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Key Facts: WV Structural Steel Erection Exam

50 Q

Official Exam Questions

Prov WVCLB CIB 2026.05.07

70%

Passing Score

Prov WVCLB CIB 2026.05.07

3 hr

Time Allowed

Prov WVCLB CIB 2026.05.07

USD 59.95

Prov Exam Fee

Prov WVCLB CIB 2026.05.07

Open Book

Book Policy

Prov WVCLB CIB 2026.05.07

West Virginia Structural Steel Erection Contractor Examination is the official Board/Prov open-book exam: 50 questions, 70%, 3 hours, USD 59.95 (bulletin dated 2026.05.07). Official delivery is English.

Sample WV Structural Steel Erection Practice Questions

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1On a structural drawing, what does the designation W21×44 identify?
A.A wide-flange shape about 21 inches deep that weighs 44 pounds per foot
B.A 21-foot-long beam that is 44 inches deep
C.A plate 21 inches wide by 44 inches long
D.A joist 21 inches deep with chord section 44
Explanation: AISC wide-flange designations give nominal depth and weight. W21×44 is a rolled W-shape with a nominal depth of 21 inches and a published weight of 44 pounds per linear foot. Length is shown separately on the plan or piece mark, not in the shape designation.
2What unit weight of structural steel do ironworkers use when converting volume to shipping weight?
A.490 pounds per cubic foot
B.150 pounds per cubic foot
C.625 pounds per cubic foot
D.200 pounds per cubic foot
Explanation: Structural steel is estimated at 490 pounds per cubic foot. That density is why one square inch of cross section weighs about 3.4 pounds per foot of length, and why a W16×67 weighs 67 pounds per foot.
3A W21×44 beam is 36 feet long. What is the approximate shipping weight of the beam alone, ignoring connections and paint?
A.792 pounds
B.1,188 pounds
C.1,584 pounds
D.2,112 pounds
Explanation: Multiply the published weight per foot by length: 44 lb/ft × 36 ft = 1,584 lb. That figure is the rolled member only. Detail material, bolts, and coatings are added on a complete estimate.
4Which document does the raising gang primarily use in the field to locate piece marks, sequence, and field-bolt counts?
A.The approved erection drawings
B.The mill test report for each heat
C.The concrete rebar placing drawings
D.The painting specification only
Explanation: Erection drawings show piece marks, member locations, field-bolt quantities, and the intended sequence. Shop drawings detail fabrication of individual pieces. The erector works from the approved erection set and the structural contract documents, not from mill certs or unrelated trade drawings.
5A beam is drawn 4-1/2 inches long on a structural plan at a scale of 1/8 inch = 1 foot 0 inches. What is the true length?
A.18 feet 0 inches
B.27 feet 0 inches
C.36 feet 0 inches
D.54 feet 0 inches
Explanation: At 1/8 inch = 1 foot, each inch on paper equals 8 feet. 4.5 inches × 8 ft/in = 36 feet. Confirm by dividing 4.5 by 0.125, which also equals 36.
6An erection drawing shows eight simple-span beams. Each end is a 5-bolt single-plate shear connection. How many high-strength bolts are required for those beams, ignoring column splices and bracing?
A.40 bolts
B.64 bolts
C.80 bolts
D.120 bolts
Explanation: Each beam has two ends, and each end uses 5 bolts: 8 beams × 2 ends × 5 bolts = 80 bolts. Count ends first, then multiply by the bolts shown at each typical connection.
7A rectangular roof is 90 feet by 120 feet. Type B deck has 36-inch coverage and will be furnished in 20-foot sheets. Ignoring waste, how many sheets are required to cover the roof?
A.90 sheets
B.120 sheets
C.150 sheets
D.180 sheets
Explanation: Coverage width is 36 inches, or 3 feet. Courses across 90 feet = 90 / 3 = 30. Sheets along 120 feet = 120 / 20 = 6. 30 × 6 = 180 sheets. Area check: 90 × 120 = 10,800 ft²; each sheet is 3 × 20 = 60 ft²; 10,800 / 60 = 180.
8A beam-to-column connection on the structural drawings shows a full-depth end plate with a complete-joint-penetration flange weld and a bolted web. What type of connection is this?
A.A moment connection intended to transfer bending into the column
B.A simple shear (pinned) connection
C.A slip-critical bracing connection only
D.A joist seat connection
Explanation: Flange-force hardware or CJP flange welds are the field signature of a moment connection. Simple shear connections use a web plate or angles and do not develop the flanges. The erector must install every flange bolt or weld shown; omitting them leaves the frame without the intended continuity.
9Which designation is a rectangular hollow structural section?
A.L4×4×3/8
B.C12×20.7
C.HSS 6×6×3/8
D.PL 1/2×12×1′-4
Explanation: HSS marks a hollow structural section. HSS 6×6×3/8 is a 6-inch square tube with 3/8-inch nominal wall. L is an angle, C is a channel, and PL is plate.
10An estimate includes six W18×35 beams, each 28 feet long, plus a 5 percent allowance for connection material. What is the approximate steel weight for that line item?
A.4,900 pounds
B.5,880 pounds
C.6,174 pounds
D.7,056 pounds
Explanation: Member weight is 6 × 35 lb/ft × 28 ft = 5,880 lb. A 5 percent connection allowance is 0.05 × 5,880 = 294 lb. Total = 5,880 + 294 = 6,174 lb. The 5 percent add-on is an estimating allowance, not a substitute for a detailed connection takeoff when the drawings are complete.

