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Use the MCBCP study guide outline to focus on life-cycle, new, and existing building commissioning so your four-hour open-book test feels predictable.
Picture test day: a four-hour window, 120 questions, and your binder open beside you. The MCBCP study guide says the exam is open book and tied to the Commissioning Process Management body of knowledge, so your prep should look the same. If you're taking it by remote proctoring, AEE allows printed, bound references but no digital devices. Build your tabs now, and the clock feels manageable.
Built from the MCBCP study guide
We anchor your plan to the official exam format, question style, and body of knowledge so nothing essential is left to guess.
Four-hour timing mapped
We translate 120 questions into workable time blocks so you practice with realistic pace and energy, not last-minute panic.
Binder rules made clear
AEE remote-proctoring rules allow printed, bound notes and textbooks only, so we help you build compliant references.
Built for experienced pros
The MCBCP guide targets experienced commissioning professionals; we tailor study blocks to your existing commissioning experience.
The study guide spells out format, timing, and topics; we turn that into a plan so your prep matches the exam.
When you know it's 120 questions and open book, you can practice pacing and tab your references with calm.
A short, focused plan beats late-night cramming; map the domains this week and the test day feels controlled.
You will know the exam's structure, align your materials to the body of knowledge, and use open-book rules to your advantage.
The guide lays out format, topics, and what open book really means.
AEE's Master's Level Certified Building Commissioning Professional (MCBCP) study guide frames the credential for experienced commissioning professionals who manage commissioning programs and building system performance. The exam is delivered in conjunction with the AEE Commissioning Process Management Seminar, so the seminar body of knowledge is the core roadmap. That means your study plan should mirror the seminar outline instead of guessing at random technical details.
The guide describes a four-hour, open-book exam with 120 multiple-choice or true/false questions and a 70% passing score. That structure matters for pacing: 120 questions in 240 minutes means you cannot linger too long on any one item. The open-book format helps only if you already know where your references live and how to use them quickly. Practice with a timer so the rhythm feels familiar.
The MCBCP body of knowledge spans life-cycle commissioning overview, commissioning for new buildings, commissioning of existing buildings, commissioning software, guidelines and organizations, technology and codes, system performance and application, retro-commissioning, and operations and maintenance. A smart plan puts each area on a checklist, then ties each to real examples from your projects—sequences, checklists, and performance outcomes you see every week.
If you test by remote proctoring, AEE's rules state the exam is open book but only printed, bound notes or textbooks are permitted as references, and digital devices are not allowed for lookup. That means your prep should include a tidy binder, labeled tabs, and quick-access sections. Before test day, confirm the delivery mode and any updates directly with AEE so there are no surprises.
Start with the official guide, then build a study system that matches the exam you will actually sit.
Use the MCBCP guide as your map
Start with the MCBCP study guide to lock down the exam structure: four hours, 120 questions, open book. Note that the exam is tied to the Commissioning Process Management Seminar. This keeps your prep grounded in the same framework AEE uses.
Turn the body of knowledge into a checklist
List the nine topic areas from the guide—life-cycle overview, new and existing buildings, software, guidelines and organizations, technology and codes, system performance, retro-commissioning, and O&M. Assign study blocks to each area so every domain gets time.
Open-book rules mean organized references
AEE allows printed, bound notes or textbooks for remote proctoring and bans digital devices for reference. Create a binder with tabbed sections, formulas, checklists, and flowcharts so you can locate answers fast without breaking the rules.
Train for 120 questions in four hours
Run timed practice blocks to feel the four-hour rhythm. Aim for steady progress instead of perfection, and rehearse how you'll jump between the question screen and your references. The goal is calm, repeatable pacing on exam day.
Everything focuses on the MCBCP exam format and the commissioning process management body of knowledge.
Know the MCBCP exam in minutes
A quick brief covering four-hour timing, 120 question mix, open-book status, and passing score so you plan with the right assumptions.
Every body-of-knowledge area covered
A checklist of life-cycle, new building, existing building, software, guidelines, technology/codes, system performance, retro-commissioning, and O&M topics to track progress.
Binder layout that matches the rules
Guidance for printed, bound references, tab labels, and quick-access sections so you can navigate fast without relying on digital devices.
Time blocks for 120 questions
A pacing grid that translates four hours into checkpoints, helping you avoid getting stuck and finish every section on time.
Last-week readiness checklist
A short list to confirm seminar notes, reference binder, test logistics, and any AEE updates before you sit for the exam.
It is not about hype. It is about aligning prep to what AEE actually tests.
We start with the AEE MCBCP study guide and build everything around the stated format and body of knowledge. That keeps your prep aligned to what the exam is designed to test, not what random forums guess.
The MCBCP topics span new and existing buildings, retro-commissioning, and systems performance. We help you connect each domain to real commissioning tasks so study time feels practical, not abstract, for working pros.
Open book does not mean easy. We focus on retrieval speed and organization, teaching you how to build a compliant binder and practice locating key references under a timer before test day.
Four hours and 120 questions can feel overwhelming without a plan. Our pacing drills and check-ins help you keep momentum, make smart skips, and finish the exam with time to review.
“I was drowning in notes until I turned the MCBCP outline into a checklist. Once my binder matched the open-book rules and I practiced pacing for 120 questions, the exam felt structured instead of chaotic. The four-hour block finally felt manageable.”
The AEE MCBCP study guide describes a four-hour, open-book exam with 120 questions. The question set is a mix of multiple-choice and true/false items, and the guide notes a 70% passing score. Use those numbers to plan pacing and practice blocks that mirror the real time pressure.
Yes. The MCBCP study guide states the exam is open book. For remote-proctored AEE exams, the current rules allow printed, bound notes or reference textbooks, and they prohibit digital devices for reference materials. Build a compliant binder and tab it so you can locate answers quickly without violating the rules.
Start with the MCBCP body of knowledge: life-cycle commissioning overview, commissioning for new buildings, commissioning of existing buildings, commissioning software, guidelines and organizations, technology and codes, system performance and application, retro-commissioning, and operations and maintenance. A checklist for each domain helps you balance time across the full scope.
The MCBCP study guide states that the certification exam is given in conjunction with the AEE Commissioning Process Management Seminar. Because delivery options can change, confirm the current eligibility and scheduling details directly with AEE before you register.
Confirm whether you are testing in person or via remote proctoring, and review the current open-book rules. AEE's remote-proctoring rules require printed, bound reference materials and prohibit digital devices for lookup. Verifying these details early prevents last-minute surprises.
Tell us your exam date and format, and we will map the MCBCP topics into a focused plan you can follow.
No pressure. Just a clear plan and the right references.
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Last updated: February 2, 2026