Retail Motor Fuel Dispensing Systems
Format and Duration:
The examination will be in three sections with a total of 50 questions and a 2-hour time limit to complete all three parts. You must complete the test in one session. You may not log off and then attempt to return to that exam. You must also complete each section before moving to the next section.
The exam is OPEN BOOK, and you may make use of any reference materials, training documents, and procedural guides at your disposal. You are expected to take the examination alone and may not receive assistance from any other person. You will be asked to affirm that at the conclusion of the examination.
Test instructions are provided online prior to starting the exam. Since the test is electronically graded, the answer must be marked or answer typed correctly. The test questions will be either multiple choice, fill in the blank, or compliance/citation. For multiple-choice questions, you will be asked to pick the best answer from four options. For fill in the blank questions, you must enter the specific answer, typed correctly. For compliance/citation questions, you will be given information describing a situation and asked to assess compliance. Answer “yes” if the situation complies based on the information provided, otherwise provide the specific citation if the device does not comply. The form of the citation will typically be something like S.X.X. for a specification, T.X.X. for a tolerance, N.X.X. for a note, or UR.X.X. for a user requirement. Typically, you will be directed to the specific Handbook Code so reference to the code designations such as 1.10. for the General Code will usually not be necessary. There is a short practice test to familiarize the you with the exam environment and ensure that these basic rules for responses are understood.
Subject of Examination:
- Segment 4.2. Introduction to Device Control – 15 questions (30 minute time limit)
These questions test for knowledge, understanding, and ability to apply the basic requirements applicable to all weighing and measuring devices. This may include questions on the selection, care and use of standards, the legal basis of NIST Handbook 44, the organization of that handbook, understanding of Fundamental Considerations, knowledge of systems of measurement units, understanding and application of General Code requirements, and understanding of the NTEP program and Certificates of Conformance. - Segment 4.4. Dynamic Measuring Systems – General – 15 questions (35 minute time limit)
These questions test for knowledge and understanding of the basic technologies used in liquid measuring devices (LMD), understanding of classification of various LMD, ability to operate LMD and interpret indications, understanding and ability to apply code requirements from NIST Handbook 44 LMD Code, and understanding and ability to conduct basic tests of LMD and properly apply tolerances. - Segment 4.4.1. Retail Motor Fuel Dispenser Systems(RMFD) – 20 questions (55 minute time limit)
These questions test for knowledge and understanding of the basic technologies used in RMFD systems, understanding and ability to apply code requirements from NIST Handbook 44 LMD Code to RMFD systems, and understanding and ability to conduct basic tests of RMFDs and properly apply tolerances.
Passing Score and Grading:
70% (35 or more correct answers)
You will receive a score for each section and total score immediately after completing the exam (or upon reaching the two-hour time limit). To protect the integrity of the test questions, NCWM will not advise you of the specific questions you answered incorrectly. The Professional Development Committee will be reviewing incorrect answers in periodic reviews and will adjust scores in select cases if a question is judged invalid. NCWM will notify if your score is affected.
If you wish to challenge any of the questions, there will be a section at the end of the examination where you can offer comments. You may also contact the NCWM Professional Development Committee through NCWM via email to info@ncwm.net or call 402-434-4880.