About the WV Structural Steel Erection Exam

The West Virginia Structural Steel Erection Contractor Examination is the official Board trade examination administered by Prov. The official exam has 50 questions. Passing is 70% in 3 hours. The examination is open book. Prov lists USD 59.95 per attempt (West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board Candidate Information Bulletin dated 2026.05.07). The classification covers erection of structural steel connected, attached, or joined by riveting, welding, rigging, or fastening devices for buildings and other structures. Candidates must also pass the Contractor Licensing Act examination. This bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation. It does not replace required trade experience, Board approval, or the official examination.

Exam sponsor: Prov, Inc. (for the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Open-book computer-based or paper-and-pencil multiple-choice. Official references: International Building Code 2018 and Ironworking Level One (2011), Level Two (2011), and Level Three (2012). Remote Examroom testing is available.

Time Limit

3 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam / Certification Fees

USD 59.95

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Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

10%

Plan Reading and Estimating

Plan Reading and Estimating (5 official items)

20%

Structural Steel

Structural Steel (10 official items)

12%

Welding and Cutting

Welding and Cutting (6 official items)

8%

Structural Steel Bolting

Structural Steel Bolting (4 official items)

12%

Metal Decking

Metal Decking (6 official items)

6%

Metal Siding

Metal Siding (3 official items)

10%

Metal Joists

Metal Joists (5 official items)

12%

Rigging and Cranes

Rigging and Cranes (6 official items)

10%

Safety-OSHA

Safety - OSHA (5 official items)

Preparing for the WV Structural Steel Erection Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Assessment: Open-book computer-based or paper-and-pencil multiple-choice. Official references: International Building Code 2018 and Ironworking Level One (2011), Level Two (2011), and Level Three (2012). Remote Examroom testing is available.
  • Time limit: 3 hours
  • Exam / certification fees: USD 59.95 Official sources

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WV Structural Steel Erection: Suggested Study Strategy

1Distribute study time to the official Prov Structural Steel content outline (bulletin dated 2026.05.07)
2Study Ironworking Level One (2011); Prov says 50% of official items come from that book
3Moveable tabs and Post-it notes are prohibited in the Prov center
4This bank is an English-language MCQ study aid, not an official Prov form

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on the West Virginia Structural Steel Erection Contractor Examination?

The official Prov examination has 50 questions. Passing is 70% within 3 hours (West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board Candidate Information Bulletin dated 2026.05.07).

How much does the West Virginia structural steel exam cost?

Prov lists USD 59.95 per attempt, including retakes. The Board charges a separate USD 90 annual contractor license fee under 28CSR2 §28-2-5.5 (effective May 4, 2026).

What work does a West Virginia Structural Steel Erection license cover?

The Board defines the classification as erection of structural steel connected, attached, or joined by riveting, welding, rigging, or fastening devices for buildings and other structures, plus work incidental to the erection.

Do I also need the Contractor Licensing Act exam?

Yes. The Board requires every contractor license applicant to pass the Contractor Licensing Act examination in addition to any applicable trade classification examination.