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Exam Questions

OACETT

3 hours

Exam Time

OACETT

$310.60

Regular package total with HST

OACETT fees (Jan 2026 revision)

3 sections

Law, Ethics, Practice

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By-law 20

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The OACETT PPE is a 3-hour online proctored multiple-choice exam with three sections — Law, Ethics, and Practice — each of which must be passed. Regular package is CAD $295 + HST ($310.60) including 6-month eBook access; rewrite $200 (HST exempt). OACETT does not publish the scored item count or a single overall cut score. It is a key requirement for C.Tech. and C.E.T. certification in Ontario.

Sample OACETT PPE Practice Questions

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1Which of the following represents the five essential elements required to form a legally binding contract in Canadian common law?

A.Offer and acceptance, mutual intent, consideration, capacity, and legality

B.Offer, written signatures, registration, financial value, and witnesses

C.Agreement, legal counsel review, consideration, seals, and notarization

D.Proposal, acceptance, monetary payment, a witness signature, and capacity

Explanation: A binding contract requires offer and acceptance, mutual intent to create legal relations, consideration (something of value exchanged), legal capacity of the parties, and legality of the contract's purpose. Written signatures, seals, or notarization are generally not required to form a contract, although they are good practice.

2In the context of contract law, what is 'consideration'?

A.Something of value exchanged between the parties to support the promise

B.The careful thought and analysis given to the contract terms before signing

C.A grace period allowed for a party to cure a minor breach of contract

D.The legal capacity of a minor or corporation to enter into a contract

Explanation: Consideration is a legal term representing something of value (money, services, goods, or a promise) that is exchanged between the contracting parties. Without consideration, a promise is generally unenforceable as a contract, unless it is made under seal.

3What is a key difference between contract liability and tort liability?

A.Contract liability arises from a breach of a voluntary agreement, while tort liability arises from a breach of a duty imposed by law.

B.Contract liability requires proof of negligence, while tort liability only requires proof of a broken promise.

C.Contract liability is criminal in nature, while tort liability is purely civil.

D.Contract liability applies only to corporations, while tort liability applies only to individuals.

Explanation: Contract liability is based on the breach of obligations that parties voluntarily undertook in an agreement. Tort liability, such as negligence, is based on a breach of a duty of care that the law imposes on individuals and corporations to avoid harming others, regardless of any agreement.

4Which four elements must a plaintiff prove to succeed in a lawsuit for negligence?

A.Duty of care, breach of that duty, damage suffered, and causation

B.Agreement, breach of promise, financial loss, and intent to harm

C.Trespass, intent, physical damage, and lack of consent

D.Defamation, publication, financial injury, and malice

Explanation: To succeed in a negligence claim, the plaintiff must prove that: (1) the defendant owed them a duty of care, (2) the defendant breached that duty by falling below the standard of care, (3) the plaintiff suffered actual damage, and (4) the defendant's breach caused the damage (causation).

5Under the principle of vicarious liability, when is an employer liable for the tortious acts of an employee?

A.When the tortious act is committed by the employee during the course of their employment

B.Only when the employer explicitly authorized the employee to commit the wrongful act

C.Only if the employee is a licensed professional engineer or certified technologist

D.At all times, including when the employee is commuting to work or off-duty

Explanation: Vicarious liability is a legal principle that makes an employer liable for the negligent or wrongful acts of their employees, provided those acts were committed in the course of their employment. It does not require explicit authorization, but the conduct must be sufficiently connected to the assigned work.

6According to the Ontario Limitations Act, what is the basic limitation period for commencing a civil lawsuit?

A.Two years from the day the claim was first discovered

B.Six months from the date of the event that caused the injury

C.Five years from the date the contract was signed

D.Ten years from the date the damage occurred

Explanation: Under the Ontario Limitations Act, 2002, the basic limitation period is two years. This period starts on the day on which the claim was first discovered, meaning the plaintiff knew or ought to have known that injury, loss, or damage occurred due to the defendant's act or omission.

7What is the ultimate limitation period under the Ontario Limitations Act, beyond which no civil claim can be brought, regardless of when it was discovered?

A.15 years from the day the act or omission on which the claim is based took place

B.30 years from the date the contract was breached or the tort occurred

C.10 years from the completion of the project or building construction

D.There is no ultimate limitation period in Ontario for structural damage

Explanation: The Ontario Limitations Act establishes an ultimate limitation period of 15 years. No legal proceeding can be commenced after the 15th anniversary of the day on which the act or omission on which the claim is based took place, even if the damage was not discovered until after that time.

8What is the duration of patent protection in Canada, and from when does this period run?

A.20 years from the date of filing the patent application

B.17 years from the date the patent is officially granted

C.50 years from the date of creation of the invention

D.10 years, renewable indefinitely upon payment of maintenance fees

Explanation: In Canada, a patent provides exclusive rights and protection for 20 years from the filing date of the application. Once the 20 years expire, the invention enters the public domain.

9How long does a trademark registration last in Canada, and can it be renewed?

