Systems, Motors, and Lighting: 10 questions, target 70% - HVAC, Building Envelope, and BAS: 10 questions, target 70% - Industrial, Boiler/Steam, and Renewables: 10 questions, target 70% - Commissioning, ESPC, and M&V: 10 questions, target 70% ## Official source note 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. ## Certified Energy Manager (CEM) exam facts - Exam name: Certified Energy Manager (CEM) - Administered by: Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) - Questions: 130 multiple-choice and true/false (120 scored + 10 unscored pretest items) - Scored questions: 120 - Time: 4 hours - Scoring: 0–1,040 scaled score - Passing score: 700 scaled score - Delivery: Proctored at AEE-approved seminars, testing centers, or remote proctoring (verify at aeecenter.org) - Content outline effective: U.S. CEM Body of Knowledge & Study Guide (verify current version at aeecenter.org) - Verify current details at: https://www.aeecenter.org/certifications/certified-energy-manager Official sources: - AEE — Certified Energy Manager certification: https://www.aeecenter.org/certifications/certified-energy-manager - AEE — CEM Body of Knowledge & Study Guide (PDF): https://www.aeecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/CEM-BodyofKnowledge_StudyGuide_1.7.pdf - AEE — CEM certification handbook: https://www.aeecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/CEMHandbook-2.13.pdf ## Certified Energy Manager (CEM) knowledge domains and weights | # | Knowledge domain | Weight | | --- | --- | ---: | | 1 | Energy and Sustainability Policies, Codes, and Standards | 6–8% | | 2 | Energy Rates, Tariffs, and Supply Options | 5–7% | | 3 | Energy Audits and Instrumentation | 7–11% | | 4 | Energy Accounting and Economics | 6–10% | | 5 | Electrical Power Systems and Motors | 7–11% | | 6 | Lighting Systems | 5–7% | | 7 | HVAC Systems and Building Envelope | 10–16% | | 8 | Building Automation, Controls and AI Systems | 6–10% | | 9 | Energy Storage Systems | 3–5% | | 10 | Boiler and Steam Systems | 4–6% | | 11 | Distributed Generation & Renewable Energy | 4–6% | | 12 | Industrial Systems | 6–8% | | 13 | Operations, Maintenance and Commissioning | 7–11% | | 14 | 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 Certified Energy Manager (CEM) 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. ## Common Certified Energy Manager (CEM) candidate questions (Q&A) ### 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. ## FAQ ### Is there a free CEM practice test? Yes — UniPrep2Go hosts a free online CEM practice test with 50 timed questions, 50 minutes, a 70% pass target, topic scoring, and a full answer review report. Free timed practice test. ### How many questions are on this free CEM practice test? This UniPrep2Go practice test 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 on this CEM practice test? The pass target on this practice test is 70%. Your report also breaks down performance by topic so you can see weak areas before the real exam. ### Who should take this CEM practice test? 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? Your report shows a pass/no-pass verdict with explanation, topic diagnosis, pacing notes, full question review with explanations, and a repair plan that links to the paid Anki deck on Gumroad for weak-topic drilling. ### Where do the questions come from? Original UniPrep2Go questions authored for the CEM readiness check (250 cards across five Body of Knowledge groups; 65-question timed session). ## Disclaimer This is an independent readiness diagnostic. It is not official AEE CEM exam material and does not certify you as a Certified Energy Manager.