# Certified Energy Manager (CEM) Readiness Check > A 65-question CEM readiness diagnostic across AEE Body of Knowledge domains including audits, HVAC, electrical systems, renewables, and performance contracting. Question bank loading — independent prep, not AEE material. ## Product facts - Slug: cem-readiness-check - Linked deck: cem-anki-deck - Status: preview - Access mode: free_demand_test - Questions: 50 - Duration: 50 minutes - Pass threshold: 70% - Price: Free for first 20 mock starts - Pricing note: Mocks and full reports are free for the first 20 mock starts while we validate demand. After that, access moves to paid Gumroad checkout. - Exam body: AEE (Association of Energy Engineers) - Landing page: https://uniprep2go.study/mock-exams/cem-readiness-check - Facts JSON: https://uniprep2go.study/api/mock-exams/cem-readiness-check ## 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 (250-item bank, 50 per domain) authored via OpenRouter with Gemini cross-validation; each session samples 10 per domain. ## 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 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. ## 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.