A.10 years, and it can be renewed indefinitely for additional 10-year terms

B.15 years, and it can be renewed only once for a maximum of 30 years

C.20 years, and it cannot be renewed

D.5 years, and it can be renewed for up to 3 terms

Explanation: A trademark registration in Canada is valid for 10 years (amended from 15 years in 2019). It can be renewed indefinitely every 10 years upon payment of the renewal fee, provided it is still in use.

10What is the general duration of copyright protection in Canada for works created by an individual author?

A.The life of the author plus 70 years

B.The life of the author plus 50 years

C.50 years from the date the work was first published

D.25 years from the date of registration with CIPO

Explanation: Effective December 30, 2022, Canada extended the general term of copyright protection from the life of the author plus 50 years to the life of the author plus 70 years, bringing it in line with many international standards.

About the OACETT PPE Exam

The OACETT Professional Practice Exam (PPE) is a mandatory requirement for engineering technicians and technologists seeking C.Tech. or C.E.T. status in Ontario. The exam ensures candidates possess a thorough understanding of professional ethics, law, and practice standards. It covers Canadian contract and tort law, the OACETT Act, By-law 20, conflicts of interest, safety regulations, and public responsibility.

Assessment

Three sections — Law, Ethics, and Practice — online multiple-choice; must pass each section. Closed-book with live online proctor. Study materials based on Canadian civil law, OACETT Act, Bylaw 20, Code of Ethics and Rules of Professional Conduct (eBook included with package).

Time Limit

3 hours

Passing Score

Must pass each section (Law, Ethics, Practice); rewrite failed sections only. OACETT does not publish a single overall percentage cut score.

Exam Fee

CAD $295.00 + $15.60 HST = $310.60 (regular PPE package) (Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT))

OACETT PPE Exam Content Outline

33%

Section 1: Law

Covers Canadian civil law, the legal system, tort liability, principles of contract law, intellectual property, environmental regulations, and professional liability.

33%

Section 2: Ethics

Covers OACETT's Code of Ethics and Rules of Professional Conduct, identifying and managing conflicts of interest, professional integrity, and protecting the public and environment.

34%

Section 3: Practice

Covers the OACETT Act, By-law 20 governance and discipline procedures, occupational health and safety (OHSA), municipal bylaws, and professional responsibility.

How to Pass the OACETT PPE Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: Must pass each section (Law, Ethics, Practice); rewrite failed sections only. OACETT does not publish a single overall percentage cut score.
Assessment: Three sections — Law, Ethics, and Practice — online multiple-choice; must pass each section. Closed-book with live online proctor. Study materials based on Canadian civil law, OACETT Act, Bylaw 20, Code of Ethics and Rules of Professional Conduct (eBook included with package).
Time limit: 3 hours
Exam fee: CAD $295.00 + $15.60 HST = $310.60 (regular PPE package)

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OACETT PPE Study Tips from Top Performers

1Review the OACETT Code of Ethics thoroughly — safety of the public and the environment is always the paramount duty.

2Understand the key difference between a tort and a contract: tort liability is based on breach of a duty of care, while contract liability is based on breach of agreement.

3Study the five essential elements of a binding contract: offer/acceptance, mutual intent, consideration, capacity, and legality.

4Memorize the key parts of OACETT By-law 20, especially regarding the Complaints Committee and the Discipline Committee powers.

5Ensure you are familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and the role of joint health and safety committees.

6Take time to study intellectual property protections: patent length (20 years in Canada), trademarks, copyrights, and industrial designs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the OACETT PPE?

The OACETT Professional Practice Exam (PPE) is a mandatory exam for anyone wishing to become certified as a Certified Engineering Technician (C.Tech.) or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) in Ontario. It tests candidates on their knowledge of Law, Ethics, and professional Practice.

What is the passing score for the OACETT PPE?

Candidates must pass each of the three sections — Law, Ethics, and Practice. OACETT does not publish a single overall percentage cut score. If you fail one section but pass the others, you only need to rewrite the section you failed.

How much does the OACETT PPE cost?

Under the 2026 fee schedule (revised January 5, 2026), the regular OACETT PPE package is CAD $295.00 + $15.60 HST = $310.60. This includes the exam sitting and access to the study materials (eBook) for six months. A rewrite of failed sections costs CAD $200.00 (HST exempt).

What topics are covered in the Law section?

The Law section covers basic Canadian jurisprudence, contract law (elements of a contract, breach, discharge), tort law (negligence, duty of care, liability), intellectual property (patents, copyrights, trademarks), and environmental and health regulations.

What are By-law 20 and the OACETT Act?

The OACETT Act (1998, Bill Pr 25) is the current provincial legislation that establishes OACETT as a self-regulating professional association; it repealed the earlier 1984 Act. By-law 20 is the main administrative bylaw that governs membership admission, fees, professional conduct rules, and the complaints and disciplinary processes.

Can the OACETT PPE be taken online?

Yes, the OACETT PPE is administered online as an on-demand, multiple-choice exam proctored live through a remote online proctoring service. Candidates write it on their own computer with a webcam and microphone.