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Now, onto the updated study material list. Here are the materials that have been recommended by the CIDQ, the folks at PPI, and myself.
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Interior Design Reference Manual, 6th Edition
The Interior Design Reference Manual offers complete review for all three divisions of the NCIDQ® Certification exam. This book works in conjunction with division specific practice exams to help you pass every division the first time. I read this book cover to cover several times in preparation for all three exams.
The Interior Design Reference Manual features include:
complete coverage of content areas for every division of the NCIDQ® Exam
over 200 figures in SI and U.S. measurements to illustrate design details
study guidelines, exam tips, and tables to support exam preparation
a downloadable study schedule to organize study priorities
Interior Construction & Detailing for Designers & Architects, 6th Edition
Interior Construction & Detailing for Designers & Architects, Sixth Edition is a comprehensive guide for students, interior designers, and architects involved in commercial and residential construction. I would recommend this for the IDPX & Prac 2.0.
Clear and complete explanations of how to select suitable materials and components and determine appropriate construction techniques make this book an essential, time-saving reference.
Successful design requires the best resources, and the Interior Construction & Detailing offers comprehensive coverage of key codes and topics for designers and architects.
NCIDQ® IDFX Sample Questions and Practice Exam, 2nd Edition
New Edition: Updated to the Current NCIDQ® Exam Specs
NCIDQ® IDFX Sample Questions and Practice Exam, Second Edition contains 225 exam-like, multiple-choice problems to help you prepare for the Interior Design Fundamentals Exam (IDFX).
NCIDQ® IDFX Sample Questions and Practice Exam features include:
detailed explanations and solutions to reinforce theory and application of fundamental concepts
125 practice questions to reinforce the connection between relevant theory to exam-like problems
100-question practice exam that is consistent with the level of difficulty, format, and content areas
NCIDQ® IDFX Flash Cards
NCIDQ® IDFX Flash Cards are the perfect complement to your study routine. More than 200 flash cards, categorized by exam and content area, aid you in recalling key concepts and definitions for the NCIDQ® IDFX exam. I kept a set of flashcards on me at all times, and they were perfect for studying on the go.
NCIDQ® IDFX Flash Cards Include
coverage of NCIDQ® exam content areas with cards that match up to NCIDQ® IDFX exam topics
unique content specific to the NCIDQ® IDFX exam
both question/answer formatting and answer/question formatting to help increase problem solving speed
three binder rings to divide your cards and customize your self-study learning experience
NCIDQ® IDPX Sample Questions and Practice Exam, 2nd Edition
New Edition: Updated to the Current NCIDQ® Exam Specs
NCIDQ® IDPX Sample Questions and Practice Exam contains 275 exam-like, multiple-choice questions that will help you pass the Interior Design Professional Exam (IDPX).
NCIDQ® IDPX Sample Questions and Practice Exam features include:
detailed explanations and problem solutions to reinforce theory and application of fundamental concepts
125 practice questions to reinforce the connection between relevant theory to exam-like problems
150-question practice exam that is consistent with the level of difficulty, format, and exam’s content areas
NCIDQ® IDPX Flash Cards
NCIDQ® IDPX Flash Cards are the perfect complement to your study routine. More than 200 flash cards, categorized by exam and content area, aid you in recalling key concepts and definitions for the NCIDQ® IDPX exam. Easily taken on-the-go, the cards come with six binder rings for easy organization.
NCIDQ® IDPX Flash Cards Include
coverage of NCIDQ® exam content areas with cards that match up to NCIDQ® IDPX exam topics
unique content specific to the NCIDQ® IDPX exam
both question/answer formatting and answer/question formatting to help increase problem solving speed
three binder rings to divide your cards and customize your self-study learning experience
NCIDQ® PRAC 2 Practice Exam Problems, 2nd Edition
NCIDQ® PRAC 2 Practice Exam Problems contains 150 exam-like, multiple-choice questions that will help you pass the Interior Design PRAC 2.0 exam.
NCIDQ® PRAC 2 Practice Exam Problems features include:
detailed explanations and problem solutions to reinforce theory and application of fundamental concepts
150 questions divided into 3 case studies that are consistent with the level of difficulty, format, and exam’s content areas to simulate PRAC 2.0 exam experience
The Codes Guidebook for Interiors, 7th Edition
The Codes Guidebook for Interiors is an excellent book to supplement the Interior Design Reference Manual, and gives an in depth look at all of the codes referenced in the NCIDQ. You can reference this for the IDFX, IDPX, and also use it after the exams, for work.
The Codes Guidebook for Interiors features include:
Easy-to-navigate format geared toward the code process as a whole
A step-by-step guide through the codes relevant at each stage in the design process
The newest changes to the ADA Standards and ICC/ASI accessibility requirements
A companion site that offers interactive checklists, flashcards, PowerPoint lecture slides, and an Instructor's Manual